Deafening dilemma: Tanzania’s uphill struggle against noise pollution

An otologist from the Muhimbili National Hospital, Dr Saddam Issa, checks an ear of a patient at the hospital. PHOTO | SUNDAY GEORGE

DaresSalaam. Tanzania has robust regulations to control noise pollution, but their enforcement remains a challenge in cities and other urban places where concerns are mounting from both experts and residents over the potential impact.

Noise pollution is linked to stress, heart problems, mental health diseases and lack of sleep, among other effects, according to health experts.