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Last week I wrote about coping with grief in the workplace, and this week I have come up with some insights on how managers and teams can support a grieving employee.

Grief changes people and behind every grieving employee is a person relearning how to think, focus, and care in a changed world. For managers, this can feel unsettling. As a leader you may worry about saying the wrong thing or not doing enough, but this is your reminder that leadership is not about perfect words or quick fixes, but about presence. What an employee needs most is humane leadership that does not punish them for being human or measure their worth by the speed of their recovery.

Most managers are trained to manage performance, allocate resources, and solve problems with clear inputs and measurable outputs. Grief resists all three, it does not follow timelines, respond predictably to intervention, or resolve within policy-defined windows.

The underlying assumption is that grief is a short interruption rather than an ongoing condition that reshapes attention, motivation, and cognitive capacity. Organisational psychology consistently shows that when leaders default to this assumption, the cost is not short-term inefficiency but long-term erosion of trust and engagement.

Effective leadership during bereavement requires a mindset shift. Supporting a grieving employee does not mean lowering standards indefinitely or abandoning accountability. Clarity matters more than kindness alone. Employees cope better when they know what flexibility they have, how their work will be assessed for now, and which expectations are temporarily off the table.

Clear guidance on workload redistribution, communication norms, and boundaries reduces social friction and prevents the grieving employee from having to manage others’ discomfort.

Organisations that handle grief well adopt a longer time horizon and employees feel protected rather than penalised, they are more likely to re-engage fully over time, rather than quietly disengage or reassess their future with the organisation.

Here’s a quick practical manager’s checklist for supporting a grieving employee:

Acknowledge the loss clearly and briefly, without forcing emotional disclosure or extended conversation.

State explicitly what flexibility is available and which expectations are temporarily adjusted.

Agree on short-term priorities rather than expecting normal output across all responsibilities.

Shift from open-ended offers of help to specific, time-bound accommodations.

Reduce meeting load or cognitive complexity where possible during early stages of grief.

Check in at predictable intervals instead of frequent, emotionally loaded messages.

Frame performance conversations around capacity and support, not commitment or attitude.

Assign practical task coverage through one or two designated colleagues to reduce explanations.

Guide the team on boundaries so the employee is not managing others’ uncertainty.

Normalise professional support without implying it is required to remain productive.

Grief will visit every workplace eventually. When it does, leaders have a choice to treat it as an inconvenience to be managed, or as a human reality to be carried with wisdom. Those who choose the latter strengthen organisations by reminding everyone, especially themselves, that leadership is not just about results but also about responsibility for the people who produce them.

The Zanzibar Ministry of Blue Economy has admitted that fishers’ views and needs were not adequately incorporated in the first phase of distributing fibreglass fishing boats, despite them being the intended beneficiaries.

The docket’s deputy minister, Ms Mboja Ramadhan Mshenga, made the admission on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, in the House of Representatives while responding to a question from Chumbuni Representative, CCM, Mr Makame Mohamed Sufiani.

The legislator said preparations for manufacturing and distributing the boats in the first phase did not involve fishers, resulting in some vessels failing to meet user requirements. He sought clarification on how fishers would be engaged in the next phase to avoid a repeat of the shortcomings.

In response, Ms Mshenga said it was true that challenges were encountered in the initial phase of the distribution exercise.

He assured the House that the government would take deliberate steps to involve fishers directly to prevent a recurrence of the problems.

‘Challenges were indeed experienced in the initial phase of distributing the boats,’ she said.

The deputy minister added that, to address the issue, the government plans to provide 14-metre boats in Chwaka, Ukongoroni, and surrounding areas, while training for beneficiaries has already begun.

She commended the legislator for engaging closely with citizens, particularly fishers, in understanding their challenges to help develop lasting solutions.

President Samia Suluhu Hassan on Tuesday outlined five priority sectors for enhanced cooperation between Tanzania and Singapore, as the two countries moved to translate decades of diplomatic relations into stronger trade and investment partnerships.

Addressing the Tanzania-Singapore Business and Investment Forum at the Julius Nyerere International Convention Centre (JNICC), yesterday, President Hassan invited Singaporean investors to tap opportunities in ports and logistics, value addition in agriculture and mining, renewable energy, tourism and financial services.

At least 12 people have been killed and nine others injured after gunmen opened fire in an informal settlement in Cleveland, east of Johannesburg, South African police said.

