Working In in Dar Es Salaam Tanzania City as an Architect

[@ArchitectRussell]

Buy the Mzungu T-Shirt here: architect-russell-shop.fourthwall.com

[@sherieash1280]

80 PERCENT OF WOMEN ARE HIV POSITIVE. BE WISE.

[@luliskyx]

Tanzania is one of fast growing economy in Africa so you are in a right place. Maybe I will take a architect course in future. Thanks for the information.

[@afrimericatoursllc2565]

Can you make a video about your interactions with locals? Do you have native Tanzanian friends?

[@hackshawnorris]

It is but the government workers need to stop robbing their own people with all the "commission" the police are the worst they don't so their job they just stop vehicles randomly and demand money 💷

[@allthingdranabeauty]

@@afrimericatoursllc2565 I’m from Tanzania if you have any questions I’m here to help you ,Tanzanian people are cool just be your self

[@mycollegeshirt]

@@afrimericatoursllc2565 yep we're really friendly and make a lot of jokes... maybe too many jokes.

[@Nedjadist]

This gentleman, an honest expat, is almost complaining about not 'being taxed' and feels guilty about it. Yet, our clueless 'Finance Minister' is busy chasing the last penny from those who cannot afford two meals a day. That's the best his brains can come up with!

[@tsidiarch]

im an architect based in durban. I fell in love with Dar' es Salam when I went there 5 years ago. the thing which struck me the most, was the freedom of trade and ingenuity, the sense of freedom to build yourself and stand on your own two feet, was much easier than in South Africa which is riddled with over regulation... You are in the right place, and thank you for a sincere and straight honest review. crime is everywhere, even in London, its how you live to tell the tale that counts... and im glad you could laugh about some of your experiences. you have a good heart, and welcome to Africa mzungu brother.

[@ArchitectRussell]

Asante sana.

[@derickndossy]

​@@ArchitectRussell karibu

[@DealDeskPro]

Sometimes it's pretty nice to hear about the good life experiences of expatriates to Tanzania though it is a total nightmare for Local Engineers, Architectures and a lot of employees in the Construction industry here in Tanzania, I love my country a lot and I believe this kind of difference between Expatriates and Locals should be mitigated, A lot of experienced workers hope to work abroad to at least be treated with respect and dignity. But the most amazing about this video is a completely informative and the whole picture of an architect's life in Tanzania.

[@attemptenacity8735]

Ndugu, ofcourse an expat in any other country especially the 'caucasian' expats will at most earn an upper hand when it comes to work experience. The racial, diasporical discrimination will live on if Locals do not have a change of mind. There is a need of renewal in mind from both local employers and employees. Tunachukuliana poa sana. Maboss wanajikuta wanajua, na wafanyakazi... play the same game.

[@agentsmidt3209]

I went to school in Uganda, na nilisoma hapo nyumbani pia. Tunavyo semaga "bongo" kumaanisha watu wajanja na wenye akili...that stuff checks out. Nimekaa Marekani and I can unequivocally say sisi tuna all the recipes kuwa a "first world" country. Smart people...check. Peaceful...check. Ni sisi hatujiamini. Halafu we are never serious about anything to be honest.

[@lusajo8332]

Begin from there, and understanding how life in Tanzania works, I found myself having a bit of a laugh 😂 at your "Bongo experience . " As a Tanzanian and architect working in the diaspora, I do share the same frustrations you encountered and have been guilty of compering my developing country to the west. But now i do see the opportunities and freedom my country has to offer. Thank you for sharing your experience as It resonates with me and makes me even more eager to return home

[@ArchitectRussell]

You are most welcome and thankyou and hopefully return home safety soon

[@mohamedsaid2882]

@@ArchitectRussell hello mr Russell since you have been living in dar you will be well placed to know what policy and infrastructure changes the government and private sector can do solve the challenges of the city infrastructure wise and also aesthetically to change the city from the state of it being an eye site to mildly livable . It will make a great video I hope

[@aselakarokola4303]

Waooo🥰 I love how you speak positively about my country Tanzania 😊 The video is so well arranged Much love from Dar

[@ArchitectRussell]

Asante

[@ChoroTesla]

Welcome to Tanzania the beautiful place with beautiful beaches and nice nightlife🇹🇿🇹🇿🇹🇿🇹🇿🇹🇿

[@Nerd_Timzesjm2023]

Good for you Rusell, hold on to it. Its tough out here especially for local Engineers and Architects

[@musicmikeish]

Opportunities are few and far in between and those that are available pay peanuts. Hell of a life!!

