ARUSHA, Sept. 29 -- THE first international cultural festival is expected to provide an opportunity for visitors who will come to Arusha during the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON 2027) Finals to experience Tanzanian culture through various arts activities.

Tanzania will host AFCON 2027 together with Kenya and Uganda.

The Arusha International Cultural Festival (AIC Festival), organised by the African Tabasamu Foundation (ATAFO), based in Usa River, Arumeru District, is scheduled to take place during the AFCON 2027 tournament, with the aim of connecting visitors with various arts, cultural and entertainment activities in Arusha.

ATAFO runs programmes aimed at empowering young people through arts and culture, including training in tradition...