The attack occurred late on Tuesday night when more than 10 suspects, believed to have arrived in a white Toyota Quantum, entered the settlement through different entrances and began shooting at residents at multiple locations before fleeing.

Police said officers responded to reports of a shooting in progress at around 11:10 pm, while emergency medical teams were dispatched to assist the victims. Eight men and three women were pronounced dead at the scene. Another man later died in hospital from his injuries.

The nine wounded victims were taken to various medical facilities for treatment.

Authorities have launched a manhunt for the suspects, while investigations into the motive behind the attack continue.

South Africa records one of the world’s highest murder rates, with about 60 people killed daily on average.

Mass shootings in informal settlements are not uncommon and are often linked to gang-related activity, criminal disputes or personal conflicts, according to local authorities.

Tanzania’s swimming future looks brighter than ever following a string of impressive performances at the Africa Aquatics Championships held in Oran, Algeria, from May 5 to 10.

The encouraging assessment was made by national team manager Hadija Shebe while presenting a report on Tanzania’s campaign at the continental event, where the country’s swimmers produced one of their strongest performances in recent years.

Tanzania was represented by 17 swimmers: Bridget Heep, Crissa Dillip, Filbertha Demello, Ibrahim Igoro, Kaysan Kachra, Michael Joseph, Nicolene Viljoen, Zack Okumu, Zainab Moosajee, Fidel Kavishe, Aminaz Kachra, Ethan Makala, Lorita BoregaAccording to Hadija, the team’s overall performance showed significant progress compared to previous appearances at the African championships, with several swimmers advancing to finals and recording personal best times against some of the continent’s strongest competitors.

Apart from the two bronze medals won by Masters swimmer Anitha Kahumba, many of Tanzania’s swimmers reached finals and reserve positions, underlining the country’s growing competitiveness in the sport.

“The results are very encouraging. We saw many swimmers improve their personal best times while competing against some of Africa’s top athletes. This shows that Tanzanian swimming is moving in the right direction,” said Hadija.

Kahumba’s two bronze medals were among the highlights of the competition, while Adam Kitururu also represented Tanzania in the Masters category.

One of the standout performers was Crissa Dillip, who showcased remarkable versatility across multiple events. Dillip qualified for four finals in the 200m Breaststroke, 50m Backstroke, 100m Backstroke and 50m Freestyle.

She also secured a reserve position in the 200m Backstroke, further demonstrating her ability to compete at a high level across different disciplines.

Nicolene Viljoen also delivered an impressive campaign, booking places in three finals. She advanced to the 200m Butterfly, 400m Individual Medley and 200m Individual Medley finals, highlighting both her endurance and technical skill.

Adding to Tanzania’s strong backstroke performances was Aminaz Kachra, who earned a place in the 100m Backstroke final after an excellent showing in the preliminary rounds.

The men’s team also made a significant impact in Algeria. Collins Saliboko displayed determination and stamina to qualify for the demanding 400m Individual Medley final. He also secured a reserve position in the 100m Butterfly event.

Kabeer Lakhani strengthened Tanzania’s presence in the finals after qualifying for the 200m Individual Medley final, while Michael Joseph, Kaysan Kachra and Abbas Abdulali all earned reserve positions in their respective events.

Hadija said the results reflect the progress being made through improved training programmes, athlete development and increased exposure to international competition.

She noted that the growing number of finalists demonstrates the depth of talent emerging within Tanzania’s swimming ranks and provides optimism for the future.

“The performances in Algeria have shown that we have swimmers capable of competing with the best on the continent. The future is bright, and we must continue investing in our athletes and development programmes,” she said.

The strong showing in Oran has sent a positive message about the state of Tanzanian swimming, with the country’s rising stars proving they can compete at the highest level of African competition and raising hopes of even greater success in the years ahead.

Tanzania’s green enterprise ecosystem is producing a growing number of ventures across recycling, regenerative agriculture, circular economy systems, eco-processing, and climate-resilient production.

Yet despite increasing momentum around sustainability and innovation, many green ventures continue to struggle to scale due to persistent financial barriers.

The challenge comes at a time when Tanzania’s climate and green growth ambitions require significant investment. According to Tanzania’s updated Nationally Determined Contribution submitted to the UNFCCC, the country requires approximately $19.2 billion by 2030 to implement its climate commitments, with a significant portion expected to come from international and private sector sources.

