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My biggest achievement is sending people to Kilimanjaro

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I am a Tanzanian based business magnate, investor and philanthropist. I started Zara Tours in 1986, organizing African safaris, climbs to Mount. Meru and Mount. Kilimanjaro and trips to Zanzibar. Today, Zara Tours is Tanzania’s No.1 Kilimanjaro outfitter and one of the biggest safari operators. I also run a hotel chain that consists of 9 properties: 7 under the Tanzanian wild-camps umbrella and two separate hotels. In 2009, I launched Zara Charity, giving back to marginalized communities in Tanzania and making her footprint in the global movement for sustainable tourism development. I also launched Zara foundation for ecosystems preservation. Advocating for land and marine biodiversity conservation with her focus being on cleaning up the Indian Ocean. Follow this  link for more information about my life achievements 
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  ZAINAB ANSELL GRACIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED AS FOREMOST WOMAN TAXPAYER BY TANZANIA REVENUE AUTHORITY Zara International Travel Agency is elated to announce a prestigious award from the Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA), an honor that recognizes Zainab ansell as the preeminent woman taxpayer of the year, lovingly referred to as “Mama Zara.” This significant recognition not only signifies her unwavering dedication to fiscal responsibility and ethical business practices but also underscores her commitment to championing the empowerment of women in the corporate sphere. The recent commendation from the TRA serves as a testament to Zara International Travel Agency’s steadfast commitment to contributing meaningfully to the economic prosperity and development of Tanzania. As a trailblazing woman-led organization, we take immense pride in dismantling barriers and serving as an inspirational beacon for others within the industry. Beyond the realms of business achievements, this award highlights our

Congratulations on Your Incredible Success, Mama Zara! Zara Tanzania Adventures Shines at the 2024 Tanzania Digital Awards (TDA)

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  Congratulations on Your Incredible Success, Mama Zara! Zara Tanzania Adventures Shines at the 2024 Tanzania Digital Awards (TDA) In a remarkable achievement that underscores the company's excellence in the tourism industry, Zara Tanzania Adventures has been honored with the prestigious title of Corporate Leader of the Year at the 2024 Tanzania Digital Awards (TDA) . This accolade is a fitting recognition of the company's visionary leadership, innovative approach, and unwavering dedication to sustainable tourism—much of which is driven by the passion and hard work of its founder and CEO, Zainab Ansell , affectionately known as Mama Zara . A Legacy of Visionary Leadership At the core of Zara Tanzania Adventures' success story is the indomitable spirit and visionary leadership of Mama Zara. Her commitment to excellence and sustainable practices has propelled the company to the forefront of Tanzania's tourism sector, earning it national and international acclaim. Under

Tanzania Tour Operator Nabs Award for Creating Jobs in Tourism

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  Pioneer female tour operator in Tanzania scooped Malikia wa Nguvu (influential Queen) award of 2023 in tourism employment creation. The founder and owner of the 37-year-old Zara Tanzania Adventures,  Ms. Zainab Ansell , was among the Tanzanian women legends at the red-carpet reception at Mlimani City in Dar-Es-Salaam on Saturday, March 25, 2023, to receive the ultimate annual honor of the Clouds Media Group’s Malikia wa Nguvu Award as the winner in employment creation in the tourism industry. “It is with privilege and great honor to recognize Ms. Zainab Ansell as the winner of the Malikia wa Nguvu of 2023 for her painstaking efforts in creating decent and massive employment in the tourism industry,” organizers declared amid applause from the floor. Clouds Media Group each year hosts a high-profile award gala dubbed Malkia Wa Nguvu to celebrate outstanding women, involving hundreds of  females  across the country who have extraordinarily excelled in various spheres of life. Ms. Zainab
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  Honoring Mama Zara: Recognizing Her Outstanding Contribution to Women’s Empowerment Through Local Investments We are thrilled to share the incredible news of Zainab Ansell, affectionately known as Mama Zara, who has been honored with the esteemed EmpowerHer Excellence Award for her exceptional dedication to empowering women through local investment. This recognition is a well-deserved tribute to Mama Zara's tireless work in creating sustainable opportunities for women and driving meaningful change in local communities. A Legacy of Empowerment Mama Zara’s journey has been nothing short of inspiring. For many years, she has been a pillar of support for women, particularly in marginalized communities, through her innovative approach to local investment. Her belief in the transformative power of investing in women has not only empowered countless individuals but has also contributed to the economic and social development of entire communities. At the heart of Mama Zara’s mission is

MEET US AT ITB BERLIN 2023

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  We are delighted to announce that Zara Tours has been nominated for the landmark 30th anniversary of the World Travel Awards 2023 Africa's Leading Tour Operator 2023 Tanzania's Leading Tour Operator 2023 HOW TO VOTE Please REGISTER for an account in order to cast your vote. A verification email will be sent to the email account that you have registered with and you will need to click the verification link to verify your email address before you can continue to log in to cast your vote. Nominees are listed alphabetically within each award. Please look for Zara Tours as Africa's Leasing Tour Operator and Tanzania's Leading Tour Operator then CAST YOUR VOTES ON BOTH!!!!!!

Mount Kilimanjaro Porters Society Training Initiative for 2023

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  We are beyond excited to inform you that MKPS has been regularly training and educating the member porters on crucial things to adhere to in their careers. Porters are the backbone of the trekking world as they aid the clients to clear their bucket lists by summiting the mountain. It cannot be stressed enough how important it is for your porter to be well trained. It ensures that porters have the right level of skills through training, continued assessment and evaluation. Skills can be developed and honed by giving the porters confidence in their work and reminding them how important they are in the mountain trekking industry. WHAT THE TRAINING IS ABOUT -Communication skills Porters are trained on proper communication skills, appropriate and polite sponses to the client’s questions and enquiries. -Teamwork Porters are also taught the importance of cooperation among themselves and the benefits of maintaining peaceful team work to them and their clients. This makes trekking easier and

A NEW MINI VAN FOR NGORONGORO MAASAI PRE SCHOOL

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  The Year 2023, comes bearing good news for Zara Charity, particularly for Ngorongoro Maasai Pre-School.  The long wait is finally over for Maasai Kids at Ngorongoro Maasai Pre-School as they have finally received their school bus that will end their hustle of commuting from their homes to school and from school to their homes.  Over the years Maasai Community had faced the highest illiterate rate and lowest school enrollment rates in East Africa due lack of school facilities, however as the days goes by The Maasai community have progressively improve their access to education since Education is a crucial factor for their development.  The Community must have access to educational programs that can provide them the information and abilities they need to thrive in the modern world. That’s why on 2015 Zara Charity took an initiative to start a new Maasai preschool in Ngorongoro conservation area in order to promote education believing that education is the crucial aspect to eliminate po