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Tanzania General Information

Language:Kiswahili, English, many local languages
Electricity:220V-250V AC 50Hz
International Direct Dialing Code:255
Driving:Driving is on the left. International Driving Permit recommended, must be endorsed by the Traffic Police on arrival. Temporary licence available from Police on presentation of National licence
Currency:Tanzanian Shilling (TZS 1 = 100 Cents)
Business/Social Hints:Almost all executives speak English. It is the convention to use the right and not the left hand when shaking hands and passing or receiving anything. Smoking is generally tolerated but restricted in many public buildings and on public transport. Permission must be requested before smoking in offices. There are various conditions and limitations on photography. The minimum drinking age is 18 years
Public Holidays:2010
1 Jan New Year`s Day, 12 Jan Zanzibar Revolution Day, 26 Feb Birth of the Prophet, 2 Apr Good Friday, 5 Apr Easter Monday, 26 Apr Union Day, 1 May International Labour Day, 7 Jul Saba Saba (Industry`s Day), 8 Aug Nane Nane (Farmer`s Day), 11 Aug Eid al-Fitr (Ramadan), 14 Oct Nyerere Day, 16 Nov -17 Nov Eid al-Adha, 9 Dec Independence and Republic Day, 25 Dec Christmas Day, 26 Dec Boxing Day.

Note: Dates may vary according to the lunar calendar
Emergency Services:Police, Fire & Ambulance: 112
Clothing:Lightweights or tropical suits. Rainwear advised during rainy seasons. For safaris avoid clothes with very bright colours as this may irritate the animals, preferably wear clothes with brown, khaki or beige colours