Speaking to The Citizen, the founder of Libe Green Innovation, Liberatha Kawamala, described the challenge as the ‘missing middle’ between early-stage support and the capital required for commercial expansion.

This ‘missing middle’ refers to the gap between early-stage financing in the form of grants, competitions, accelerators, and donor programmes, and the capital needed to scale up.

While many green ventures are able to access small grants or innovation support during their early development stages, scaling requires significantly different forms of investment, including financing for equipment, logistics, certifications, infrastructure, and operational growth.

‘For companies like ours, after the idea has been validated, funding becomes the greatest bottleneck.

A recycling business may start small, but to process over 5,000 metric tonnes each year, considerable capital investment is necessary, and that is where the journey of the majority of ventures stalls,’ Kawamala shared.

Her concern reflects a wider financing challenge facing Tanzanian enterprises.

According to the World Bank Enterprise Survey 2023, access to finance was cited as the biggest obstacle by 29.7 per cent of surveyed firms in Tanzania, ahead of challenges such as electricity, tax administration, transport, and business licensing.

Among firms that did not apply for loans, 16.6 per cent cited unfavourable interest rates, while 8.9 per cent cited high collateral requirements as the main reason for not seeking new loans or credit lines.

Ms Kawamala explained that at the growth stage, the funding requirements for an enterprise change dramatically.

Scaling means investing in new equipment, logistical infrastructure, certifications, and working capital, all areas not sufficiently addressed by grant funding or conventional lending schemes.

‘The challenge is compounded by the structure of formal financing systems themselves.

Conventional lenders typically favour short repayment periods, strong collateral requirements, and faster return cycles, conditions that rarely align with the operational realities of nature-based enterprises.

As a result, many climate-linked ventures struggle to move beyond pilot-stage operations despite demonstrating clear market potential,’ she said.

The recycling sector demonstrates the scale of the opportunity and the challenge. Tanzania’s Investment Guide on Waste Management estimates that the country generates between 12.1 million and 17.4 million tonnes of solid waste annually.

In Dar es Salaam alone, municipal solid waste generation was estimated at 1.68 million tonnes per year, while collection rates have historically remained below full coverage.

This creates major opportunities for recycling, composting, circular economy, and waste-to-value ventures, but also requires substantial investment in collection systems, processing equipment, transport, storage, and market development.

To address this financing gap, the RESOLVE-NbS framework proposes a range of de-risking approaches, including blended finance models, partial credit guarantees, concessional lending, and group guarantee systems that could improve access to capital for climate-resilient enterprises and community-based green businesses.

The Country Co-Director and Nature-based Lead at Axum, Syakaa William, stated that many nature-based enterprises face structural disadvantages because they operate within systems originally designed for conventional business models rather than long-term resilience-oriented investments.

‘Many ventures emerge from community-based initiatives where environmental and social outcomes are prioritised before commercial structuring.

While this creates strong development value, it can also complicate efforts to attract scale-oriented investment capital.

The mismatch between investment expectations and business timelines further intensifies the problem,’ Mr. Williams said.

He further revealed that nature-based enterprises often require longer periods before profitability is realised, while many funding systems continue to prioritise rapid returns and asset-light models.

This creates pressure on ventures operating in sectors where infrastructure, production systems, and ecosystem restoration require patience and long-term capital deployment.

According to the founder of Bantu Vegan, Sabrina Yegela, financing remains a continuous challenge throughout the growth journey of green businesses.

Combining regenerative agriculture with food production and hospitality, her enterprise requires substantial investment in farm infrastructure and processing capacity, areas where financing gaps become especially visible.

‘We are currently in a phase of heavy build-up, including farm infrastructure and processing facilities, which are areas where the financing gap hits the hardest.

My venture is perceived as too commercial for grants, too physical for tech investors, too early for banks, and too strange for many impact investors.

That is a system failure, not a me problem,’ she emphasised.

Although many green ventures generate public value through cleaner production systems, reduced emissions, improved waste management, sustainable land use, and employment creation, entrepreneurs argue that there are still limited policy incentives capable of improving competitiveness for climate-positive enterprises.

Proposed measures such as tax exemptions on recycling and green production equipment, VAT incentives for sustainable products, preferential procurement mechanisms, concessional credit windows, and targeted guarantee schemes are increasingly viewed as important tools that could accelerate the growth of green enterprises.

