Orientation Guide - Updated Jan 2017

2017-18
Orientation Guide
International School of Tanganyika

PO Box 2651, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Secondary Tel: +255 (022) 2601126/7 Fax: +255 (022) 2600954
Elementary/Administration Tel: +255 (022) 2152350
Fax: +255 (022) 2152077
www.istafrica.com
1. WELCOME
Dear New Staff Member,
Congratulations on your appointment and welcome to IST and Tanzania. We are

delighted that you have made the decision to join us and I look forward very much to
working with you.
This booklet contains useful information about IST and Tanzania. It also outlines some
absolutely essential procedures that should facilitate your move to Dar.
Any move to a new country is complicated and Tanzania is no exception. While the
country has made considerable economic progress over the past decade or two, we
continue to wrestle with many of the problems that are common to developing nations,
including occasional electricity and water disruptions, increasing congestion and
frustrating bureaucracy. Nevertheless, Tanzania continues to be a beautiful,
fascinating and friendly place to live.
I believe you will find IST to be a fulfilling place to work. We have good students, a
supportive community of parents, and excellent teachers who collectively work in the
best interest of the school. We also have ambitious plans for the future, with a strategic
plan that encompasses, first and foremost, teaching and learning.
Please don’t hesitate to email us with any queries you may have over the coming
months as you prepare for your move.
I look forward to your arrival and to all that you will bring to our school community.
Yours sincerely,

Martin Hall
Director
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2. THE SCHOOL
Mission:
Challenging, inspiring and supporting all our students to fulfil their potential and
improve the world.
Vision:
IST will be a global leader in the education of internationally-mobile young people.
All students, regardless of their starting point, will think critically, achieve academically
and develop the wisdom to make good choices. They will show curiosity and creativity
in addressing authentic problems, local and global.
They will pursue their varied passions with enthusiasm, developing resilience,
perseverance and confidence. Understanding the diversity of people and cultures, they
will act kindly, fairly and responsibly.
All members of the IST community will work together to fulfil this Vision.
DATE OF ADOPTION: March 20, 2013

DATE OF IMPLEMENTATION: March 20, 2013
Statement of Values
All members of the IST community are:
Responsible. We act responsibly, positively and constructively, towards ourselves and

other people. We learn from our mistakes and accept the consequences of our
actions.
Inquiring. We show curiosity, perseverance and open-mindedness in seeking to

understand and solve problems. We persevere in the face of difficulties and we
embrace the learning that comes through failure as well as the joy of success.
Compassionate. We empathise with others and act with care, kindness and courage. In
our interactions, we behave with patience, generosity and integrity.
Balanced. We believe in a broad education for our students, seeing the value of
participation in a varied curriculum.
Diverse. We treasure the diversity within the IST community, using the rich opportunities
for deeper understanding that come from our differences.
DATE OF ADOPTION: August 29, 2013

DATE OF IMPLEMENTATION: August 29, 2013
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IST Service Charter
Providing excellent service to all our community members is key to our success.
We aim to:
Provide the highest professional standards of service to you by
• Treating you considerately, courteously and fairly
• Respecting confidentiality at all times
Keep you informed about the school’s activities by

• Giving you accurate up-to-date information about our services
• Regularly seeking your opinion on how we are performing and reporting the results to
you
Respond to enquiries by
• Dealing with your enquiries within three working days, either giving a direct response
or a clear indication of when to expect one
• Being polite, friendly and approachable at all times
In return, we ask that you

• Treat our staff and other community members with courtesy and respect
• Provide us with the information we need to deliver our services
• Seek clarification from us regarding anything you are not sure about
Contacting us
If you have a concern about your child, it is usually best to approach his or her teacher
in the first instance.
Concerns of a more general nature should be discussed with the Principal or Vice
Principal.
Questions or concerns related to school policies or which have not been resolved after
discussion with the teacher and/or Principal should be raised with the Director.
We will make every effort to resolve disputes and complaints promptly and fairly. In all
matters, the safety and educational wellbeing of students is our first priority.

Tel: +255 22 215 2350 or +255 684 228883
PO Box 2651, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
e-mail: [email protected]
DATE OF ADOPTION: May 21, 2013

DATE OF IMPLEMENTATION: May 21, 2013
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Teaching and Learning Philosophy
Effective learning
Student learning is the highest priority at IST. The most effective learning happens in a
context in which students feel understood, safe and confident. Teaching and learning
at IST follows a constructivist approach, where students actively shape their
understanding in interaction with teachers and peers.
Effective learning requires students to be engaged, motivated and inspired by their

teachers, peers and environment, as well as intrinsically. Motivation increases when
students have choice and control over their learning in authentic contexts. Students
must master core skills and acquire substantive knowledge, which are necessary for
the active, critical, and inquiry-based learning we value.
Students learn more effectively when teachers actively promote a growth mindset,
purposefully fostering perseverance, practice and hard work in their students.
Challenge and support

IST believes that support and challenge maximise the potential of each individual
student. All students are capable of making educational progress when they are
appropriately supported and challenged. Therefore teachers at IST challenge students
to continuously grow in their understanding and skills.
IST supports a diverse range of learning needs, as students come to us with various
levels of readiness, learning support needs and interests. Working with diverse
classmates enriches our students’ education and prepares them for life.
It is vital that all students receive prompt, clear feedback about their performance, with
a focus on how to improve. It is also essential that students have ongoing opportunities
to communicate their experience of the teaching and learning process to their teachers.
International-mindedness
Teaching and learning at IST promote international-mindedness by aiming to develop
students’ sense of identity as global as well as national citizens. The curriculum
contributes to this by stimulating students’ curiosity about the world and commitment
to solving its problems. Students benefit from working with classmates and teachers
from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Curriculum
To implement this teaching and learning philosophy, IST follows IB curriculum
programmes in the Elementary and Secondary years, as defined by the International
Baccalaureate Organisation.
The curriculum is balanced and holistic, providing varied opportunities for students to
learn and demonstrate their learning. It enables students to gain understanding and
skills in ways that are disciplinary, trans-disciplinary and inter-disciplinary. It
encourages students to be reflective and to act upon their learning.
DATE OF ADOPTION: November 07, 2013

DATE OF IMPLEMENTATION: November 07, 2013
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STRATEGIC AIMS 2013-16
1. By ensuring high quality teaching and learning experiences throughout the school,
we will ensure that all our students make a high level of educational progress.
To achieve this, we will:
a. Implement effective and consistent performance assessment programmes for all

staff
b. Provide differentiated learning experiences for our students, so that all are
appropriately supported and challenged
c. Improve the depth and rigour of student enquiry in our programmes, as well as the
teaching of literacy and numeracy skills
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2. By creating an ethos of high expectations for individual behaviour, we will develop

positive character in our students.
a. Systematically develop authentic leadership qualities in our students
b. Provide a broad academic and extra-curricular programme, with stimulating, relevant

choices
c. Provide a structured method for students to reflect upon and record their learning
journey
d. Promote and reinforce high standards of behaviour among our students
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3. By establishing a coherent learning-based approach to community service, we will

meaningfully engage, as individuals and as a community, with local and global
problems.
a. Create and communicate a school philosophy of service learning and community

engagement
b. Increase student participation and influence in the decisions affecting them
c. Build influence over school education in Tanzania
d. Reduce IST’s environmental impact
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4. By increasing IST’s visibility and influence, we will become a global leader in the
education of internationally-mobile young people
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a. Provide opportunities for our students and teachers to connect with others
throughout the world
b. Recruit, retain and develop excellent staff in all areas
c. Ensure that IST students gain access to their universities and schools of choice
d. Maintain excellent standing with accreditation agencies
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5. By developing strong collaboration between school community members, we will

support student learning and well-being
a. Ensure consistency of curriculum delivery within Grades and subjects
b. Develop shared understanding and protocols among staff regarding our Professional
Learning Community
c. Increase community members’ understanding of the full IB curriculum
d. Establish a collaborative approach to community safety
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6. By ensuring that IST remains accessible and desirable for internationally-mobile

families, we will ensure the sustainability of the school into the future
a. Strengthen the customer service focus of the school’s operations
b. We will control our spending carefully, so as to maximise its educational impact
c. We will develop a scholarship programme with clear and sustainable aims
d. Create buildings and facilities that are safe, environmentally conscious, inspiring and
that match our philosophy of teaching and learning
DATE OF ADOPTION: September 26, 2013

DATE OF IMPLEMENTATION: September 26, 2013
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Contact Information

United Nations Road, P O Box 2651, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania (www.istafrica.com)
Telephone numbers
Country code City code Number
Central Office and +255 (0) 22 2150191 / 2152350
Elementary Campus +255 (0) 22 / 2150176
+255 (0) 684 228883
Central Office and +255 (0) 22 2152077
Elementary Campus
Fax
Secondary Campus +255 (0) 22 2601126 / 7
Office
Secondary Campus +255 (0) 22 2600954
Fax
Useful School Contacts

Contact Position Enquiries Email address
related to:
Martin Hall Director [email protected]
Tony Breese Elementary Teaching at
Principal the [email protected]
Elementary
Campus
Jeff Smith Secondary Teaching at
Principal the [email protected]
Secondary
Campus
Nazir Thawer General Manager, Financial /
Finance & Pension [email protected]
Administration matters
Alison George Human All enquiries
Resources relating to [email protected]
Manager employment
Debra Backlund Communications IST bulletin/
Manager Staff profile [email protected]
biography
Mercy Ngayeje HR & Work permits,
Administrative shipping [email protected]
Manager
Karima Shivji Business Office All enquiries
Administrator on flights / [email protected]
shipping to
Dar/medical
insurance
Nasreen Nanji Director’s General
Executive enquiries [email protected]
Secretary
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Description
IST is an IB World School with a reputation developed since 1963, as a leading
educational institution in Africa. Located in the city of Dar es Salaam, next to the
tropical beaches of Tanzania’s Indian Ocean. IST employs over 100 teaching staff and
enrolls approximately 1024 students representing more than 70 nationalities.
IST occupies two sites, the Secondary Campus and the Elementary Campus, situated
7km apart. The Secondary Campus is located on the Msasani peninsula of Dar es
Salaam, a thriving area where many expatriate families live. It is also the location for
the well-equipped IST Medical Clinic, offering excellent primary health care.
The Elementary Campus and the central administration office are located in Upanga, a
residential area two miles north of the city centre. IST facilities include over 80
classrooms, two libraries, five computer labs, a gymnasium/multi-purpose hall, a studio
theatre, a music and drama complex, two playing fields, two multipurpose halls,
science labs, two swimming pools and a diving pool. All classrooms are air-conditioned
and many are equipped with Smart Boards.
The school is fully accredited by the Council of International Schools and the Middle
States Association of Colleges and Schools. It is authorized by the International
Baccalaureate Organization to offer the Primary Years, Middle Years and IB Diploma
Programmes.
IST has a strong reputation for academic achievement, a rich extra-curricular

programme and a high degree of commitment to community engagement and service.
With relatively open admission policies, the school’s MYP and Diploma results are well
above world averages and more than 90% of students go on to university.
The student body is a diverse mix of nationalities, religions and backgrounds, with a
large proportion of students having English as an additional language. EAL specialists
are employed on both campuses to provide support to classroom teachers in meeting
the needs of EAL students. We are proud of our balanced programme that prepares
students to be active and healthy citizens with a range of interests. We also want to
ensure that all our students make good progress academically.
Our work can at times be hampered by the very same factors, such as slow internet
connection, leaky plumbing and occasional power cuts that any organization operating
in Tanzania faces. If you share our passion for educating young minds, working with the
highest standards of professionalism and modeling integrity, creativity and hard work
for our students and staff, then IST is the place for you.
Professional Development at IST