[@JourneyWithUsMoveToAfrica]

Thanks for sharing this! Very informative - I can't wait to see the work you do in Dar. We're north in Tanga. Blessings.

[@ArchitectRussell]

Thankyou

[@princessprincess7708]

Interesting. The way you been bashing "whites" to Africa people. It turns out you are a fake hater." BLACK AMERICA" Booooooo

[@Busia254]

You'll do fine Mzungu.Tanzanians are the most respectful people in Africa.

[@ArchitectRussell]

Thankyou

[@rahulsequeira6750]

Can u cover some of iconic or top tier infrastructure /construction projects in Tanzania too?

[@hamoudcreator6343]

Welcome home Brother, Mikocheni... I like this video, so informative even for us as a country 🇹🇿

[@ArchitectRussell]

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[@allankaunga9863]

All I can say to you sir is that you are at the right spot. Tanzania is developing fast and you will have more opportunities there. My advice to you is that understand Africa is rough so you only need to adjust to it. You will notice that there is more freedom there compared to Western systems. Most expats when they get to that land, they retire there.

[@eacoincmubiru5894]

Agreed. Some even refuse to go back to their home countries 😂😂

[@princessprincess7708]

Expat

[@nasfrom-da-ldn7362]

You mean immigrants

[@dictarchelsea]

Happy to have you back here uncle Russell greetings from Sinzaa

[@ArchitectRussell]

Awesome asante

[@shirrene641]

I love daresalaam it's beautiful and the people are most humble ❤

[@missyessy5979]

This was beautiful to watch 😍 all these experiences are so overwhelming 😅 I hope you get to learn some Swahili ❣️

[@ArchitectRussell]

Need to improve 🤫

[@HeyAmLaughingHere]

Born and raised in Tanzania (Living in Mwanza now), I laughed a lot because this is so true, especially the police chasing and being mugged🤣. My advise to you learn how to speak Swahili, be friend with any honest local guy. And for those who don't know the meaning of the word "MZUNGU" on the Russell's t-shirt means "White person" 😂. Thank you for choosing Tanzania and welcome to Mwanza🙏.

[@ArchitectRussell]

Asante - I’ve never been to Mwanza - look forward to going one day !

[@princessprincess7708]

White colour in swahili says Nyeupe. They gave themselves the label white. Africa did not say they are white.

[@Kite-te9km]

Sorry for this; The man who is not straight, always goes around you is known as Mzungukaji in swahili. So they shortened it out by eliminating kaji to avoid confusion with kaja.

[@wendl2328]

Love Tanzania

[@ashaally1787]

Thank you for your generosity welcome again to Tz

[@innocentrichard2945]

U got hold on to it mate in this country everyone is struggling things are going to be better

[@thateastafricangoddess]

This is quite interesting, glad you're settled in and love Tanzania 🇹🇿❤ I'm gonna watch and listen some more...

[@mapaacha4552]

Wonderful, thanks for sharing

[@ArchitectRussell]

My pleasure

[@IBENGM]

Thanks for your insight..i love it

[@ArchitectRussell]

Cheers

[@BS-kl9yf]

Loved this story. Greetings from Hungary.

[@petermloha5579]

BUDAPEST

[@BS-kl9yf]

@@petermloha5579 Etyek

[@brayo001]

Glad i found your channel....been ur big fan on tiktok since Thailand

[@brentliosmithii3467]

Africa/Tanzania Best weather, cant compare that with London to work in

[@ArchitectRussell]

For real

[@milaafrica9340]

Great content Russel, will look to interview you for my channel. I am in Dar as well.

[@irenewile]

Tanzania 🇹🇿🇹🇿🇹🇿 loves you

[@princessprincess7708]

The girl story throwing her bag was really smart. Bless.

[@ArchitectRussell]

Clever girl

[@cas6996]

Your video just popped up on my feed. Thank you for sharing.

[@ArchitectRussell]

Awesome how did that happen ?

