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What's happening across Karatu, updated regularly

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Sat, 25 Jul 2026 · 1 min read

Tanzania defeat Senegal to top CECAFA pre-CHAN tournament

The national team lifted the trophy after a commanding run, with Karatu-linked talent in the squad.

Karatu FC book place in regional cup semi-final Breaking

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 · 1 min read

Karatu FC book place in regional cup semi-final

A late goal sent the district side through to the last four of the Arusha regional competition.

Ngorongoro visitor numbers climb as high season begins

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 · 1 min read

Ngorongoro visitor numbers climb as high season begins

Conservation authorities report a busy start to the season, with most travellers passing through Karatu town on the way to the crater.

Breaking

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 · 1 min read

FC Bavois community project returns to Karatu this season

Our Swiss football partner is back with coaching clinics and a friendly match programme.

Karatu coffee cooperative recognised for quality at regional cupping

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 · 1 min read

Karatu coffee cooperative recognised for quality at regional cupping

Highland estates around the district scored highly at a recent tasting, boosting hopes for the growing coffee-tourism trade.

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 · 1 min read

New coffee-tour trail opens in the Karatu highlands

Visitors can now walk a guided farm-to-cup trail through the district's celebrated coffee estates.

Council begins upgrades on the Karatu to Ngorongoro gate road

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 · 1 min read

Council begins upgrades on the Karatu to Ngorongoro gate road

Karatu District Council has started maintenance work aimed at easing travel for residents and visitors alike.

Hadzabe cultural tours expand with new community guiding roles

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 · 1 min read

Hadzabe cultural tours expand with new community guiding roles

A community-led tourism programme near Lake Eyasi is training more young guides to share Hadzabe and Datoga traditions.

Flamingos return in force to Lake Eyasi as birding season peaks

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 · 1 min read

Flamingos return in force to Lake Eyasi as birding season peaks

Birdwatchers are being drawn to the soda lake as large flocks gather along the shallows.

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