Analysts also point to a wider ecosystem imbalance where accelerators, investors, and innovation platforms remain heavily concentrated around technology ventures, leaving capital-intensive nature-based businesses comparatively underfunded.

Moving forward, stronger markets for sustainable products, simplified regulatory systems, targeted policy incentives, improved investor readiness, and greater access to long-term patient capital will be essential in building an ecosystem capable of supporting climate-resilient enterprise growth at scale.

Without this shift, Tanzania risks producing promising green ventures that remain permanently small, despite operating in sectors that are increasingly central to the country’s environmental resilience, job creation, and long-term economic transformation.

The Masasi District Court in Mtwara Region has arraigned 12 suspects on 27 counts of economic offences involving allegations of corruption and forgery of documents.

The suspects, some of them village leaders and officials from Chigugu Village in Masasi District, appeared before Principal Resident Magistrate Rehema Iddy on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, for charges hearing.

They are Merchior Mchopa, Jackson Ngombe, Michael Millanzi, Francis Chilumba, Mohamed Katopola, Hamis Namkutwanga, Husna Mohamed, Bibie Chivalama, Mbaraka Namkutwanga, Hamis Kalanje, Hamza Rashid, and Ismail Ngunga. According to the charge sheet in Case No. 12683/2026, the offences relate to alleged fraudulent activities during the implementation of the Ndanda-Mbwinji water pipeline project to Masasi in 2016.

The court heard that the accused allegedly facilitated the unlawful payment of more than Sh6 million to seven individuals under the water project.

It was further alleged that in 2018, they were involved in fraudulent compensation payments by the Masasi Water Supply and Sanitation Authority (Manawasa).

The prosecution said the payments were processed using documents containing false information, resulting in financial loss to the government.

Preliminary investigations indicated the use of forged documents to facilitate the payments in breach of established procedures.

However, all the accused denied the charges after they were read in court.

Given the nature of the offences, the case is being handled under economic offences procedures in line with the law.

State Attorney Charles Mtungila requested an adjournment, saying investigations into some aspects of the case were still ongoing.

The court adjourned the case to Monday, June 22, 2026, when the hearing will continue.

Unguja. Zanzibar plans to establish its own stock exchange and an investment bank in a move that could transform how businesses, government entities and investors raise capital for economic development.

The two initiatives are among the key priorities outlined by the Minister for Finance and Planning, Dr Juma Malik Akil, as he tabled a Sh8 trillion budget for the 2026/27 financial year in the House of Representatives yesterday. Dr Malik Akil said the government would oversee the establishment of the Zanzibar Investment Bank (ZIB) and the Zanzibar Stock Market.

The proposals signal Zanzibar’s intention to deepen its financial sector and create new avenues for investment at a time when the Isles are seeking to attract more private capital into strategic sectors, including tourism, infrastructure, fisheries, blue economy projects and manufacturing. A stock exchange serves as a marketplace where companies and institutions raise funds by issuing shares and bonds, while investors buy and sell those securities.

Besides providing businesses with access to long-term financing, stock markets improve transparency, corporate governance and public participation in wealth creation. They also help governments and state-owned enterprises mobilise funds for development projects.

For Zanzibar, a dedicated stock market could provide local enterprises with an alternative to bank borrowing, allowing them to raise capital directly from investors. It could also enable residents to invest in local companies and benefit from the growth of the Isles’ economy.

The planned investment bank is expected to complement the exchange by financing large-scale projects and attracting domestic and foreign investors. Investment banks typically structure major transactions, advise on fundraising and support businesses seeking capital for expansion.

The move would place Zanzibar alongside a growing number of East African jurisdictions that operate capital markets. The region is currently served by the Nairobi Securities Exchange in Kenya, the Dar es Salaam Stock Exchange in Tanzania, the Uganda Securities Exchange and the Rwanda Stock Exchange.

These exchanges facilitate the trading of shares, bonds and other securities and have increasingly embraced electronic trading platforms. Tanzania’s own stock market, the Dar es Salaam Stock Exchange, was incorporated in 1996 and began trading in 1998. It offers trading in shares, bonds and real estate investment trusts and operates under the oversight of the Capital Markets and Securities Authority (CMSA).