[@cas6996]

@@ArchitectRussell I would like to move to tanzania and i watch other videos of people who moving to there. I'm Jamaican born btw living in Canada. I'm also a nurse and have been looking up nursing jobs in tanzania as well.

[@easy_english_tz]

Subscribed, This content is great, I learned so much. Thanks

[@ArchitectRussell]

That’s great thanks a lot

[@universaldesign4295]

Karibu kwenye mapambano. I will love to work with you and learn from the experience.

[@thornmtsetfwa1155]

Please hire A Tanzanian Mate of mine in Tanzania 😢

[@MidnightTheOne]

You look like you're on cloud 9, just enjoying life!

[@syshelus]

Thank you Russell, interesting hearing this from your perspective...and be honest...you'll miss Tanzania if u leave 😁😁

[@ArchitectRussell]

True!

[@bejishful]

Mzungu karibu Tanzania! jisikie nyumbani!!

[@allthingdranabeauty]

Hi I’m new sub I’m from Tanzania love to see this video karibu sana

[@ArchitectRussell]

Asante

[@markmoshi]

What’s your best project so far in 🇹🇿 Tz!

[@ArchitectRussell]

It’s usually the lastest one

[@markmoshi]

@@ArchitectRussell poa poa Kazi njema🔥

[@Ambassador_MedaLive]

I am in South Africa now in interior design and decor college...I am interested in designing and decorating residential/commercial properties...may be I will run into you after I relocate to Tanzania after GDC Design finishes👌

[@babygiraffe-cg6gt]

Did you finally go to Tanzania? How is it like? I'm a Kenyan interior architect planning to get work in Tanzania.....

[@sanjaybudaniya]

I am an architect in India, albeit not with a lot of experience, should I take the next flight to Tanzania?

[@christophermsrwiza3407]

welcome we work together

[@unguja64]

No. Do not take any flights. Stay in India, and gain more experience and help build your own country. There could be young Afrikan architects and engineers who need to gain valuable work experience you are displacing.

[@Tanganyikan]

@@christophermsrwiza3407 work together with who? have you been in indians and see indians treat afrikaans? indians and asians should stay out of africans lane, no thanks ...im tanzania and i say NO, he must stay in INDIA and use his expertise to build his country, we need young africans architects and experts from other african countries , or other countries of the world ..we had enough indians they need to deport some indians actually, , SO PLEASE NO we dont need them, so to answer him, we have many indians and some have to be deported , because they live illegally and broke the law of the country. Tanzanians jobs are for the native.

[@Tanganyikan]

AS TANZANIAN i also say please NO stay build india, tanzania actually plan to reduce some indians back to india, Tanzania is for Tanzania and Africans ,

[@Tanganyikan]

@@christophermsrwiza3407 you have to travel to understand china, indians mindsets ... no one will build tanzania expect you be the first one... denmark was build by denish, Americans wasnot built by China, was build by Americans , same wit China was built by china... he doesnt has best intests for you buddy, wake up.. many corrupted Indians in tanzania. i seen some were deported, there were indians try to use tanzania passports, same goes to pakistans are extremey corrpt, bangaladesh too are most corrupt people, in south africa they have already knon them how they play and they give them limit viza, because they destroy the south africa, some they open shops and sell" Dr**gz" and using FAKE ID, and they deport massive number because due to such fraudulent acts

[@shabaanmarijani8447]

Crazy I was able to follow your drive @22:29 from Upanga to the Morroco Square building (which safe to assume was the project you worked on). If I a can add anything is that learn and master Swahili, it will enhance your experience here ten-fold. As regarding the traffic police and Immigration officers, these guys are opportunistic bullies, always have your compliance in order (both in terms of documentation and observance of the laws and regulations) and politely tell them to sod off when they ask for money.

