Kilimanjaro fire: Tanapa closes two mountain climbing routes

Author: theeastafrican.co.kePublished on: September 29, 2026Country: Tanzania
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Kilimanjaro fire: Tanapa closes two mountain climbing routes

The Kilimanjaro National Park has closed two climbing routes following a fire that destroyed 1,800 hectares of the mountain. The fire, now contained, caused significant damage, but no information about casualties has been provided. Park management has taken this measure to ensure climber safety and prevent further risks associated with the fire.

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