April 25, 2012
by Benjamin Locher
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Most Tanzanians first learn to speak one of the numerous tribal languages used in the country. The country’s two official languages are Swahili and English. Swahili is the primary political and social language unifying the country, and it is the language of primary education. Most secondary schools and universities, including Msalato Theological College, are taught in English.
We will be tutored in Swahili once we arrive.… continue reading
April 25, 2012
by Benjamin Locher
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Since we have not yet been to Tanzania, it’s hard for us to say very much about what life is like. In Tanzania, social relationships are very important, and greetings often take half an hour. Religious life is important to the people of Tanzania, which is about 1/3 Christian, 1/3 Muslim, and 1/3 indigenous religions, according to the CIA World Factbook.… continue reading
April 25, 2012
by Benjamin Locher
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Tanzania is located on the east coast of Africa. It is directly south of Kenya and north of Malawi. Tanzania is approximately twice the size of California and contains Mount Kilimanjaro, the tallest peak in Africa, as well as Serengeti National Park. In 1964 the mainland state, Tanganyika (a former British colony), merged with the island of Zanzibar in the Indidan Ocean to form the United Republic of Tanzania.… continue reading