IST prides itself on striving to be a genuine “community of learners” where teachers are
just as engaged in learning as their students. Teachers and support staff undertake a
variety of activities each year to support their own professional goals and those of the
school.
IST has an obligation to ensure that all of its teaching staff are trained to deliver the IB
programmes (PYP, MYP or DP). In addition, IST sponsors in-school PD activities
including visiting consultants and programs such as “ESL in the Mainstream”. Faculty
members also receive a PD Allowance of $1500 each year as part of their contract that
they can apply to individual PD goals. This allowance can be carried forward for a
maximum of 3 years.
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IST is a member of AISA – the Association of International Schools in Africa - through
which additional professional development opportunities are available.
Extra Curricular Activities and Community Service

IST provides a comprehensive and varied programme of extra-curricular activities for
students in Grades 1 - 12. These include a wide range of sports such as football,
hockey, badminton, basketball, swimming and sailing as well as other activities, such
as orchestra, band, choir, outdoor pursuits, drama and community service. All
teachers are obliged to offer at least one activity.
In addition to an emphasis on high academic standards, IST is committed to

community involvement, and service. This includes a wide range of opportunities,
including working with the children at the Mother Teresa Orphanage, teaching mentally
handicapped children to swim in the school pool, or helping at the Kindwitwi Leprosy
Village.
ICT Information
IST has a policy of encouraging all of our professional staff in the use of
technology. There are computer labs available on both campuses for staff use. The
school provides all teachers with a Mac laptop for professional use. You also may want
to bring your own computer or tablet for your personal use. If you have favourite
software, bring it with you.
Hardware: The school’s network is quite possibly the most robust in East Africa. The
network includes a wired 10 GB optical backbone as well as an equally strong wireless
backbone, together supporting any device brought on campus. The network provides
seamless access for users across both campuses.
The school has two ICT labs on the Elementary Campus and four labs on the Secondary
Campus. More than four check-out laptop carts are also available for student use. On
the Elementary Campus, there are 138 computers for student use – a ratio of
3.5:1. Each Elementary classroom has two computers, a Smart Board and a projector.
On the Secondary Campus, there are 166 computers for student use – a ratio of
3.0:1. In addition, many students bring their own devices to school, supported by our
team of technicians.
In addition to the hardware already mentioned above, we also have digital cameras
(still and video), voice recorders and projectors, as well as other devices.
Software: We have site licenses for Microsoft, Apple and other applications. We also
have a range of other educational software for students. But if you have any software
that you currently use in your school that you may wish to recommend, then please
bring the details with you and we can consider purchasing this software to support your
curriculum area.
We use Ed-admin as our Student Information System. This offers a complete range of
functions including student records, assessment, reports, timetabling, attendance and
staff personnel etc. The Secondary school also uses Mangebac as an integrated
management system for international schools for curricular documentation.
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IST Loan Policy
Loans: Staff are eligible to apply for an interest free loan of up to three months’ net
salary to meet personal needs e.g. buying a car) and / or to deal with unexpected
hardships. Such loans shall be recovered before the end of the school’s financial year
or prior to termination of contract. In any case, repayments shall not exceed 11
monthly installments. These loans are not a right and will be approved based on the
school having sufficient resources.
Salary Advances: Salary advances may be taken once in three months and are fully
recoverable from that month’s salary. The advance shall be restricted to maximum
half-month’s pay.
Pensions: A pre-determined pension deduction will be made from your monthly

pay. This amount will be matched by a contribution from the school. The collective
amount will then be remitted on a quarterly basis to the pension scheme of your choice.
From a tax point of view, it is imperative that the pension funds are remitted to a Plan
that serves as a future retirement scheme. If you do not have such a plan, you may
wish to identify a scheme before you arrive in Dar Es Salaam. Alternatively, the school
arranges for the following pension providers to visit he School around September of
each school year.
Failure to have an appropriate pension plan may result in your pension funds being
subjected to taxation. The decision on where to invest retirement funds rests entirely
with the teachers.
Listed below are some recommended pension providers that you may contact for more
information:
Alexander Beard Group

Contact – Lesley Stevens
[email protected]
Raymond James Financial Services

Contact – Donald Osterlund
[email protected]
SCI Group
Contact - Craig Cooper
[email protected]
Global Benefits/Tiecare
Contact - Stephen Boush
[email protected]
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Faculty Dress Code
Members of our faculty are expected to dress in a professional and appropriate

