DAR ES SALAAM, Dec. 12 -- ENGAGING in regular physical activity is increasingly being recognised as a key strategy in Tanzanias fight against non-communicable diseases (NCDs), such as diabetes, heart disease and obesity.

To support this, the government has launched a series of initiatives across the country, encouraging citizens to adopt active lifestyles that improve overall health and wellbeing.

These initiatives include nationwide programmes, dedicated exercise days and the development of modern recreational facilities, all aimed at making physical activity more accessible to Tanzanians.

This is particularly important, as a lack of exercise has been strongly linked to serious health issues such as obesity, diabetes and heart disease...