Stone Town History: A Blend of Culture, and Architecture

Did you know that Stone Town, located on the island of Zanzibar, is a UNESCO World Heritage site? This historic town holds centuries of rich history and unique architecture, dating back to the 1500s. But what exactly is Stone Town? And why is it so...

Leaving UK: My Reflections and Experiences

Leaving the UK: Why I Chose to Move Away from Western Countries Introduction Today, I'm going to discuss the reasons for leaving the UK, Australia, and other Western countries where I used to live. It wasn't a single reason that prompted my departure; there were actually six...

Dar es Salaam vs Nairobi: Settling the Score

Time to settle the score between these two city face-offs: Dar es Salaam and Nairobi. [caption id="attachment_4689" align="aligncenter" width="1100"] Dar Es Salaam[/caption] From the soaring skyscrapers to the rhythm of the streets, we'll dive deep into the architectural wonders, the vibrant people, and the pulse of daily...

Architect Design is Not Alone – Accepting the Power of We

Embarking on the journey of Architect design shaping monumental structures, architects often dream of crafting towering edifices, from 20-story buildings to expansive malls. However, the envisioned solo pursuit of these architectural endeavors, while initially enticing, conceals the intricate challenges that lie ahead. Architect Design in the...

Green Building Tips in East Africa

This following is a brief summery from a talk given by Russell M. Henderson on Green Building Tips in East Africa on 10th Jan 2024 for the Rotary Club Dar Es Salaam. Introduction: Thank you for having me today to discuss sustainability. I'm Russell, an architect with...

Doctor Vs Architect

This blog features a chat between a professional Tanzanian Doctor based in Tanzania and a British Chartered Architect based in Tanzania. Both discussed the differences between a Doctor or Architect or Doctor Vs Architect.   Below are the ten questions given to them both to answer. 1. What...

Ponte City – The Urban Slum

Architect Interview Capital TV Tanzania

Architect Russell Interview Capital TV Tanzania This was an TV interview with Architect Russell filmed in June 2022 by Capital TV Tanzania in Dar Es Salaam. Hello and welcome back to another episode of Out and About. My name is Vanessa Victor. And on this weeks episode...

Paje Beach Zanzibar

Paje Beach. One of the best places to stay in Zanzibar. In this article, I'll be trying to make it all the way round to Jambo Disco at Paje Beach Zanzibar. -Hotel and Price -The legendary Paje Village. And is there really no ATM available there? -Then trying...