manner. The aims of this expectation are as follows:
• To create an appropriate professional and positive environment conducive to
teaching and learning.
• To honour the diversity in our community by showing consideration and
sensitivity for cultural and/or religious beliefs and values.
• To model what it means to dress appropriately in a school environment for our
students which will enhance our ability to enforce the IST Student Dress Code.
Below are specific examples of dress that are considered to be acceptable and not
acceptable in our school.
Acceptable Unacceptable
Male Male
• Collared shirts (polo and button- • Tee-shirts (unless you teach PE)
down shirts) • Tank tops
• African shirts/Hawaiian • Cargo / Safari pants
Shirts/”Cultural” Shirts • Denim of any color
• Trousers or slacks (plain front or • Exposed underwear due to low riding
pleated) pants
• Shoes, sneakers or dress sandals in • Beach sandals, flip flops or athletic
good repair sandals without backing
IST badges must be worn at all times
Female Female
• Sleeveless shirts/dresses where the • Tee-shirts (unless you teach PE)
straps are at least 3 finger widths • Skirts or shorts which are more than
wide two inches above the top of the knee
• Collared shirt cap
• Trousers or capris • Informal tops such as tank / tube /
• Skirts and shorts provided that they spaghetti straps
are no more than 2 inches above the • Denim of any colour
knee cap • Any top or dress, or pants which
• Shoes, pumps, heels, sneakers, or reveals underwear, cleavage or midriff
dress sandals in good repair • Shorts (unless you teach PE)
• Cargo/Safari pants
IST badges must be worn at all times
• Beach sandals, flip flops, or athletic
sandals without backing
While members of faculty are encouraged to provide each other with guidance around
proper and professional dress, the Principals and Vice-Principals are responsible for
enforcing the dress code. On occasion, there may be circumstances when professional
members of staff may not be able to comply with the IST Faculty Dress Code (e.g.
Beach Days, cultural celebrations, ESP Trips)
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3. LIVING IN DAR
Climate
Climatically, Tanzania is divided in two parts by an almost straight line running from Dar
es Salaam to Mwanza on Lake Victoria. The northern part of the country (not including
the coast), together with the adjacent parts of Kenya has its dry season in December
and January. During the same months, temperatures on the coast are high. The
situation is reversed from June to August, which is considered the "cool" season in Dar
es Salaam.
The "short rains" (sometimes called the mango rains) occur in November in Dar es
Salaam, and the long rains from April to May. Humidity averages between 60% at
midday during the "dry" season to about 96% in the early morning during the rainy
season. The average daytime temperature in Dar es Salaam between the rains is
22°C. Wearing light cotton clothing rather than synthetics reduces the discomfort of
excessive heat and humidity.
The City
While Dodoma is its political capital, Dar es Salaam is the commercial capital of
Tanzania and where embassies are located. The city is situated on a low-lying coastal
plain on Africa’s East Coast. Dar es Salaam has one of the most beautiful natural
harbours in the world. Named the "Haven of Peace," Dar es Salaam is a city of
contrasts. Everything is here from modern office structures and lovely colonial buildings
to slum dwellings; from supermarkets to traditional markets; from luxury automobiles
to humble public transportation.
Dar es Salaam is a growing city of more than 5 million people. Public services struggle
to keep pace with demands, resulting in the irritation of power failures, heavy traffic,
water problems and dust. It is also a city of surprises: from a congested street full of
pits and pot holes, you may turn onto a shady, tree-lined road graced with old colonial
buildings where the pace is quieter and gentler.
Dar es Salaam has a large international community and is home to the embassies for
those countries with a diplomatic mission in Tanzania. There has been rapid growth in
development, including new hotels, restaurants and businesses.
Community
There are several active cultural groups in the community, both Tanzanian and
international. These include an amateur theatre group as well as a music society. The
National Museum also has a small ethnographic collection. There is a local branch of
the Hash House Harriers (a cross-country running/social group) and several fitness
facilities. There are also clubs that offer diving, deep-sea fishing, sailing, snorkeling,
wind surfing, golf, hockey, tennis, soccer, squash, aerobics, and many other activities.
Many teachers are members of these clubs. Dar is built around the coast and excellent
beaches are available within a short distance of the city.
Time zone
Dar es Salaam is 3 hours ahead of GMT and 7 hours ahead of U.S. Eastern Standard
Time.
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Language
Kiswahili is the national language of the United Republic of Tanzania. All coastal
Tanzanians speak Kiswahili, which has been used to unify the country.
It is important to remember that all the Support Staff - secretaries, housing supervisor,
facilities and maintenance department and business office staff - are Tanzanians..
These school employees speak anything from extremely good English to no English at
all. Any domestic help you may employ will probably speak little or no English. Although
English is spoken in many of the shops in Dar, you will find that little English is spoken
in the markets, and even less in the countryside.
Kiswahili is not a difficult language to learn, and any effort made by you to speak the
language will be praised and encouraged by the Tanzanians. There are many bilingual
staff members who can assist you during the first weeks of relocation to Tanzania, and
you can sign up for lessons with a Kiswahili teacher for a fee.
Appendix A includes some simple phrases worth learning before your arrival.
Food
People who live in Tanzania have the opportunity to maintain a healthy diet, including a
wide variety of good quality tropical fresh fruits and vegetables. The city has a number
of supermarkets with a wide variety of produce aimed primarily at the expatriate
market. Imported goods are more expensive here.
You will have a chance to develop your bargaining skills at the fish and vegetable
markets. Most teachers shop in both local markets and more modern stores. Seafood
is plentiful and inexpensive.
Eating Out
Dar es Salaam enjoys a good range of restaurants. There are reasonable restaurants in
many of the larger hotels, as well as Chinese, French, Indian, Thai and Italian
restaurants that have opened in the last few years. In recent years there has also been
a growth in fast food restaurants – pizza, burgers, etc. Being vegetarian in Dar presents
no problems as most restaurants have an excellent selection of vegetarian meals.
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Water
Tap water is not considered safe for drinking. A water filter is provided in your
accommodation. To use this, bring tap water to boiling point in a pan on the stove for
not less than ten minutes, cool it and then filter it through the filter unit. This will give
you safe drinking water.
Alternatively, you can purchase bottled water and buy or rent a water cooler from a
company such as Kisima - http://kisimawater.com/ or Cool Blue water
http://coolblue.co.tz/. A dispenser costs around $200 - $250 to buy, the deposit for an
empty bottle is around $20 - $30, and a 20 litre refill currently costs approx Tsh.5,500
– Tsh. 6,500 ($4.50). There is also an option to rent the dispenser for around $15 -
$20 per month.
Money
Salaries are paid in U.S. dollars and are paid in the third week of each calendar
month. Most teachers open up a local $ (USD) account with a bank such as Barclays
or Standard Chartered, and can then transfer money to their overseas accounts. Also,
salaries can be paid to your nominated bank account overseas. In August teachers are
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paid by the end of the month. After that, salaries are paid on the third Wednesday of
the month.
The easiest method of transferring money home is by telegraphic transfer from your
Tanzanian bank account. Currently, banks such as Barclays charge $35 - $50 USD
administration charge for this service. Check with your bank about any charges that
might be incurred on receipt of any wire transfer.
Online banking from your home account is a good option here. A major credit card is
useful in a variety of situations, including emergencies, obtaining local currency, and
travelling elsewhere in Africa. It is relatively easy to get a cash advance on your credit
card through an ATM, although there have been some cases of credit card fraud as a
result of using ATMs. Note that most credit card companies will not post credit cards to
Tanzania, so pick up a new card before your arrival if it is due to expire soon.
As part of your shipping allowance the school will provide each new teacher with a
settling in amount of $1000. This amount is deducted from your shipping entitlement
amount.
There are two ways of receiving this allowance:
1. The school can send the settling allowance to the teacher’s overseas account
before the end of the current school year. The school will transfer the amount in
US dollars and the exchange rate from dollars to the local currency, will apply at
the receiving bank. The money can be changed to Tanzanian shilling at any of
the Bureau de change on your arrival at the airport or any other Bureau in Dar
es Salaam.
2. You can choose to receive the settling allowance in Tanzania. The money will
only be available to you when you provide the school with bank details for a
Tanzanian bank account. Please note that a bank account may take some time
to open therefore you may have to wait up to 10 working days to receive your
allowance.
In addition, for new hires who may wish to have this allowance transferred to their
overseas account, we will request details of an overseas bank to transfer the money to
you. We will communicate further with you towards the end of April 2017.
If you bring US$100 bills as a cash reserve, make sure that they are all issued a 2006
onwards. US$100 bills before 2006 are not accepted by money changers, as many in
circulation are counterfeit.
Security
Like most cities, Dar es Salaam has its share of petty theft. Many incidents could be
described as “crimes of opportunity”. Due to differences in wealth, items that might not
seem obvious to steal can be taken.
While most crime is non-violent and most expatriates see Dar as a safe place to live
and work, reasonable precautions should be taken. These would include locking up
valuables at home, avoiding ostentatious displays of jewelry, and not walking alone on
deserted beaches or after dark. You are also advised to exercise caution when walking
with a bag over your shoulder, or carrying large amounts of cash. Always use authorized
taxis, and lock your car when driving at night.
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The school has a relationship with the regional security officer at the US embassy, who
provides us with regular security updates and related advice. The School's Security
Manager also keeps staff informed about security matters.
Electricity
Tanzania uses 220 volts. Most electrical outlets are UK square 3-pin, 13 amp sockets.
Round and square pin plugs and adaptors can be purchased locally. 110 volt
appliances (i.e. those from North America) will need a heavy-duty transformer with
adaptor plugs to work, and are best avoided. Computers etc. often have transformers
built in - check your appliances before packing them.
Some school accommodations are equipped with a prepaid system called LUKU. Whilst
other accommodation may have post-paid systems where the deduction of electricity
usage will be made from your monthly salary.
There may be times when there are power surges, which can damage electrical
equipment. Surge protectors, voltage regulators or line regulators are vital as the
electrical power in Dar es Salaam is highly erratic. Surge protectors are available in
Dar, but beware of fakes. You can also purchase insurance for your electrical personal
effects.
The school campuses, and all faculty housing, are equipped with standby diesel
generators. Flashlights or rechargeable flashlights are useful for backup. Some of
these can be purchased locally and solar lamps are also an available option.
Communication
As a new teacher, IST will provide you with a cell (mobile) phone and a SIM card. On
arrival, each phone is preloaded with a voucher to allow them access to immediate
coverage. All future phone cards credits will be purchased by the teacher. The phone is
a very basic handset and for temporary use until January 2018. The SIM card is yours
to keep. Many teachers bring their own smart phones and use the SIM card provided.
Landline phone service is unreliable. The school has a fax machine which is available
for teacher use. Fax costs are billed back to the teacher.
E-mail is available and the entire Secondary and Elementary campuses are connected
to our local ISP. The school issues every teacher with a school email address before
arrival. The address will normally follow the following format:
Initial from first name, surname @istafrica.com

e.g. Martin Hall [email protected]
Most teachers have their own computers at home. There are local IT suppliers who can
fix/repair computers if you have a problem, but the quality of service varies
considerably. Most major computer brands are sold here. If you need to have your
computer repaired, it may sometimes be necessary to DHL it to the UK/US or the
country of purchase.
We recommend that you take out some insurance for your IT equipment – just to cover
all eventualities.
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A UPS can be purchased locally in Dar if you want to buy them when you get here –
approximate cost $150 -$250. If you are in a house with a wireless connection it would
also be worth purchasing a network surge suppressor to prevent any damage being
caused via the network – they cost approximately $20 - $50 each and again can be
purchased locally.
The school provides internet services to school owned houses but nit at rented
accommodations. In the event of school internet coverage not being available at all
times there are a number of service providers for internet access in Dar, with varying
quality of access and charges. On average the monthly charges for internet and e-mail
access are between $35 and $60 per month depending on who you go with and the
amount of data you wish to purchase.
The School will bring in some internet providers during the new teacher orientation and
you can choose the type of access, bandwidth bundles and the vendor.
It is possible to send letters through the post without problems. Sending or receiving
packages through the mail can be unreliable, and sometimes things can go missing
from a package. You may be charged import duty and this can sometimes be
unreasonably high. Advise family and friends to label parcels as “personal effects” and
put the minimum value on the customs declaration form.
Teachers use the school’s address below for personal mail, which is delivered by IST
staff to your school mailboxes from Monday to Friday. Please ensure your mail is
addressed as follows:
Teacher’s Name
United Nations Road
P O Box 2651, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Courier service - The school sends a monthly courier pouch to its consolidator,
EquipMySchool, in the UK for mailing letters to their respective destinations using the
UK postal service. Teaching staff are allowed to send one small size envelope to any
destination using this service. There is no charge to teachers for this service. Sealed
envelopes should reach the Business Office Management Assistant (Karima Shivji) at
least one day in advance of the courier day. Please note that neither the school nor the
courier takes responsibility for lost or delayed mail.
Never send cheques, money orders or negotiable securities by mail.
Entertainment
Satellite TV is available in Dar, with DStv being the main provider -
https://www.dstv.com. For specific country TV Guide, you can change the country
location to Tanzania. Installation costs are about $150 depending upon promotional
offers and the monthly rental currently ranges from $100 - $200 depending on the
package chosen.
Quality brand name TVs and DVD players can all be bought locally at higher prices than
in Europe (e.g. Samsung LED 32’ TV = approx $600, Samsung 46’ TV = approx $1,500.
A basic DVD player = approx $400). Local entrepreneurs have an amazing capacity to
produce DVDs not yet available on the big screen!
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Dar now has a few bookshops, the main one being A Novel Idea.
http://www.anovelideatanzania.com/index.html They have a wide selection of books,
including an extensive collection of African interest books. Prices are higher than
European prices and A Novel Idea uses the UK book jacket price at a local currency
exchange rate. Specialised books, CDs and DVDs are ordered by some teachers
through Amazon.co.uk and can take as little as two weeks to arrive.
Dar has a few cinemas that show the latest releases.

http://www.zoomtanzania.com/Tanzania-Movie-Theaters or the Facebook page for
DAR CINEMA SCHEDULE’s and -UPCOMING-MOVIES
Recreation
Since the climate is almost constant, only with more rain during the wet season, it is
possible to play outdoor sports all year round.
The athletic facilities at IST and local clubs are good, and there are many opportunities
to be active in sports. There are currently opportunities for staff to play football,
basketball, rugby and volleyball. Basically, if you have the energy to make a team
happen, you will always find like-minded people to join in.
IST has 25-metre swimming pools on both the Elementary and Secondary
campuses. There is also a diving pool at the secondary school. These pools are open
for community swimming at published times.
The Gymkhana Club http://gymkhana.co.tz/ offers golf, squash, tennis, soccer, touch
rugby, field hockey and many other sporting activities to members. Costs are around
$700 to join and a monthly fee of around $50.
The Yacht Club http://www.daryachtclub.com/ is situated on the tip of the Msasani

