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Tanzania is a country in East Africa. It shares its borders with Kenya to the northeast, Malawi and Mozambique to the south, Uganda to the north, Zambia to the southwest, the Indian Ocean to the east, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Burundi and Rwanda to the west. Tanzania is a sovereign state, a presidential constitutional republic and since 1996 its official capital is Dodoma, where the office of the President, the National Assembly and all government departments are located.

History:

German rule began in mainland Tanzania in the late 19th century, when Germany formed German East Africa which was ruled by the British after the First World War. It became independent in 1961 and 1963, the two entities merged in 1964 to form the United Republic of Tanzania. Tanganyika joined the Commonwealth of Nations in 1961, and Tanzania remains a member of the Commonwealth as the United Republic.

Culture:

As in other countries, music in Tanzania is constantly changing, varying according to places, people, institutions and occasions. The five genres of music in Tanzania defined by BASATA are kwaya, dansi, taarab, and Ngoma, with bongo flava.

Two artistic styles in Tanzania have gained international recognition. The Tingatinga School of Painting, founded by Edward Said Tingatinga, consisted of brightly coloured enamel paints on canvas, often depicting people, animals, or daily life. "Bongo Films" is a famous film industry in Tanzania. The music scene is known as "Bongo Flava", which itself is a niche music genre in Tanzania.

Language:

Tanzania is the most linguistically diverse country in East Africa, having over 100 spoken languages. Swahili is used in parliamentary debates, lower courts and as the language of instruction in primary schools. English is used in foreign trade, diplomacy, high courts and as the language of instruction in secondary and higher education.

Geography:

Tanzania is located on the east coast of Africa and has an Indian Ocean coastline. Northeastern Tanzania is mountainous and densely forested, home to Mount Kilimanjaro. Part of the three largest lakes in Africa is located in Tanzania. Kalambo Falls in the southwestern region of Rukwa is the second-highest unbroken waterfall in Africa, located near the southeastern shore of Lake Tanganyika on the border with Zambia. Menai Bay Reserve is Zanzibar's largest marine reserve.

FAQs

Q.1. What is the government structure of Tanzania?

Ans. Tanzania is a one-party state led by the Chama Cha Mapindouz Party (CCM).

Q.2. What is the capital of Tanzania?

Ans. Dodoma is the capital of Tanzania.