[@ArchitectRussell]

Yeah I really need to get to grips on Swahili - it’s quite embarrassing- thanks for the advise

[@ylracci]

Thanks mate..karibu sana

[@HassanAlJabri]

Ahsante Mzungu🎉

[@BarakerZeonlist]

im from tanzania

[@leylascherer3111]

I like the story welcome to pangani ushongo

[@dhanuarygundana6342]

Wacha ku kiss matako ya wazungu wabuguzi wewe traitor

[@deborahelly1435]

Thank you for sharing 😅 ,But to my fellow immigration wa Tanzania muache kutu embarrass na nyie polisi mkiona tu mzungu mnawaza kuchukua hela zao mnatia aibu na hiyo ni tabia yenu sio tu kwa wageni hata kwa wengine pia , muache tamaa ,muache Rushwa .shenzi

[@sevarinijrchitandachitanda138]

Love tanzania

[@editorfrank7471]

karibu mzungu

[@jallowjeri]

The health insurance bit made me chuckle…lol

[@Ashrafbillaltkn]

awesome and a honest review. Welcome to Kenya if you ever get a chance especially Nairobi a small london in EastAfrica. All the best in your endeavours.

[@magazijuto7991]

London ya nyoko labda😂

[@amaseric9324]

carry your Nairobi to the hell

[@shinipapaya846]

Pumbaaavuuuu kabisaa Chikenya afuate nini huko labda ukabila 😂😂

[@naamashirima6061]

How stupid is your comment? If he wanted to go somewhere that resembled where he comes from he would have stayed at home or in Australia. What is wrong with you Kenyans? You are so brainwashed and have a slave mentality. And you love coming to any posts about Tanzania and comment "come to Kenya". Why are you so desperate?

[@bishoplucho4439]

To who ever it may concern; Im 28 yrs Tanzanian and im looking for a job in logistics or procurement or anything that could help me have an honest earning. my qualifications are not impressive, i only have a diploma but my work ethic is great i can pull my weight whenever im at. if you reading this and can help me out or know someone who might, please help me out. Thank you.

[@MakusaroTesha]

22:30 I can tell you that the traffic police are/were notorious for nitpicking. They will always find a reason to fine you. When driving, always be wary of intersections and follow all traffic regulations. That's where they hang out! 28:45 Having said the above, i wanna emphasize this. You always STOP when instructed to do so. Honestly, sometimes they just want to check the validity of your driving license or more seriously but rare, they want to check for contraband. In the latter case, it will save you a lot of trouble including a very unnecessary and unwanted trip to the local precinct. It is more seriously dangerous when you don't stop and there happens to be a motorcade coming your way. ✌️🇹🇿

[@ArchitectRussell]

Exactly I learned a bit late 😂

[@uniquecritical7628]

Have you been to Kenya? There is more corruption and crime rate is higher 😊

[@decoloniz_afro]

Mzungu is more corrupt..looter...and old policies still on goinging for neocolonization.........shame on u

[@ArchitectRussell]

Not yet!

[@wallecesembe2099]

Like your t shirt

[@MrAdolphgervas]

You should visit Kidimbwi

[@ArchitectRussell]

Kidimbwi beach? Oh I have been there awesome 👍🏽

[@emiliaschroeder2275]

I see you 😊😊@Adolf

[@MrAdolphgervas]

Are you in Dar es salaam as well?

[@emiliaschroeder2275]

@@MrAdolphgervas Nikija Dar es salaam nitakutaarifu mdogo wangu, 🤣

[@MrAdolphgervas]

@@emiliaschroeder2275 🤣

[@rashiid187]

Your apartment. Damn you living the life

[@ArchitectRussell]

Oh I’ve got a better one nowadays 😀

[@eddechriss2664]

Are u the one did Morocco square project?

[@robyrandom1148]

Did you design those gorgeous twin Buildings at morroco area in Dar es salaam?

[@shaibchigwere4645]

Woow nice

[@marvinmandela948]

Bruh got an actual shirt written mzungu . Dude 😄

[@princessprincess7708]

He has to. "Black" Americans Are stealling the honorable title in Africa lol.

[@jitukorofi9517]

Daresalaam is like a town for you sir?

[@dawnb12]

Have you ever been to Dar

[@jitukorofi9517]

@@dawnb12 Am a Tanzanian living in daresalaam smartass

[@ArchitectRussell]

Feels more towny than city

[@mwitaemmy]

Even Google recognizes it as a city...

[@jitukorofi9517]

@@ArchitectRussell I get it just like London town or Manchester Village same feeling

[@allenbrightmalisa697]

Ahsante sana kwa hii video. Try to learn SWAHILI language to help not get bribed to immigration and know National song. my advice.

[@ArchitectRussell]

Yes exactly asante

[@princessprincess7708]

How is learning National song removes bribes😂 Even the fluent speakers are getting same treatment because they appear wealthy or able to pay.