Peninsula. Facilities are available for scuba diving, sailing, wind surfing, fishing, water
skiing, etc. but you will need your own gear. Second-hand equipment is often available
for purchase. There is a long application process and costs are around $1300 - 1500
and Tsh. 60,000 per month.
There is also a Theatre Club that presents good amateur productions 6 - 8 times a year
and a Music Society. Other cultural activities are also available at different times of the
year.
Fitness centres/gyms are all over Dar. These range from dedicated weight training
facilities through to large hotels with swimming, gym and various fitness and yoga
classes. The top clubs charge around $1,000 per year and other centres charge
anything from Tsh.10,000/- Tsh25,000/- per visit.
http://www.colosseumtz.com/Fitness-Club.htm
http://bodyfueltz.com/
Beaches
There are a number of very good beaches in and around Dar es Salaam. There are
several fourstar beach hotels approximately 30 minutes drive north from town that
have safe beaches and good facilities which are ideal for families. In addition, regular
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ferry services by speedboat or dhow (an Arab sailing vessel) take people to two nearby
islands. Bring a picnic or experience local fish and chips and spend a very pleasant
day, snorkeling, swimming or lounging in the sun. You can take a car ferry to several
beaches south of Dar, ranging from deserted beaches, through those with basic
facilities for camping and shade, to resorts providing meals and other facilities.
As a general rule we advise you not to walk on beaches alone, with valuables, or after
dark, as there have been isolated incidents of robbery at such times.
Dress
Tanzanians dress conservatively and modestly. It is hot in Dar most of the year. To be
comfortable in the hot, humid climate, it is best to wear light, cotton clothing.
Locally printed fabric and clothes are available and can be made inexpensively
although are not of the highest quality. Shorts are appropriate wear for men and
women for sporting events and in many casual settings. Women should avoid wearing
strapless tops in public. Dress on safari is casual, and you will need light
sweaters/fleeces and trousers or jeans in the evening when you travel up north. For
occasional formal events in Dar, men may wear a suit or tuxedo.
Laundry is hard on clothing here. While dry cleaning facilities are available, most
clothes should be washable. Clothes are usually washed in cold water with detergent
and dried in the open air. The combination of sun, perspiration and washing will wear
out clothing quickly. Many teachers invest in a washing machine (these cost between
$500 and $800) depending on the manufacturer.
Game Parks
From the Serengeti plains with its wildebeest migrations to the snow-covered crater rim
of Kilimanjaro, Tanzania boasts some of the finest game parks in the world. In Ruaha,
it is not uncommon to come upon elephant herds numbering hundreds. In Manyara,
the lions doze in trees to escape the tsetse flies and in the Selous, a game preserve
the size of Denmark in southern Tanzania, crocodiles reach five and six meters in
length. There is a splendid array of African bird life in all the parks and reserves.
The closest game park to Dar es Salaam is Mikumi National Park, approximately 4
hours away by car. Many a times the School has new overseas hire staff for a short
stay at Mikumi as part of the orientation programme which is an opportunity to see
some of the wonders of the African bush.
Park fees (to be known as conservation fees from July 2015) range from $100 to $20
per person per day, depending on the park. Camping in game parks will cost an
additional $50 per day. http://www.tanzaniaparks.com/
Game lodges vary in cost, from around $100 per person per night, full board, to well
over $300, with children often charged 50%. Foxes Safari Camps are a well-known
company that offer options in many of the main game parks.
http://www.tanzaniasafaris.info/
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Travel
Zanzibar is a 20-minute flight from Dar es Salaam, costing around $85 USD. Air travel
within Africa can be expensive. Nairobi, although only an hour away can cost over
$450. Flights to Europe on the more established carriers cost upwards of $1000.
Consult any discount websites for more information.
Cars
With a few exceptions, expatriate teachers have found that a car is essential for
shopping and going out in Dar, as well as for weekend or holiday travel in
Tanzania. While taxis are available and a few places are within walking distance,
having a car does make life easier here. A four-wheel drive vehicle is advisable for trips
out of Dar and for safaris.
There are now many more vehicles available in Tanzania and most teachers prefer to
wait until they arrive here and then make arrangements to purchase a second-hand
vehicle locally. This is usually paid for in foreign currency. Leaving teachers often have
vehicles for sale but you should not feel pressured into buying one before you arrive. In
the last couple of years, new teachers have bought the following vehicles – this is a
rough guide and prices fluctuate yearly.
2000 – 2005 LAND ROVER USD 15,000 - 20,000

2000 – 2006 TOYOTA SURF USD 22,000 - 30,000
2000 – 2007 TOYOTA SHORT WHEEL BASE USD 20,000
2000 – 2006 SUZUKI USD 16,000
2000 – 2006 RAV 4 USD 20,000
The previous owner has usually paid tax and duty on these vehicles (although it’s vital
you see proof of this prior to purchase). Nissan Patrols and Pathfinders, Mitsubishi
Pajeros and Toyota Land Cruisers are 4WD family vehicles (7-seaters) and are more
comfortable for safaris, whereas the much quicker and smaller Suzukis/Rav4s are
ideal for Dar and its surrounding areas; they come with all mod cons and the
availability of parts is excellent.
Useful points to consider:

o Right hand drive cars are the norm here. People drive on the left in
Tanzania.
o Individuals are responsible for purchasing their own cars, or for
importing and clearing their own vehicles.
o You may wish to bring out a multi-vehicle repair manual.
o Four-wheel drive is helpful and is essential for safaris.
o High ground clearance is recommended for all cars.
Driving License
Holders of Commonwealth driver's licenses can obtain a Tanzanian driver's license on
application; this does not apply to holders of US driver's licenses. Holders of licenses
from other countries are advised to obtain international driver's licenses before coming
to Tanzania, as these can be exchanged for Tanzanian driver's licenses.
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Motorbikes and Bicycles
Some teachers find motorbikes or bicycles a convenient form of transport. However,
the state of the roads and local driving habits increase the risk of accidents. Tanzanian
law requires that crash helmets are worn on motorbikes and we also strongly
recommend them for cycling. Bicycle locks are essential!
If you are a cyclist, then most teachers recommend you bring your own mountain bike
with you, although it is possible to purchase second-hand bikes of reasonable quality
here.
Household and Domestic Help

Household help is inexpensive (varying from $100-200 USD a month) and may include
taking care of children, general cleaning, laundry (including hand washing) and other
household tasks. Families needing childcare usually employ an ‘Ayah’ (a child’s maid).
Some families employ a driver to help ferry their children between campuses while they
work. Some teachers also hire cooks to take care of /and plan the meals.
Teachers must be aware that when employing a Tanzanian as a domestic they are
automatically subject to Tanzanian Labour Laws. IST would recommend that there is
an initial probationary period of three months as part of the contract when employing a
domestic help. If a teacher is not satisfied with the domestic help at the end of the
probationary period, there will be terminating costs connected with Tanzanian law.
More information on hiring household help will be given on arrival in Dar.
Items for Babies and Children

It is a good idea to bring a travel cot with you; make sure it has a mosquito net. Bring
cot sheets and a lightweight blanket with you for immediate use. Mosquito netting can
be bought locally, as can high chairs, potties and baby baths. If you wish to teach your
baby how to swim, bring armbands or a float swimsuit.
You may wish to bring baby carriers/slings and pushchairs/strollers. If you wish to walk
around Dar, a jogging stroller may be useful, as roads are rough, and there are
generally no sidewalks. You are advised to bring a car seat. A limited selection of car
seats is available here. You may wish to bring a supply of disposable
nappies/diapers. Some people choose to bring re-usable nappies.
It is best to bring plenty of children’s clothes to accommodate growth - most families

bring a year’s supply each summer. It is possible to buy children’s clothes and shoes
(quality may vary) here or to have cotton clothing made from local fabric. Crocs or other
waterproof shoes are useful. Bring multiple sun hats, and sun protection swimsuits.
Children’s mosquito repellent is also advised.
Bring plenty of toys - these are in short supply here. Outdoor and beach toys are also
useful to bring in your shipping. Bring children's birthday gifts like art kits, Lego and
travel games, as quality games and books are very expensive here.
Families with school-aged children often choose to bring blue shorts, skirts, trousers,
and PE shorts to supplement the school uniform available here.
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4. HEALTH
Staying healthy in Dar es Salaam is mostly a case of common sense, just as it is
anywhere in the world. However, precautions recommended may be a little different
from those required in a temperate climate. To arrive healthy and stay healthy should
be your goal. Useful information, including a list of doctors in the USA who specialise in
tropical medicine can be found on the internet: www.travmed.com
Pre-Employment Medical Examinations and Immunizations

It is important to come to Dar es Salaam in good physical condition. IST requires each
teacher and family member to provide the school with a doctor's certificate of good
health. You will be reimbursed for the examination and immunizations up to a
maximum of US$ 200.00. This may also be a good time to obtain a blood type
card. The school will reimburse you for the cost of the certificate of good health.
Dental and Optical

There are a variety of dentists to choose from in Dar, but orthodontic services are
limited. An orthodontist from Nairobi makes monthly visits to Dar and several IST
students use his services.
Opticians and optical service are available here. If you require glasses, bring a spare
pair and your prescription. If you wear contact lenses, bring spares and all your
cleaning fluids. We also suggest that if you wear contact lenses, you bring glasses for
use whilst on safari. Be very careful using soft lenses, as the risk for serious eye
infection is increased.
Medicines
Basic pharmaceutical items are available locally, but if you require special drugs or
long-term medicines (e.g. thyroid medications, blood pressure medications, "tailored"
contraceptive pills, etc.) make sure you bring a sufficient supply. All prescription drugs
and medical records must be carried with you and not trusted to a freight shipment.
The IST Clinic dispenses a variety of medicines based on your prescription needs.
These medicines are dispatched on site at the clinic and are the same medicines
dispensed in surgeries across Europe and the States.
Malarial prophylactics are available in Dar, once you decide if you will take them and
then which ones. Please see section on Malaria. Different brands of mosquito
repellent are available locally.
Medical Benefits
The IST Medical Scheme Clinic http://istclinic.com/ provides routine health care in Dar
es Salaam for teachers and their families. The scheme is an independent organization
with its own board of governors and operates from a clinic on the Secondary Campus
compound in Msasani. The school holds two seats on the Medical Scheme Board,
which meets regularly to set policy, oversee the finances of the scheme, purchase
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medicines from abroad and set fees for services. The scheme offers services similar to
those of a family doctor.
The IST Clinic has experienced medical practitioners and the following facilities: regular
consultations, ante-natal and baby clinics, ante–natal classes, counseling services,
laboratory, minor theatre, admission facility, pharmacy and many diagnostic tools such
as ECG, ultrasound, tympanogram, audiometer, and pulmonary function
measurements.
During the orientation, new staff will meet with the IST Clinic Doctors for a briefing on
health-care in Tanzania. All overseas hire staff and their dependents will be enrolled as
members of the IST Medical Coverage Plan.
Medical care in local hospitals varies in regards to availability and quality. However
most routine health problems can be adequately handled in Dar es Salaam. Medical
problems of a serious nature may be referred for treatment outside of Tanzania.
Physiotherapy services are usually available in Dar es Salaam. Acupuncture and

acupressure are also often available.
Health Insurance
MetLife International (USA) is the school’s current medical insurance providers. MetLife
provides a comprehensive health benefits package with worldwide coverage for the
Teacher and contracted dependents.
Co-payment: there is a $100 deductible per individual ($300 per family)
if medical services are provided ‘outside MetLife medical providers’. It is
important to receive a pre-authorization from the insurance company before expensive
diagnostic tests or therapeutic measures are undertaken. All costs not covered by the
insurer will need to be settled by the IST staff member personally at IST clinic or any
other medical provider. Like all insurance schemes, it is essential that you familiarize
yourself with the claim procedure and limits/exclusions and deductibles. Details of your
medical plan cover will be provided to you during the orientation.
Short Term Medical Cover

