Tourism operators rally to revive sector after poll-related violence

Dar es Salaam. Tourism operators across Tanzania are rallying to boost the industry after it was rattled by election-related unrest that triggered cancellations during what is traditionally the peak festive season.

December is usually a high season, from Zanzibar’s beaches to the northern safari circuit. However, operators say the October unrest, accompanied by travel advisories issued by foreign governments, prompted an unusual wave of cancellations that unsettled travellers and tour planners.