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Shortly after independence, Tanganyika and Zanzibar merged to form the nation of Tanzania in 1964. One-party rule came to an end in 1995 with the first democratic elections held in the country since the 1970s. Zanzibar's semi-autonomous status and po... [read more]
Shortly after independence, Tanganyika and Zanzibar merged to form the nation of Tanzania in 1964. One-party rule came to an end in 1995 with the first democratic elections held in the country since the 1970s. Zanzibar's semi-autonomous status and po... [read more] Blog: Caravans and Jackfish, a journey to and beneath Mafia Island.
Date: August 8th 2010
The Cessna Caravan left the blustery skies of the east African coast. Once again I was off Africa. It did not matter that I was flying to an Island that was a district of Tanzania, I was off Africa and I knew it. I always have this special feeling when crossing the African coast. I have mentioned this in previous blogs, perhaps it is the realisation of the enormity of Africa that is only visible f ... read more
Date: August 8th 2010
The Cessna Caravan left the blustery skies of the east African coast. Once again I was off Africa. It did not matter that I was flying to an Island that was a district of Tanzania, I was off Africa and I knew it. I always have this special feeling when crossing the African coast. I have mentioned this in previous blogs, perhaps it is the realisation of the enormity of Africa that is only visible f ... read more