The School's medical cover will be effective from 1st August 2017, at the start of the
school year and the official start of your employment contract with IST.
As we have asked you to arrive in Tanzania earlier to participate in the new teacher
orientation, we will be providing a short- term medical cover from your arrival date until
31 July 2017. We will contact you to check if you have coverage from your current
employer or a personal private medical cover that extends up to July 31st. If you do
not have this cover, then the school can arrange for a short-term cover or the period of
your arrival date to 31 July 2017.
Medivac
In case of serious medical emergencies where the patient has no access to adequate
care in Tanzania, the IST Clinic/treating physicians will advise treatment outside
Tanzania, most commonly in Nairobi or Johannesburg. An evacuation is a joint
decision made by having the doctor in charge of the patient on site working together
with the team performing the evacuation (flying doctors) and doctors from the
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insurance company. MetLife currently provides evacuation cover, however, additional
emergency evacuation cover is provided to Nairobi through AMREF- Flying Doctors. The
decision on where to transfer the patient is normally based on the nearest location
where provisions are adequate to care, treat or stabilize the patient. The insurance
company needs to be notified ahead of time and the IST Clinic/treating physician will
make a medical referral report once the evacuation is consented.
It is important that the patient’s passport and often Yellow Fever vaccination record is
available during medivac.
Malaria
As with all equatorial areas, malaria exists in Tanzania. With care and common sense,
the risk of contracting malaria is quite small and within the Dar es Salaam community,
medical treatment is readily available. A combination of mosquito nets at night and
repellent in the evening offers almost all the protection that is needed and there is also
the additional preventative medication provided by prophylaxis.
Opinion on the latter is divided both within the medical profession and amongst those
living in malarial areas and depends to a large degree on the individual risk
profile. None offer 100% protection and some can have side effects so it is up to each
individual to arrive at their own decision. Before leaving for Tanzania therefore, it is
important that teachers get medical advice from their own doctor or tropical diseases
centre. Alternatively they can contact the IST Clinic via e-mail if there are questions
regarding malaria or other health related concerns.
Anti-malaria syrups are available. Tablets for young children are most easily given
crushed and mixed with jam on a spoon. Before starting the malaria prophylactics IST
would advise you to talk with one of the doctors at the IST Medical Clinic who are better
versed in this type of medication than doctors practicing outside of the country.
Immunizations
We advise you to be “up-to-date” for the following immunizations:
1. Yellow Fever: Valid for 10 years. This vaccination is no longer essential for entry
into Tanzania. However, when travelling to other African countries it may still be
asked for and it is recommended to have this vaccine before departure. It is
administered in a one-dose injection. Don’t wait until the last moment to get
this shot as often there are regulations regarding the number of days that
transpire between the shot and when you want to enter a country that requires
Yellow Fever vaccinations. Beware egg allergies when considering a Yellow
Fever vaccination. On occasions, proof of yellow fever vaccinations have been
asked on arrival at Zanzibar, which is part of the union of Tanzania. Therefore
the card should be attached to your passport in the event you are asked to
present it.
2. Polio: Within 10 years. If you have had the oral series as a child, a booster
dose is given.
3. Tetanus: Within 10 years. Usually in combination with Diphteria, Pertussis and
Polio
4. Typhoid Fever: Within three years.
5. Cholera: The vaccination is not necessary.
6. Hepatitis A: Significant risk if antibody negative. A series of two injections
offers at least 10-15 years protection. Highly recommended unless there is
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proof of prior infection and sufficient protective antibodies. Immunity can be
tested at IST Clinic.
7. Hepatitis B (highly recommended): Transmission of Hepatitis B is through sex
or contact with contaminated blood, needles, and syringes. This is particularly
relevant if one needs emergency treatment in a local hospital where needle
sterility and blood transfusion screening may not be guaranteed. The vaccine is
a series of three injections. Immunity can be tested at IST Clinic.
8. Meningococcal Meningitis: Within three years. There is a low risk, but the
consequences of an infection may be very serious. It is a one-dose
vaccine. Teachers can obtain this vaccination at the IST Medical Scheme Clinic
after arrival in Tanzania.
The following may be considered optional, but you should take into account the
comments reaching a decision with your doctor. Exposure to risk factors is significant
in Tanzania.
Rabies: A three-dose prophylactic series offers almost total immunity and gives
treatment a significant head start should you be exposed to rabies. (Teachers
in the US will need to order this in advance from their doctors).
Recommended Medical Kit (all these items are currently available in Dar)
o Thermometer
o Tweezers
o Scissors
o First Aid Manual
o High Factor Sun Screen (>50)
o Sterile Gauze Squares
o Roll Adhesive Tape
o Band-Aids
o Sterile Cleaner
o Hand Sanitizer
o Long-Term Medications, e.g. Thyroid Tablets
Contact numbers IST Clinic:

Landline: 022-2601307/8, 2600949/2600951 (country code +255)
Mobile: 0784-783393, 0688-783391
24-hour emergency number: 0754-783393 (this number is the Doctor on call; if you
need to speak to the nurse only, dial 0784-783393, there is a nurse 24 hours
available at the clinic)
Emails IST clinic :
[email protected] (Doctors)
[email protected] (to make an appointment, etc.)
[email protected] (inquiries about accounts)
(Updated by Ype Smit and Belia Klaassen, MD’s at IST Medical Scheme Clinic)
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5. PREPARATION FOR YOUR MOVE
Visa Information
All foreigners working on contract in Tanzania must hold a current Work and Residence
Permit. Dependent spouses and children who are under the age of 18 will be included
in the contract holder's permit. Children over the age of 18 who are enrolled in full-
time study at IST will be issued with a separate dependent pass. IST will obtain these
permits on your behalf.
The task of gaining work-permits for new teachers is taking longer each year,
sometimes up to eight months. The process involves three separate Government
Ministries (Ministry of Education, Tanzania Commission for Universities, Ministry of
Labour and the Tanzanian Immigration Office). Each department is painstakingly keen
to ensure that every aspect of every single application meets all regulations. It is
therefore vitally important that new teachers complete all application forms correctly
and submit them as soon as possible after entering into a contract with the school.
Copies of degree certificates and transcripts are vital in the process and work permits
will not be issued without them.
In the last 12 months original certificates the Ministry of Education has requested
original certificates as supporting documentation for the permit applications. Some
teachers may be hesitant to include their original certificate in the DHL package along
with the work permit application form. The certified copies will suffice but it will be
advisable to bring along the original copies.
Even when everything is done in time and to the right standard, it is still possible that
work permits may not be ready when you arrive. The school will start the work and
residence permit process as soon as your application is received. If the permits are
ready prior to your departure, we will scan a copy to you (ensure we have an email
address we can communicate with you during the summer break).
Should your work and residence permit not be issued prior to your arrival, the School
will communicate with you nearer the time and guide you with the type of visa to obtain
at the airport on your arrival. Mercy Ngayeje will provide with updates to the work and
resident application process.
Ticketing and Departure

IST will provide a one-way flight from home of record to Dar es Salaam based on
excursion economy class airfare for employee & all dependents listed on the contract.
Eligible dependents should be residing with the in Tanzania. Dependent children
should be of either less than school going age or in full time education at IST.
Airplane tickets can either be purchased by the incoming faculty member or provided
by the school.
Faculty Purchase Option: A faculty member purchasing his or her own ticket should get
a price and arrival time. Please contact by email Karima Shiivji ([email protected])
at IST to confirm that the price is within IST guidelines for a one-way ticket from the
home of record to Dar es Salaam. Once you receive confirmation from the School you
can go ahead and make the purchase. You will be reimbursed by the school once you
present a receipt. Some faculty members may prefer to purchase a round trip ticket at
this time. If so, you will be reimbursed for the equivalent of the one-way ticket that the
school would have bought for you.
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School Purchase Option: If you would prefer to have IST arrange the booking and
purchase the ticket, please contact the business office ([email protected]). Some
faculty members may view this option as less convenient and desirable as the school
may not be able to provide your travel preference in terms of airline, departure and
arrival times, or route.
Flight tickets should be purchased by March 31st for arrival in Dar es Salaam from
Friday, July 21st – Sunday, 23rd 2017. Make sure that you inform the school by March
31st of your arrival flight number and time so that you can be met at the airport and
taken to your accommodation.
Pets
You may bring your pet/s at your expense. IST will apply for the necessary permit once
the school receives the following documentation from you:
· Current record of vaccinations
· Pet details: age, sex, type of pet, colour.
There is no quarantine period. There is a minor fee, currently US$ 13 - $15 to process
the permit (current fees).
If you are bringing a pet, you need to notify the HR Administrative
Manager – Merct Ngayeje ([email protected]) at the time that you
are booking tickets for you and your family. Mercy will provide you with
all the information you need. Please note that pets cannot be sent to Dar
before your arrival.
Baggage allowance
We strongly recommend you check your baggage and hand luggage allowance with the
airline whilst booking your flights.
While Tanzanian Customs can be inconsistent, most people do not have trouble
clearing the baggage allowed by the airline and perhaps one additional piece of
accompanied baggage, depending on the contents. It is risky to bring in new Electrical
goods and if you choose to bring them, you should be prepared for the assessment of
duty on the spot and may need US$ cash to pay for this.
Insurance for Personal Effects