“In this period, the ministry will establish the Zanzibar Stock Market and an investment bank,” Dr Akil told lawmakers. Beyond the two flagship projects, the ministry plans to strengthen digital systems in government budgeting and financial management, promote gender-responsive budgeting and finalise the Zanzibar Development Plan (ZADEP) 20262031. The government also intends to review the Value Added Tax (VAT) Act No.

4 of 1998, prepare legislation governing the Zanzibar Social Security Fund (ZSSF), and develop a population policy alongside procurement guidelines for information technology equipment and special groups. Other priorities include integrating electronic systems across government institutions, introducing agricultural insurance schemes and establishing a subsidiary to manage life insurance services under ZIC Life Insurance.

Meanwhile, the House Budget Committee urged the ministry to strengthen revenue collection, close loopholes and ensure that growth in public debt remains aligned with repayment capacity. During the budget debate, members of the House of Representatives called for stronger oversight of revenue collection and the creation of new revenue sources, while urging tax authorities to avoid enforcement measures that unnecessarily disrupt businesses.

Several lawmakers also stressed the need to make Zanzibar more open to trade and investment, arguing that effective implementation of the proposed reforms will be critical if the Isles are to achieve faster economic growth and attract greater private-sector participation. .

Dar es Salaam. As the global race for critical minerals intensifies, Tanzanian researchers are preparing to tackle one of the country’s biggest development questions: how can the nation’s vast mineral wealth be transformed into long-term prosperity rather than remaining a source of raw exports? This question will take centre stage during the 11th Research and Innovation Week at the University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM), where scholars, policymakers, industry leaders and development partners will meet to discuss how strategic minerals can support Tanzania’s Vision 2050 and accelerate the country’s transition towards a knowledge-based economy.

The three-day event, which begins on June 9, carries the theme: “Harnessing Tanzania’s Mineral Wealth to Advance Renewable Energy, Digital Transformation and Societal Security.” According to UDSM Deputy Vice Chancellor for Research, Prof Nelson Boniface’s media statement on June 8, 2026, the discussions come at a time when demand for critical minerals is growing worldwide due to the expansion of renewable energy technologies, electric vehicles, digital infrastructure and advanced manufacturing.

“The theme highlights the strategic importance of Tanzania’s mineral resources in driving 21st-century development,” Prof Boniface said. He noted that minerals such as graphite, nickel, lithium, cobalt and uranium have become increasingly important in renewable energy systems, while graphite, rare earth elements, copper and gold are essential in supporting digital transformation and emerging technologies.

For Tanzania, the challenge is no longer simply extracting minerals from the ground. The bigger question is how research, innovation and policy can help the country add value, develop local industries and create jobs from these resources.

Experts say countries that have successfully transformed their economies have often invested heavily in research and technology to ensure natural resources become catalysts for industrial growth rather than commodities for export. This is one of the reasons scholars gathering at the event are expected to examine how Tanzania can strengthen linkages between universities, government and industry to maximise the benefits of its mineral wealth.

The discussions will also focus on how research findings can support evidence-based policymaking and help position Tanzania to compete in emerging sectors linked to clean energy and digital technologies. University Director of Research and Publication, Dr Mathew Senga, said the annual event has increasingly become a platform through which the university demonstrates the impact of research on society, government and national development.

According to Dr Senga, research conducted at the university has contributed to solving practical challenges facing communities, informed public policy and strengthened the institution’s reputation both nationally and internationally. He said the growing visibility of UDSM research reflects the university’s commitment to producing knowledge that directly responds to Tanzania’s development priorities.

“Our focus is not only on generating knowledge but also ensuring that research translates into solutions that benefit society, support government priorities and contribute to economic transformation,” he said. The significance of this year’s event is further elevated by the participation of Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam, who is expected to deliver a public lecture during the opening day.

For many participants, Singapore’s development story offers valuable lessons. Despite its limited natural resources, Singapore transformed itself from a developing nation into one of the world’s most advanced economies through strategic investments in education, innovation, research and human capital development.

Researchers believe Tanzania can draw important lessons from Singapore’s experience, particularly in building strong institutions, supporting innovation ecosystems and investing in science and technology as drivers of economic growth. The public lecture is expected to provide insights into how nations can leverage knowledge, innovation and strategic leadership to achieve sustainable development.