[@hermanmassawe1907]

Yeah! But for the Tanzania Architects! This professional is a nightmare!

[@aleksandrawilczek4370]

Are you looking for a coworker to join and help?

[@Safaricom_]

I like the T shirt

[@ArchitectRussell]

U can buy here 😅 architect-russell-shop.fourthwall.com

[@AW4WAL]

Interesting choice of wording for a shirt, consideringwhere you are: Everyone could see that but, somehow in your mind you must have chuckled to yourself by the thought you could subtly exhibit this but, it wasn't subtle. I have no doubt you know what you're doing and the messages you want to send but, don't be shy, come out and say it and maybe you'll run into a group of smart Tanzanian one day.

[@josephbrown1573]

How does a Westerner get a job paying a high Western salary in Tanzania, when the Tanzanians graduates cannot get jobs? It seems there are two salary scales .One for Westerners paying in dollars /pounds and one for Tanzanians that is much much lower !

[@doricemichelle3614]

As a Tanzanian,yes it's true 😔

[@princessprincess7708]

Valued foreign expertise. Am guessing.

[@5facts60]

Kwa graduate wapi wengi ni incompetent na hawana ubunifu

[@brayo001]

As a foreigner you have to pay him like he is paid in his country it's about their GDP and salary scale or more... that's what happens..

[@BS-kl9yf]

​@@5facts60 Kweli babisa

[@mennabababah76]

How much is the salary im a road works engineer looking a job there can u help ?

[@aviationwonders7575]

I knew you will be mention about police pretending to arrest you. All they need is money 😂

[@alfinmbilinyi5985]

Yeah but most streets in dar suburbs have bad mud roads with no lights at specially ilala areas like segerea, banguro,ulongoni, kifuru, tabata lag behind.we call ilala dar city but is shame to see the city has no money to have turmac roads.

[@ArchitectRussell]

It’s getting better ..

[@beatricerweyemamu5540]

What are you even talking about...?? Have you been in DAR recently...there is massive infrastructure...lots of road construction everywhere...

[@shinipapaya846]

Vipi ndugu au ndio wale mashoga ya kulandalanda mitaani 😂😂😂

[@beatricerweyemamu5540]

@@shinipapaya846 ...Ana bore sanaaa Ana kiburi cha kejeri za watu weupe... Anaonyesha mambo ya ajabu ajabu...story za ajabu ajabu...maeneo hata sisi tunaoishi hapa hatuyajui...yeye mgeni huko vichochoroni anafikaje... Shida ni wale wazungu choka mbaya wakija hapa wanajifanya wajanja kisa rangi za ngozi zao... Huoni anavyoshangaaa kuwa na wasaidizi wa ndani hajawahi ona.. Nyumba ya vyumba 3 ni ajaabu Anashangaaa kila kitu ambacho hajawahi kuwa nacho kinapatikana hapa na bado wanatuona masiki ...sijui tafsiri yao nini..?? Alichanganyikiwa alivyoombiwa haji tena Tz anapangiwa kazi huko huko kwao ...akalia kaisha uza gari.. Ndicho alichokuwa nacho..akihama anauza gari hapa unamwachia tu mtu unasepa zako unaudited na nyingine.... Wanajitapa tu masikini tu wale hawana lolote... Hayo majengo yake yako pale Morocco...

[@beatricerweyemamu5540]

@Architect Russell instead of focusing on unpleasant pieces..why don't you display the city glories...show the signature landmark...attractive places..instead of showing backyard pile ups...you are no less that the western mainstream media...focusing on negative aspects... Mosquitoes...where do you even see Mosquitoes..?? Do you live in squatters..if you can fumigate your residency..where can you see Mosquitoes..malaria is long forgotten...we don't have those issues anymore... And when you speak about hospitals in DAR... SHOW REAL HOSPITALS and make your disclosure how you didn't afford them and they have everything...don't down play us.. Show them the hotels...but tell them you can't afford them...tell the truth...show them the new airport...take some pictures and post them... Promote our beautiful land instead of shaming us... Never bite hands that feed you... And one advise... Don't lock your self in a suburb where you live...go out and explore...learn and get to see how people live...stop speaking of the city so narrowly... When you need help let us know...right..!! We can help you..that's our tradition norms and culture..we help people like you to settle in... Humble your self...and have some respect..