You are strongly advised to insure your personal effects for the duration of your time in
Tanzania. You may contact Mehreen Khatri on +255 783 553 224 at AON Insurance
Ltd, the School’s Insurance broker. As you check insurance options, inquire about
coverage for items that you take out of the house such as a portable computer,
cameras, binoculars and the like. The local insurance broker mentioned above will be
able to advise on this. During the orientation we will provide you with more information.
Shipping
By policy, IST provides a Shipping Allowance to all new overseas hire teachers. The
Shipping Allowance for 2017-2018 is as follows:
Single Teacher US$ 3,000
Teaching Couple US$ 4,500
Each Contracted Dependent US$ 500
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These funds (net of an advance of $1,000 per staff) can be used to cover expenses
such shipment or excess baggage charges for personal belongings to Tanzania.
Reimbursement is upon receipt and up to the limit of the shipping
entitlement only. The School can also make payment to the shipping company upon
receipt, up to the entitlement amount by money transfer directly to the shippers account.
All shipment enquiries can be emailed directly to Karima Shiivji ([email protected]).
Any excess shipping charges, customs duty, insurances, storage, etc. must be paid by
the teacher. In view of current tax legislation, it would be imperative for all staff to
submit to the school bills/invoices to support this expenditure.
All expatriates coming to work under contract in Tanzania are allowed to import one
shipment of personal belongings and household goods duty free within the first three
months of taking up residence in Tanzania, provided the following conditions are met:
1. Their personal belongings and household goods have been used. (In theory,
this includes only those items, which have been in the owner's possession for at
least 12 months. Remove wrappings from "new" items, as it is easier if they
appear used.)
2. They possess a valid Work and Residence permit and TIN at the
time their goods arrive in Dar es Salaam. This is very important to
note. Please discuss this with your shipping company.
3. They possess adequate bills of lading, invoices and specific itemized packing
lists for all unaccompanied freight. You will need a detailed packing list of your
USED PERSONAL EFFECTS in triplicate for customs purposes. You must obtain
a "Bill of Lading" from the shipping agent. (They will normally mail the Bill of
Lading to you once the shipment has been sent.) Without a Bill of Lading your
shipment cannot be cleared from the port of Dar es Salaam.
Note: You are advised to check with your shipping company before bring electronics to
Dar es salaam. Technically, permits must be obtained for all television and DVDs
imported to Tanzania. While this does not always happen, one never knows. If you do
bring electronics in, you will be required to produce serial numbers, date(s) of purchase
and receipt(s) or estimates for their value. Please ensure that you have this
information with you when you arrive in Dar es Salaam, as your application for an
import permit will take some time to process. Tanzania operates on 220/240V and 50
cycles.
Shipping time varies. You must be prepared to wait for at least three months after your
arrival in Tanzania. Generally, freight from locations other than the UK, US and Canada
takes more time. In addition, the time required to clear personal effects in Dar es
Salaam can be very long, sometimes taking up to one month from the time the
shipment is off-loaded.
Airfreight is quicker but generally more expensive. Teachers from locations other than
the UK, USA or Canada should ask for quotations by sea and air. From some locations,
airfreight is more convenient and may not be prohibitively expensive.
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Should you have difficulty in meeting the costs of shipping please ask the freight
company to provide IST with an invoice and bank account details so that a transfer may
be effected (up to the available allowance). This will then be deducted from your
shipment allowance.
You are advised not to send your shipment in advance as it is not possible
for the School to clear the goods without the teacher present in Tanzania and
with a valid work and Residence permit. Please note that the school does not take
responsibility for payment of duties and taxes for shipments sent in advance.
IST recommends that you engage a reputable international removals company to

handle your shipment on a door-to-door basis. We recommend that you use the
services of one of the following companies, as this will greatly reduce the risk of
incurring extra charges. If you engage a packer/shipper, the packer/shipper should
contact the shipping company of your choice directly.
AGS FRASERS TANZANIA

PLOT NO. 50, MIKOCHENI LIGHT INDUSTRIAL AREA
OFF SAM NUJOMA ROAD/COCA COLA KWANZA
P.O. BOX 31571, DSM
TANZANIA
POC: MIKA BRUUN
TEL: +255 22 2780105
CELL: +255 754 768234/+255 754 333002
FAX: +255 22 2780108
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEB: www.agsfrasers.com
WORLD WIDE MOVERS

MAKUMBUSHO, PLOT NO. 45
NEW BAGAMOYO ROAD
P.O. BOX 2486, DSM
TANZANIA
POC: DAMAS BAYANGA
TEL: +255 22 2700977 / +255 22 2772631
CELL: +255 784 222100
FAX: +255 22 2775948
WEB: www.worlwidemoversafrica.co.tz
TRANSPAC LOGISTICS (T) LIMITED

PLOT NO. 5, BANDARI STREET
PREMIER AGENCIES BUILDING, KURASINI
P.O. BOX 70448, DSM
TANZANIA
POC: MATHIAS MOLLEL
TEL: +255 22 2133923
CELL: +255 784 461118
FAX: +255 22 2133929
WEB: www.transpac-logistics.com
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Your shipment should be sent through the port or airport of Dar es Salaam, consigned
to you c/o IST. Your shipping company should be shown as the notify party on the bill of
lading.
In order to clear your shipment through customs your shipping company will need:
o Original Bill of Lading

o Packing List
o Original passport
o Work permit
o TIN (Tax Identification Number) Certificate (more information will be
provided about TIN Certificate during your orientation upon your arrival).
TAX IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (TIN)

During the orientation we will advice and assist you in obtaining your license. License
can only be issued to foreign employees who have work permits and a TIN (Tax
Identification Number). A TIN is obtained from the TRA (Tanzanian Revenue Authority)
department where biometrics and finger printing is part of the application process. The
whole process of TIN application can take anything from a couple of days to a few
weeks. If this cannot be done during the orientation week, arrangements can be made
to visit the TIN offices at another time.
What to Ship
It is possible to buy locally produced handicrafts, materials and cloth paintings here but
to make your house here a home, you may want some of your own personal
possessions. What you decide to bring needs to be balanced against the cost of
shipping and the time waiting for the shipment to arrive.
The Tanzanian economy has improved dramatically in recent years, and it is now
possible to obtain many imported household items here. However, you may find that
household appliances, crockery, cutlery, bed linen, toys and games, make up and
gadgets may be more expensive in Dar es Salaam.
Don't send anything you cannot afford to lose but bring everything you will really
want. Weigh the risks and bring with you what is important to you. Most shipments
come through without any problems. The basic rule is that if you are accustomed to
using a certain household gadget or appliance, then bring it but remember that dust,
dirt and humidity may damage quality goods.
Household items: Basic, major appliances are provided. These include air-conditioners
in the bedrooms, a refrigerator/freezer and a gas or electric cooker/stove (see the
complete list of furnishings IST provides in section on Housing). Microwaves can be
purchased locally. Some teachers also recommend that you bring a quality flashlight/s
(torch) and rechargeable lamps, as electricity is often disrupted.
If you wish to bring bed linen, it is advised to bring king-sized sheets, as beds are not of
a standard size here. Some teachers choose to bring pillows, towels, mattress covers
and other linen with them. All are available here, and are of varying quality. Large
supermarkets and department stores now offer such goods imported from South
Africa, at acceptable prices.
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Kitchenware is widely available here, but if you have preferences for good quality
items, bring them with you. If you rely on a well-equipped kitchen, bring it! Sharp, good
quality kitchen knives are worth bringing. Gourmet cooks take note: if you require
special ingredients, then you are advised to bring them. Excellent Indian ingredients
are available, but limited Chinese, Thai or Mexican ingredients are available. Many
imported goods can be purchased here but prices are high.
Toiletries: Many brands of toiletries are available but are more expensive than in
Europe, North America or Australia. You might consider high protection factor,
waterproof suntan lotion, sun blocks and cosmetics. Shampoos, insect repellents etc.
are generally more expensive in Dar.
Medical: Local basic pharmaceutical items are available, but if you require special
drugs, tablets or contraceptives, make sure you bring a two-year supply. The IST clinic
dispenses a variety of medicines based on your prescription needs. These medicines
are dispatched on site at the clinic and are the same medicines dispensed in surgeries
across Europe and the States. Malarial prophylactics are available in Dar, once you
decide whether and which ones to take. Please see section on Malaria. Brands of
mosquito repellent are available locally.
There are several who will make up prescriptions for eyeglasses, but you are advised to
bring a spare pair (if you have specialized needs). If you wear contact lenses, bring
spares and all your cleaning fluids. We also suggest that if you wear contact lenses,
you bring glasses for use whilst on safari.
Sports Equipment: Bring any equipment you need if you wish to participate in sports,
as all sports equipment is expensive here. If you own a wind-surfer and would like to
bring it, please check with your airline or shipper for the cost of shipment to Dar es
Salaam.
Safaris: If you enjoy camping, it is a good idea to bring a backpack or small overnight
bag, which will be easy to carry when you are on safari. There are campsites in all the
game parks. Bring a pair of good binoculars for each adult and a cool box/ice chest,
although these can be bought locally. The refillable cylinders for propane cooking
stoves can be filled here. The type of gas used is a mixture of propane and butane in a
liquid form. You will have to bring these cylinders empty to comply with shipping
regulations. Kerosene/paraffin is readily available.
A telephoto lens for your camera is desirable if you are interested in the game parks or
the bird life. If you are keen to climb Mt. Kilimanjaro, bring a warm anorak/parka and
climbing boots, mitts, strong shoes and rain gear. If you don't have any and you are not
an unusual size, they are generally available for hire if you book your climb through a
quality hotel. Other staff also usually willing to lend this equipment.
Clothes: Bring a good supply of underwear. Swimwear is of a limited supply and quality
and also very expensive. An umbrella (available locally) and a lightweight waterproof
jacket are useful in the rainy season.
The majority of your clothes should be summer wear, although slightly warmer
sports/safari clothes are necessary for trips up north. Faculty dress is informal: no
jackets or ties required. Various ‘Balls’ and other events are held throughout the year
so some teachers also bring Black Tie, suits or other more formal wear. Leave your
good jewelry at home, or be sure to have it insured.
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Bring sufficient footwear including good leather shoes, a couple of pairs of quality
trainers/runners, sandals and hiking boots. Shoes often perish in this climate. Bring
plenty of shoes for your children. Remember that this is a hot climate, thus your feet
will probably expand.
Clothes are washed frequently and tend to wear out more quickly than at home, so
bear this in mind when packing.
Teaching Aids: The school is stocked with teaching aids, standard teaching materials
and basic stationery. You should bring all of your favourite teaching materials, including
any programmes of study for ongoing professional development.
What to Bring With You on the Flight
These are all suggestions from teachers:

• Personal/favourite teaching material
• Swimsuits (school pools are available to teachers)
• One set of bed linen – pillow and bed linen will be in your “settling in” kit, but
you are advised to bring other sets of sheets; we advise bringing large size flat
sheets. (Also, if you are particular about your pillow, bring it.)
• Corkscrew/bottle opener
• Sharp knife (available locally but not necessarily of the same quality), vegetable
peeler
• Personal toiletries, medicines and basic first aid kit, including insect repellent
and sunscreen. You will get malaria prophylactics at the IST Clinic
• Alarm clock (battery operated)
• Flashlight and batteries; recharge/rechargeable batteries (220/240V). Some
US charges are multi voltage
• Plenty of work clothes (July/August is the coolest time of year, so you might
consider long sleeved tops, socks etc.)
• Additional passport size photos (that you may require for driving licenses etc
• Shoes and sneakers/trainers
• Portable speakers (if you like a spot of music!)
• Please bring anything that may be supplied in your settling in kit but you have a
preferred brand or quality (such as bath towels).
Hand-carry the following:

