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SAUTI ZA BUSARA 2021
Stellar line-up shines spotlight on African music All Roads ead to an ibar for ast Africa s Finest usic Festival
The countdown is on to the th edi on of world famous Sau a usara fes al. xcitement is already reaching fe er pitch across an ibar and Tan ania. Sau a usara, the leading ast African music fes al, will take place in Stone Town an ibar, Tan ania during ebruary , , in the ld ort aka gome ongwe.
ver the two days, a main stage will host 14 shows showcasing traditional African music and contemporary sounds, including taarab, hiphop, a , blues, electro and afropop fusions from an ibar, Tan ania, ganda, South Africa, esotho, hana, The ambia, Reunion and Algeria.
This year, Sau a usara will present a rich and di erse program of music from across the African on nent, li e. or the well being of ar sts, isitors and the local popula on, addi onal health and safety measures will be in place. Busara Xtra Events take place across an ibar from ebruary , as organised by the local community.
uring ebruary , the walls of Stone Town, an ibar, will again be shaking to the sounds of African music with seven groups represen ng Tan ania and se en more from across the on nent. As always, the main spotlight will be on young and emerging talents. Highlights to watch out for include Yugen Blakrok South Africa , Morena Leraba Lesotho , Barnaba Classic Tan ania , Dulla Makabila Tan ania , Djam Algeria , Sika Kokoo hana , Dawda Jobarteh The ambia , Siti Muharam an ibar , Sandra Nankoma Uganda , Stone Town Rockerz an ibar and more.
usuf ahmoud, festival director told ar ife the festival campaign theme this year is a ingira etu aisha etu ur nvironment ur ife . The aim is to raise awareness, promote dialogue and action for change on the climate crisis, which is already reaching emergency proportions across the globe. Activities will draw a ention to the importance of recycling, with educational pro ects on the ha ards of single-use plastic, ocean pollution, deforestation and other concerns.
As organisers, we believe our main responsibility is to ensure the festival impacts widely in bringing tangible benefits for Tanzanian society at large,” said festival director Yusuf Mahmoud. “Whilst bringing together people of different backgrounds in unity and celebration, we keep our cultural heritage alive and focus on activities that build knowledge and skills and generate income for local people, especially women, youth and marginalised communities.
The fes al will propose simple ac ons each of us can take to play our part in helping to save the planet, such as conserving water, using solar energy, protec ng our marine ecosystem, plan ng trees and buying locally made products.
In collabora on with Hamasa Zanzibar, the Soko la Busara ood ra s arket will take place alongside the fes al, selling unique, eco-friendly and locally made products.
Speaking about the upcoming e ent, fes al manager ourney Ramadhan said for many years Sau a usara has been at the forefront in promo ng an ibar and Tanzania across the world, a rac ng interna onal promoters and o ering opportuni es for musicians to share their work with global audiences.
Since when the fes al rst opened its doors, our focus has been to showcase music with cultural iden ty that is performed li e . e ha e consistently demonstrated that there is a market and demand for new, exci ng and original sounds that are uniquely local,” he said. Admission is free for children up to age , when accompanied by an adult. Half price ckets are o ered for all people with African passports and EAC residents, with extra concessions for Tanzanians. Love Live Music and enjoy your experience at Sau a usara
The th Sau a usara fes al, ebruary is powered by the Norwegian mbassy, the uropean Union, Serikali ya Mapinduzi Zanzibar, CRDB Bank, Embassy of France, Zanlink, Embassy of the Netherlands, Chuchu FM Radio, ZBC, Zanzibar Cable TV, Clouds Plus, St , merson an ibar, mbassy of ermany, ire y Bagamoyo, Golden Tulip Dar City Centre & more.
Karibuni sana, and welcome to the frien liest fes val on the planet!
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HOT SEASON BEAUTY UPDATES
Maintaining your cool
By Amby Lusekelo
Staying cool and gorgeous in the summer can be tricky especially with the added variable of the dust that has also taken over Dar es Salaam. Ladies and gentlemen, the tropical summer with the combination of ever rising temperatures, high levels of humidity and sporadic rains, has arrived in all its glory. This may seem completely depressing but not to worry, we got some great tips to help you keep your cool.
Summer fashion inevitably means showing more skin with shorter hemlines and little to no sleeves. This prospect of showing more skin is usually scary for many however, as we always emphasis, wear what is comfortable to you. However, you must let your skin breathe. Choose underwear in natural fabrics, preferably cotton or silk. Keep your clothes simple and avoid anything that is too tight. Opt for drawstring pants or skirts, loose tunics and comfortable, elasticated waistbands. Choose cotton, linen or silk for comfort and i n e fi e s.
e in fi i e right number of accessories also goes a long way in ensuring you are ready for the heat. Oversized sunglasses, big hair bands, bangle bracelets, print Hobos and even scarves are big this season. Grab a slouchy hobo handbag in a cute, colorful print. These bags will jazz up your wardrobe and are perfect for weekend wear. You can carry these bags with everything from shorts and a tee to your favorite dress. One area that requires approach with caution is make up. Summer heat and dust may leave you looking like a fright!
Use moisturizer sparingly under your makeup and avoid applying it altogether to your nose and forehead if you have an oily or combination skin. It’s a myth that heavy powdering absorbs sweaty makeup. The initial enefi f e in is e s very quickly in hot weather. Stick to a light dusting over the central panel of your face. This will absorb shine but leave you with a natural, fresh look. Avoid heavy makeup, particularly matte foundation, as it will run and leave you with a smudged look. Another summer challenge is maintaining your hair. During the summer, get trims every four weeks to prevent split ends. In addition to this, ensure you treat your hair at least once a week to ensure it is protected from the rising temperatures as well as the dust.Remember wet hair is more prone to breakage so use pins to help create undoes. Dampen hair with water before swimming and comb in a conditioner after swimming.
Whichever way you chose to keep yourself looking fashionable and cheek during this hot season, remember to keep yourself protected. Direct UV light has harmful effects such as skin cancer so be safe by opting to stand under a shade instead of directly under the sun.
The better you protect yourself, the healthier and better looking you will be.
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