This week, Saim travels to EasternAfrica on the shores of the Indian Ocean to visit the country ofTanzania. Historically an under developed nation, Saim is happy tonote that the country has been enjoying economic advancement inrecent years, with the addition of sky scrapers in the city of Dar EsSalaam and an increased activity in the city’s busy ports. A hugeexporter of fruit, he takes us to the largest market in Dar Es Salaamwhere passion fruit, pineapple, bananas, jack fruit, papaya andwatermelon are in abundance. Also assisting in the country’seconomic growth is the sale of tanzanite, a beautiful blue stone thatis only found in Tanzania. During a visit to a local jeweler, helearns why the stones come with such high price tags. Don’t missthis week’s exciting journey to Tanzania!