• Yellow fever certificate
• At least one copy of each passport page showing your photo and personal
details
• Personal medicines
• School records of children, as applicable
• All your banking details, including SWIFT codes and IBAN numbers
• Original University certificates (if you have them available)
• Information about any Pension Schemes you will provide to IST
The school will arrange to take you shopping for groceries and other household items
you may wish to purchase soon after you arrive.
Final note: This information is updated annually with teacher feedback. However,
things change rapidly in Dar, and the information contained in this section may be
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already out of date. For accurate up to date information or unusual circumstances it is
best to email the school and we will put you in touch with another teacher.
6. ARRIVAL
At the airport
If you already have your work and residence permit or a fax/scanned copy, present this
at immigration. On your first entry into Tanzania to work you and your dependents will
be required to have a Visitor’s/ Tourist Visa. The easiest way to obtain the visa is
at the airport upon arrival in Dar.
As you enter the small arrival hall, you will see a window on the right where the visa
transaction occurs. Complete the form for each family member; you should tick
visitor/tourist on the entry card, and write your IST contact’s name and IST’s address.
Current costs for entry visas are $50 US for most nationalities and $100 US for US and
Irish citizens. Ensure you check current visa costs before your departure and that you
bring enough US currency in cash.
There are occasions where the immigration officers collect tourist passports to process
at the counter. Do not panic if you are asked for your passport and listen out for when
you are called t collect the stamped passport.
Your passport will be stamped with a tourist visa. Once you receive the visa and the
receipt for each person, you can proceed directly through to the baggage claim
area. You do not need to stand in line to have your passport checked again. Retain the
receipt and the Tourist visa for reimbursement from School. This is currently the
protocol and may change by the time you arrive. If there are any changes we will let you
know.
In some cases, it may be essential to obtain an entry visa from your home of departure,
especially if you are travelling on a one-way ticket. Please check with the Immigration
office in your place of departure, and the airline with which you are travelling, to ensure
that your departure to Tanzania is not affected by lack of an entry visa.
Tanzanian officials can be very particular about health regulations. Although not now
required for Tanzania, we strongly recommend that an up-to-date yellow fever
vaccination is registered in your international health card. Other countries often
require this when they know you are a Tanzanian resident. Your health card should be
carried with your passport and be ready to produce on arrival at Dar es Salaam
Airport. Please see the section on Health for further details.
Representatives of the school will meet you soon after you clear immigration. The
person(s) meeting you at the airport will take you to your assigned housing. Closer to
your arrival, you will be provided with the names of the staff members (and driver)
meeting you on arrival.
If you have any concerns before your arrival, please contact the Director’s Secretary –
Nasreen Nanji, by phone, fax or email [email protected].
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IST Housing
Basic furnished accommodation is provided free of charge for all overseas hired
teachers. Teachers pay for gas and electricity. During the weeks after arrival, all
overseas hired faculty will be asked to sign an Tenancy Agreement (Appendix B) which
outlines the terms and conditions of their occupancy.
There are currently different locations housing IST faculty:
Upanga Campus Housing (on the Elementary Campus)

The housing option at the elementary campus currently consists of 3 blocks:
§ Block A has 3 – two bedroom apartments
§ Block D has 4 - two bedroom and 3 - single bedroom apartments
§ Block E has 4 –three bedroom houses – one small bedroom
situated downstairs.
§ Block F has 4 –three bedroom house - one small bedroom
situated downstairs.
§ Sportsman Building - Block of 12 – two bedroom apartments.
Twiga Apartments (located approx 1 km from Secondary Campus on the Msasani

peninsula)
§ Block A has 4 - three bedroom apartments, 4 two bedroom
apartments.
§ Block B has 8 - three bedroom apartment.
§ Block C has 4 - three bedroom apartments, 4 two bedroom
apartments.
Off-Campus Housing
Other off-campus housing consists of some owned and some rented properties. IST
owns 4 - three bedroom houses at 293 Regent Estates, 4 - two bedroom houses at
233 Regent Estates. A small number of rented housing units are maintained each year
on a need basis. We currently have 8 – one bedroom apartments at Hillview and 2 –
two bedroom apartments at Marina Towers.
Furniture and Fittings
Each housing unit is fitted with basic furniture and appliances. APPENDIX C indicates
the standard fixtures provided by IST. Furniture may differ at the various locations.
Please refer to the Housing Booklet for photographic view and description of the
various School housing.
Starter Kit
New overseas hired teachers will be allocated one starter kit per dwelling. These
household items are for temporary use until either; a) personal shipments arrive; or b)
teachers purchase their own personal items (see Appendix C). Faculty members are
accountable to return all items to the housing supervisor by 31st
October. Arrangements can be made to keep the kit longer if shipments
are delayed beyond 31 st October.
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Provisions
IST provides all overseas hired teachers with complimentary provisions on their arrival.
These basic provisions accommodate immediate needs, until further items can be
purchased. Provision quantities differ depending on family size.
Inventory
An inventory will be carried out at the start of the year for each school apartment. After
that teachers are held responsible for any loss or damage to school properties. Normal
wear and tear is taken care of by the school. Consumable, e.g. light bulbs are replaced
by the teacher.
7. BIBLIOGRAPHY
Below are listed some recommended Books on Tanzania and East Africa.
Travel Guides:
Globetrotters Travel Guide to Tanzania, Graham Mercer, New Holland, 1996
The Beauty of Ngorongoro, Graham Mercer, Camerapix Publishers International
Graham Mercer is an ex-IST teacher who lived in Tanzania for 35 years. He is an avid
photographer and writer, capturing the beauty of Tanzania in many of his books.
Wildlife Books:
Common Birds of East Africa, Collins
Birds of East Africa, Ber van Perlo, Collins
Collins Guide to Tropical Plants, Collins
A Field Guide to the Larger Mammals of Africa, Dorst and Dandelot, Collins
Field Guide to the National Parks of East Africa, J. Williams, Collins
“The Collins Guides are superb!”
History:
Journey Through Tanzania, Mohamed Amin
Outlines the history of Tanzania and discusses the nation's culture, religions, customs,
industries, geography, and wildlife. “Probably the best coffee table book on Tanzania.”
The White Nile, Alan Moorehead, Penguin

The story of the Nile, from the Mountains of the Moon to the Mediterranean. The tale
starts with Richard Burton and John Hanning Speke setting out to find the sources of
the Nile. It continues with Baker of the Nile and his wife struggling with malaria, and of
the famous greeting between Stanley and Livingstone. An excellent history, well-written.
The Blue Nile, Alan Moorehead, Penguin
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An account of the course of the Blue Nile from the Ethiopian Highlands, through the
Sudan and Egypt to the sea. The book contains an historical narrative which starts in
the eighteenth century and ends in 1869.
The Book of Secrets, M.G. Vassanji, McClelland & Stewart Inc. Toronto 1994
Historical novel set in East Africa during the First World War.
The Scramble for Africa - 1876-1912, Thomas Pakenham, Abacus Books, U.K. 1991.
Going Solo, Roald Dahl

The second part of Roald Dahl's remarkable life story, following on from Boy, tells of his
time working in Africa (including Tanzania - the house where he lived is near the school)
and his wartime exploits.
Novels
The Gunny Sack, M.G. Vassanji, Heinemann International, U.K.
As the novel begins, Salim Juma, in exile from Tanzania, opens up a gunny sack
bequeathed to him by a beloved great-aunt. Inside it he discovers the past — his own
family’s history and the story of the Asian experience in East Africa. Its relics and
artifacts bring with them the lives of Salim’s Indian great-grandfather, his extensive
family, and all their loves and betrayals.
Uhuru Street, M.G. Vassanji, Heinemann International, London

A collection of stories set in the Asian community of Dar es Salaam, depicting the
changes in Uhuru Street from the sheltered innocence of colonial rule in the 1950s to
the shattered world of the 1980s. The author received the 1990 Commonwealth
Writers Prize for his novel "The Gunny Sack".
An Ice Cream War, William Boyd, Penguin

Follows the fortunes of several wildly different characters - including an expat farmer
and a young English aristocrat - as they are swept up in the fighting in German East
Africa during the First World War, their lives converging amid battle, betrayal, love,
comedy and tragedy.
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8. APPENDICES
Appendix A: Useful Kiswahili Phrases
Greetings Salamu Other Words

Good morning Habari za asubuhi Please Tafadhali
Good afternoon Habari za mchana My apologies/Sorry Samahani
Good evening Habari za jioni Excuse me Kumradhi
Reply to a greeting Ni nzuri/ni May I come in? Hodi
njema/salama
Hello Habari Come in Karibu / Karibu
ndani
How are you? Habari gani/Hujambo Thank you Ahsante
How are you (Plural) Hamjambo Sorry Pole
I am fine Ni nzuri/ ni njema/ I like Ninapenda
salama
We are fine Hatujambo I do not like Sipendi
I am fine and you? Sijambo na wewe? Water Maji
We are fine and you? Hatujambo na wewe Power/Electricity Umeme
I am fine too Sijambo pia Market Sokoni
We are fine too Hatujambo pia Hospital Hospitali
A white person Mzungu
Time Wakati Days of the week Siku katika juma
Today Leo Monday Jumatatu
Tomorrow Kesho Tuesday Jumanne
The day after Kesho kutwa Wednesday Jumatano
tomorrow
The day before Juzi Thursday Alhamisi
yesterday
Yesterday Jana Friday Ijumaa
Now/Present Sasa Saturday Jumamosi
Later Baadaye Sunday Jumapili
A day Siku Some Phrases
A week Juma/wiki How much Bei gani/Kiasi
gani/Unauzaje
A month Mwezi Welcome customer Karibu mteja
A year Mwaka It is expensive ni ya ghali
This week Wiki hii Give me two kg nipe kilo mbili
This month Mwezi huu Why Kwa nini
This year Mwaka huu Make it less Punguza bei
Last month Mwezi uliopita No profit/won’t pay Hamna faida
Last year Mwaka uliopita
The date Tarehe
Numbers Numerali Numbers Numerali
One moja Twenty Ishirini
Two mbili Thirty Thelathini
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Three tatu Forty Arobaini
Four nne Fifty Hamsini
Five tano Sixty Sitini
Six sita Seventy Sabini
Seven saba Eighty Themanini
Eight nane Ninety Tisini
Nine tisa One hundred Mia
Ten kumi One thousand Elfu
One million Million
Fruits and Matunda na Fruits and Matunda na