[@maombikonga]

😂Safi sana mzungu waambie wanao Dhani hapa ni Africa ni poli la manyani kumbe ni Asàli na maziwa slouch paradise 😂😂

[@princessprincess7708]

Bad manners. Getting into your car then force you to go to the ATM. That is crazy. They stopped you for no reason? Well money reasons. It is Amazing what people do once they have power given to them. No one is above the law. Jesus had powers and never abused it.

[@othumanomari1589]

❣️❣️🇹🇿🇹🇿💪💪

[@nemaulomi5599]

😂😂😂 you make laugh so much🤣 you run from the police 🚨. I did that once at palm beach 😢😢 and hide myself in Upanga.

[@bumblebee4280]

😄 What did they want from you?

[@princessprincess7708]

Clean beaches in Zanzibar because " foreigners owns those hotels. Unclean ones I suppose no foreigners near by. 😂

[@beatricerweyemamu5540]

Some respect 🙏

[@shinipapaya846]

Acha ujinga wewe

[@eddyvillejracamosie5562]

😂😂😂 Tanzanian here living in UK 😂😂😂 welcome to Dar es Salaam Bongoland, where money talks 😂😂

[@ArchitectRussell]

Too true

[@zonko0488]

Mzungu, how do we contact you?

[@ArchitectRussell]

Oh I’m everywhere just type Architect RUSSELL

[@princessprincess7708]

Can't believe he is wearing. Muzungu Tshirt. Lol

[@chai_r]

Do you interact with the locals outside of work or do you stick to just other expats?

[@ArchitectRussell]

Nowadays locals are my best friends

[@princessprincess7708]

He is not an Expat. Them" Black " America says they are "Expat" 😂

[@chai_r]

@@princessprincess7708 Expat is short for expatriate, its’s not a term used by just “Them “Black” Americans,” as you call them. Educate yourself. Also he is an expat because he is there on a work visa and not being paid in TZH. I asked the question respectively, not sure where or why you felt the need to condescend and be rude.

[@princessprincess7708]

@@chai_r stop crying it is not that deep

[@chai_r]

@@princessprincess7708 Never tears here for simple questions that get third parties in their feelings,love. You can move on from this comment and go dwell elsewhere on this comment section. Maisha mafupi mwee…

[@Wisdom581]

That work permit story 😢

[@BS-kl9yf]

Yeah Tanzania is horrible when it comes to work regulations. In the East African Community Tanzania has been hindering free movement of labor protocol.

[@Wisdom581]

@@BS-kl9yf I agree but didn't think they had these citizen enforcements because they might be construed problematic, xenophobic and/or racist.

[@BS-kl9yf]

@@Wisdom581 it happens a lot. That is why Tour Operators in Kenya cannot cross with their clients into Tanzania and vice versa. They reach the border, hand over their clients to Tanzanian Tour Operators then travel back to Nairobi in empty vehicles. This is very inconvenient for the tourists in the name of not having agreements on work permits. It shouldn't be happening at all.

[@shinipapaya846]

​@@BS-kl9yfjust mind your business your Chikenya is mzunguz country so kaeni na ujinga wenu wa kuwa obey hao mzunguz 😂😂

[@princessprincess7708]

Organised crime that. Grabbing you to a car, they were playing on their luck For some money. So embarrassing.

[@beatricerweyemamu5540]

What's wrong with you.... It doesn't happen only there... They a small thing...not your life... Would you prefer 2be killed in western cities or what??

[@princessprincess7708]

@@beatricerweyemamu5540 You must be A criminalll . The fact you are claiming the other in their countries have the worst . Then you see nothing wrong that same thing in My continent? . Who wants you in my continent. ? Leave my continent , you are not worthy of my continent. Straighten your manners or get out. Small thing to you .

[@abdulhk815]

Big house, you should found your Tanzanian wife now! hahah

[@shinipapaya846]

Jinga sana wewe ndio umeona la maana kwako hilo?

[@princessprincess7708]

@@shinipapaya846 speak English

[@ArchitectRussell]

Kind of looking !

[@kwameoluwasomi]

Yep😊... just lay low, keep to yourself, be generous to those around you, shoot off to Zanzibar when you can and life here will be 🤌