Beyond the lectures and exhibitions, the event will host strategic partnership dialogues bringing together universities, research institutions, government agencies and private sector players to explore ways of commercialising research findings and accelerating value addition in the mining sector. As Tanzania advances discussions on Vision 2050, many observers view the country’s critical minerals as an opportunity to redefine its development trajectory.

However, they argue that the true value of these resources will depend not only on what lies beneath the ground, but also on the quality of research, innovation and policy decisions that determine how the wealth is utilised. .

Dar es Salaam. The Borega sisters are rapidly becoming household names in Tanzanian swimming after producing outstanding performances on both the continental and national stages, signaling the arrival of a new generation of talent capable of competing with the best in Africa.

In a remarkable week for the family, elder sister Lorita Borega made history by becoming the first Tanzanian female swimmer to qualify for the semifinals of the Africa Aquatics Zone IV Open Water Swimming Championships, while younger sister Leyna Borega dominated the 10th Tanzania National Junior Swimming Championships by topping the overall girls’ rankings and setting new competition records. The achievements have not only brought pride to their family and North Coast Swimming Club but have also highlighted the growing progress of swimming development programs in Tanzania.

Lorita, who is just 14 years old, produced one of the finest performances ever recorded by a Tanzanian female swimmer in open-water competition during the Africa Aquatics Zone IV Open Water Swimming Championships held in Mauritius. Competing against some of the region’s strongest swimmers, Lorita successfully qualified for the semifinals of the grueling five-kilometre freestyle race after clocking one hour and 22 minutes.

The race attracted about 60 swimmers from different African countries, with only the top 20 earning places in the semifinals. The talented Tanzanian further demonstrated her endurance and determination by also qualifying for the semifinals of the three-kilometre race, becoming one of the few swimmers to secure semifinal spots in multiple events.

Her qualification marked a significant milestone for Tanzania, as no female swimmer from the country had previously reached the semifinal stage of the prestigious continental open-water championships. However, the achievement did not come as a surprise to those who have followed her development.

Lorita had previously impressed during a similar African competition held in Mombasa, Kenya, where she also advanced to the latter stages of the championships. Her latest performance in Mauritius confirmed that her earlier success was no fluke and established her among the continent’s promising young open-water swimmers.

While Lorita was making history in Mauritius, her younger sister Leyna was making headlines back home at the International School of Tanganyika (IST) swimming pool in Masaki, Dar es Salaam. The 12-year-old North Coast Swimming Club swimmer delivered a breathtaking performance at the Tanzania National Junior Swimming Championships, emerging as the highest-ranked female swimmer in the competition with 57 points.

Leyna’s dominance was evident throughout the championships as she topped all her events, won multiple gold medals and set new championship records, leaving a lasting impression on coaches, officials and spectators. Her record-breaking performances demonstrated her exceptional speed, technique and consistency, qualities that have made her one of the most exciting young swimmers in the country.

The championships attracted more than 400 swimmers from Tanzania, Kenya and Zambia, making Leyna’s achievement even more impressive. Competing against some of East Africa’s best junior swimmers, she consistently outperformed her rivals and established herself as the swimmer to beat in her age category.

Her success also played a crucial role in helping North Coast Swimming Club finish second overall in the medal standings after collecting 27 medals, narrowly behind Kenya’s Bandari Swim Club. Leyna finished well ahead of Kenya’s Mariana Machocho of Bandari Swim Club, who placed second in the girls’ rankings with 45 points.

North Coast’s Cara Katanga secured a share of third place with Premier Swim Club’s Melissa Shao after both swimmers accumulated 33 points. Other swimmers who finished among the top 10 included Aisha Hassan of Lake Victoria Sports Club, Ithra Kahemele of Dar Swim Club, Catherine Elizabeth Jmes of Lake Victoria Sports Club, Evanna Namakate of Taliss-IST, Sophia Omar Said of Bandari Swim Club and Camilla Kyenekiki of Dar Swim Club.

For North Coast Swimming Club, having two Borega sisters excel simultaneously on different stages is a testament to the club’s commitment to nurturing young talent and preparing athletes for both national and international competition. As Lorita continues to raise Tanzania’s profile in open-water swimming and Leyna rewrites records in the pool, the sisters are providing inspiration to a new generation of swimmers across the country.

Their achievements offer a glimpse of a bright future for Tanzanian swimming and suggest that the Borega name could remain at the forefront of the sport for many years to come. .