vegetables mboga vegetables mboga
Orange chungwa Potatoes viazi mviringo
Tangerine chenza Tomatoes Nyanya
Bananas ndizi Carrots Karoti
Lemon limao Cabbage Kabichi
Lime ndimu Cucumber Matango
Passion fruit karakara Onions Vitunguu
Pawpaw papai Aubergine Biringanya
Watermelon tikiti maji Capsicums pilipili hoho
Avocado parachichi Sweet potatoes viazi tamu
Coconut nazi Chillies Pilipili
Ginger tangawizi Pumpkin Boga
Cinnamon mdalasini Fish Samaki
Jack fruit fenesi Chicken Kuku
Guava pera Meat Nyama
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Appendix B
TENANCY AGREEMENT – IST HOUSING
SECTION I: TENANCY AGREEMENT
This Agreement is made on 1st August, 2017 between the International School of
Tanganyika, whose registered office is in Dar es Salaam P.O. Box 2651 (hereinafter called
“the School”) and ___________________________ hereinafter called “the Tenant”.
SECTION II: RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE SCHOOL
IT IS MUTUALLY UNDERSTOOD THAT:
1. The School provides the Tenant with basic furnished accommodations as

outlined in the New Hire Orientation Guide for the following
Apartment/House location: ______________________
2. The School will maintain the apartment/house in a reasonable and safe

state of repair and is responsible for ensuring that the provided appliances
and equipment are in safe working condition.
3. The School is responsible for conducting an inventory of the school provided

furniture and for examining the condition of the accommodation. This will be
conducted at a mutually agreed upon time at the beginning and end of each
school year.
4. The Facilities Supervisor is responsible for all keys, for collecting the
telephone pre-paid card code number, the Luku card and any other similar
information from teachers who vacate any school supplied Housing
including changing from one apartment or house to another.
5. The Facilities Supervisor approves all written requests to transfer or move

away any furniture or equipment allocated to the apartment/house
6. The Facilities Supervisor will provide the Tenant with a set of keys for each
adult for the apartment/house for which he/she will be responsible.
7. The School supplies all new Tenants with a basic starter kit as outlined in
the New Hire Orientation Guide. Each new Tenant is responsible for
returning the entire kit to the Facilities Supervisor by October 31 of the initial
year of contract.
SECTION III: RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE TENANT
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1. The Tenant agrees to submit to a housing inventory and to record the
general condition of the accommodation at the beginning and end of each
school year or when a Tenant may change accommodations during any
school year.
2. The Tenant agrees not to cause or allow any noise or activity in or around
the premises or accommodation that may disturb the peace and quiet of
another Tenant and / or neighbor. Such noise may include but not limited
to; noisy entertainment or /and loud music, unsupervised activities of
children and unattended pets. Any such noise or activities may be regarded
as a breach of the agreement.
3. The Tenant shall permit the Facilities Supervisor and/or assigned workmen
to enter the apartment/house for the purposes of making repairs, inventory
recording and examining the condition of the accommodation by receiving
adequate advance notice, preferably at a mutually agreed time. The Tenant
will work out with the Facilities Supervisor a reasonable system for gaining
the necessary access.
4. The Tenant agrees to use only the pre-paid telephone system or his/her own
cell phone.
5. The Tenant agrees not to sublet the allocated accommodation.
6. The Tenant is responsible for the replacement of all consumable items such
as light bulbs/tube lights, filter candles and the like.
7. The Tenant is responsible for the payment of the following utilities:

electricity, gas, pre-paid telephone cards, fax, and cable TV.
8. The Tenant is able to reasonably decorate the accommodation but shall not
alter, add or remove any element, component and structural finishing of the
house without prior written approval of the Facilities Supervisor.
9. The Tenant may paint the interior walls of the accommodation. However the
choice of color/s must be approved by the Facilities & Maintenance
Manager prior to the redecoration. In some instances the choice of color
may require the Tenant to restore the interior to its original color when
vacating the accommodation.
10. Subject to prior approval by the Director, teacher/s may identify a person to
stay at their residence/apartment holiday periods when the Tenant is away.
He/she must inform the Facilities Supervisor of this arrangement. The
Tenant is responsible for providing the Security Staff with the names of any
visitor who will reside in School provided housing. The Tenant is responsible
for any damage done by his/her guest. During such time, the Tenant will
make provision for the Facilities Supervisor to undertake maintenance and
repairs if it is necessary to do so during this period.
11. The Tenant shall maintain the apartment/house in a good habitable

standard. There will be no liability to the Tenant for ordinary wear and tear.
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12. The Tenant shall not transfer or move away any furniture or equipment
allocated to the apartment/house without prior written approval of the
Facilities Supervisor.
13. Teachers who terminate employment or who change accommodation must

move out all personal belongings by June 30th. If maintenance needs to be
carried out on the flat, the incoming Tenant will be allocated alternative
accommodation where necessary.
14. On vacating the apartment/house, the Tenant will hand over to the Facilities
Supervisor all keys, telephone pre-paid card code number, the Luku card or
Luku receipt and any other similar information.
15. The Tenant is responsible for any and all additional keys beyond what the
School initially provides.
16. The Tenant shall advise the Facilities Supervisor in writing of pets that reside
in the flat or house. Permission is normally granted for usual domestic pets.
A Tenant with a pet must abide by the Pet Ownership Rules.
SECTION IV: PENALTIES/MISCELLANEOUS AGREEMENTS
1. The Tenant is financially liable for any damage to furniture, appliances or the
structure of the accommodation that is the result of negligence or abuse.
2. The Tenant is liable for any damage caused by his/her pet to his/her
apartment block/house or that of any other tenant/’s housing space.
Signed on behalf of the

International School of
Tanganyika. _______________________________________________________
HR ADMINISTRATIVE MANAGER
________________________________________________________
SIGNATURE OF TENANT /S
This tenancy agreement applies to school owned properties. Staff allocated to external
rented properties will be expected to adhere to the rules set out by their respective
landlords. The School will not be responsible for any maintenance repairs at rented
properties.
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APPENDIX C:
HOUSING - SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION
Table A: Basic Furnishings at IST owned housing properties

(Please note that furnishing at some housing locations may differ due to refurbished
apartments or new apartment buildings. The list gives you an idea of what the school
will more or less provide.)
Dining / Living Area UNIT

Sofa - 3 seater 1pc
Single chair 2 pc
Coffee table 1pc
End tables 3pc
Dining table & chairs (4-6 depending on family size) 1pc
Writing desk with chair 1pc
Book shelf 1pc
Ceiling fans or wall fans
Curtains
Kitchen Area
Refrigerator 1pc
Cooker combined gas / electric (gas cylinder provided) 1pc
Basic water purifier 1pc
Fire extinguisher 1pc
Bathroom Area
Initial shower curtain – where required 1 per shower
Mirror 1 per bathroom
Water heater(s)
Bedroom 1
Bed and mattress – as appropriate for the size of the bed
Built-in wardrobe closet 1pc
Chest of drawers 1pc
Bed side tables (for double beds) 2pc
Air conditioner
Initial mosquito netting;(not provided at Twiga and Sportsman) Per occupant
Curtains
Bedroom 2 and 3 (if applicable)
Bed and mattress – as appropriate for the size of the bed
Bed side table 1pc
Chest of drawers 1pc
Air conditioner per bedroom
Initial mosquito netting (not provided at Twiga and Sportsman) Per occupant
Curtains
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Table B: Starter Kit Contents
Faculty members are accountable to return all items to the housing supervisor by 31
October 2017. Arrangements can be made to keep the starter kit longer if shipments
are delayed beyond 31 October.
ITEM QTY ITEM QTY

Bed linen (2 flat sheets) 1 per bed Soup or cereal bowl Per occupant
Bath Towels 1 per person Cutlery set Per occupant
Pillow(s) 2 per bed Plates Per occupant
Per occupant Tea cup or Mugs Per occupant
Mosquito net (dependent on
housing location)
Cooking pots 2 pc Drinking Glasses Per occupant
Spatula/ or Cooking Spoons 1 pc Can / bottle opener 1 pc
Please Note – The School does not provide the following:
1. Washing machine and other small appliances.

2. Replacement shower curtains.
3. Replacement mosquito netting.
4. Rugs, lamps & shades, iron and ironing board.
5. Table or floor lamps.
6. Window blinds/shades
We hope the Orientation Guide has provided you with some useful information.
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2017-18

International School of Tanganyika

Dear New Staff Member,

Congratulations on your appointment and welcome to IST and Tanzania. We are

DATE OF ADOPTION: March 20, 2013

Responsible. We act responsibly, positively and constructively, towards ourselves and

Inquiring. We show curiosity, perseverance and open-mindedness in seeking to

DATE OF ADOPTION: August 29, 2013

Keep you informed about the school’s activities by

In return, we ask that you

International School of Tanganyika

DATE OF ADOPTION: May 21, 2013

Effective learning requires students to be engaged, motivated and inspired by their

Challenge and support

DATE OF ADOPTION: November 07, 2013

To achieve this, we will:

a. Implement effective and consistent performance assessment programmes for all

2. By creating an ethos of high expectations for individual behaviour, we will develop

To achieve this, we will:

a. Systematically develop authentic leadership qualities in our students

b. Provide a broad academic and extra-curricular programme, with stimulating, relevant

d. Promote and reinforce high standards of behaviour among our students

3. By establishing a coherent learning-based approach to community service, we will

To achieve this, we will:

a. Create and communicate a school philosophy of service learning and community

b. Increase student participation and influence in the decisions affecting them

c. Build influence over school education in Tanzania

d. Reduce IST’s environmental impact

b. Recruit, retain and develop excellent staff in all areas

d. Maintain excellent standing with accreditation agencies

5. By developing strong collaboration between school community members, we will

To achieve this, we will:

a. Ensure consistency of curriculum delivery within Grades and subjects

c. Increase community members’ understanding of the full IB curriculum

d. Establish a collaborative approach to community safety

6. By ensuring that IST remains accessible and desirable for internationally-mobile

To achieve this, we will:

a. Strengthen the customer service focus of the school’s operations

b. We will control our spending carefully, so as to maximise its educational impact

c. We will develop a scholarship programme with clear and sustainable aims

DATE OF ADOPTION: September 26, 2013

International School of Tanganyika

Useful School Contacts

IST has a strong reputation for academic achievement, a rich extra-curricular

Professional Development at IST

Extra Curricular Activities and Community Service

In addition to an emphasis on high academic standards, IST is committed to

Pensions: A pre-determined pension deduction will be made from your monthly

Alexander Beard Group

Raymond James Financial Services

Members of our faculty are expected to dress in a professional and appropriate

There are two ways of receiving this allowance:

Initial from first name, surname @istafrica.com

Never send cheques, money orders or negotiable securities by mail.

Dar has a few cinemas that show the latest releases.

The Yacht Club http://www.daryachtclub.com/ is situated on the tip of the Msasani

2000 – 2005 LAND ROVER USD 15,000 - 20,000

Useful points to consider:

Household and Domestic Help