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adminee posted You Could Win $75 Amazon Gift Card for Posting Tips about Living in Tanzania on the Tanzania forum:

Be one of the first to post tips about living (working, parenting, moving to, retiring, etc.) in Tanzania in our new Expat Tip section. Or, you may submit general tips about expat life! The 3 expats who submit the most tips in May will receive $75 Amazon.com gift certificates! (Note: tips that are promotional in nature are not counted in this top tip competition -- although tips that promote events and professionals who submit helpful advice are WELCOME on Expat Tips!!) Expat Tip Section: http://www.expatexchange.com/expattips Post a Tip: http://www.expatexchange.com/expat/index.cfm?pr=tip Help build an amazing resource for the expat community! Thank You! Betsy Burlingame Expat Exchange

POULAMI posted Moving to Dar es Salam Tanzania on the Tanzania forum:

Moving to Dar es Salam Tanzania Few questions : 1.Is Dar is safe and secured for expats.

zimbolad replied to the thread Working and living in Arusha on the Tanzania forum:

shaunzim45 initially posted:

I have been offered two jobs in Arusha. I have a wife and a three year old son. What would be a good package to negotiate. And how much are things like good schooling and medical aid?

zimbolad replied most recently with:

Hi Am assuming you're another Zimbabwean - we have just moved to Arusha from Dar. Schools - would say either ISM Arusha campus (http://www.ismoshi.org/admissions/fees/) or Braeburn (http://www.arusha.braeburn.com/) are the schools of choice. Medical aid - look into an international policy with BUPA/Aetna/Cigna/similar - local medical is not great and best is to head straight to Nairobi. cheers Sean.

adminee posted New Expat Tip Tool on the Tanzania forum:

We wanted to send out a note to introduce our new Expat Tip Tool. It helps you offer advice and grab tips from other expatriates about international jobs, moving overseas, retiring overseas and more. Use it to keep track of your expat insights and save tips from others living abroad all in one place! http://www.expatexchange.com/expattips Or, click on "Expat Tips" on the top of any page of Expat Exchange! Also, if you would like to add a photo to your profile, you can do that now, too. Click on "My Profile" - "Photo" and upload a photo today!

Expat Report Culture Shock in Moshi, Tanzania was published

What are some things you appreciate most about the new culture?

Some levels of respect for the elderly. The greetings rituals. The mostly, warm, friendly and demonstrative nature of the locals. (Continue)

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Property in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania for Sale

Newly Renovated house in Ukonga. down the road from Pugu near the Barclay's Bank.

A reader commented on the Expat Report Moving to Arusha, Tanzania

What advice would you give someone preparing to move to your area about the actual move, choosing a neighborhood and finding a home?

Too many things to say...

Have Good Security

Check for Problems with Water

Make sure the house can get internet in

your area if this is important to you

Sometimes it is expected you pay 3, 6, or 12 months in advance.

Make sure you are clear with your landlord who is going to pay for things if/when they break, (water pipes, door handles, sink faucets, etc. )

Email me for details if you really whan't to know more... Bonnie at EastAfricaMissions@me.com (Continue)

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A reader replied most recently with:

Thanks for your tips. I could not agree more! If anyone happens to be looking for a house in Dar es Salaam. I know of one for sale by the owner for $25,000 USD for a 5 bedroom with master ensuite. It has electricity and running water and is internet compatible. You can email me for more details at simbafam@gmail.com

dcanale0213 replied to the thread Jobs for expats in Arusha on the Tanzania forum:

dcanale0213 initially posted:

Hi, I am thinking about moving to Arusha but I am not sure if I will be able to get a job there. I am an American and will be moving there to live with someone who is a native to Tanzania which will make the transfer a little easier. But not sure if there are any jobs for an expat there. Any suggestions? My background is in hospitality and marketing but I do not speak any other language besides English. Thanks for any advice or suggestions.

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dcanale0213 replied most recently with:

Thank you, I will look at the Arusha Mailing list.

inarusha replied most recently with:

You may subscribe to Arusha Mailing list (free, just google it), which gives you a good insight of what people (mostly expats) look for here on daily basis. Karibu~

paragdesai28 replied to the thread Moving to Dar es Salam Tanzania on the Tanzania forum:

biswas11 initially posted:

I am planning to move to Dar es Salam from Mumbai in early 2013. I have a few queries 1. What is the avearge rent of furnished 1 BHK apartment 2. Is rent for 12 months need to be paid in advance. 3. My future employers would help me in acquiring a Tanzanian Driving Licence. I want to know how much time is required. 4. I want an idea on average cost of lving for 2 persons without any school going children. Can any one help

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paragdesai28 replied most recently with:

Hi Biswas, Hope you have moved successfully to DAR ES SALAM. I have also got an offer from one of the companies in DAR, Tanzania. I would like to know the safety & Security status in Tanzania. Also if you can give me more info on the following..... -Housing/ Accommodation Facility -Electricity/Drinking Water Facility -Vegetarian Food Availability -Medical Facility I am from Mumbai and I need to know if it is worth moving to Tanzania. Thank you, Parag

biswas11 replied most recently with:

I originate from India and would be moving in to Dar from Mumbai. I am planning to stay in Upanga. I shall be working in a General Insurance Company with office in Harbour View Avenue. Where are you working and which is your place in UK. Looking forward to hear from you

inarusha replied to the thread Malaria in Arusha on the Tanzania forum:

Sanderson initially posted:

I am married to a Tanzanian with 2 small children aged 3 years and 5 months. We are currently living in the UK but plan to move to Tanzanian after my husband finishes his studies. I am very concerned about malaria having caught it myself on previous visits to TZ in Tabora, Dar and Kigoma. I have been researching rates and the risk seems very low in Arusha so I think this may be a good place to move to. We plan to visit later is year to look round the area, see houses and schools... Can anyone advise on malaria risks in the area?

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inarusha replied most recently with:

Hi, My family's been living in Arusha for over 2 years now. When we moved here, my kids were 2 and 4. We don't take any medications, yet, knock on wood, never got malaria here. I don't really know the malaria rate in Arusha, but I know that we do have many mosquitoes during the rainy season. The thing is that I apply insect repellent on kids in the evenings during wet season and make sure that no holes in mosquito nets. So far, we are doing fine. The number of mosquitoes in Arusha is nothing compare to Dar. Dar may have more to offer as far as dining, entertainment or kiddie resources, but Arusha has the weather that makes you happy to be in Africa. Good luck!

zimbolad replied most recently with:

We are moving to Arusha this month, after four years of living in Dar es Salaam. Malaria was a big question for us with two kids roughly the same age, but we are assured that any malaria in Arusha is normally when people have been elsewhere and contracted it, then developed the symptoms once returning. Unlike Dar where it is rife, so it is a great incentive for our move.