DAR ES SALAAM, Jan. 8 -- TANZANIAS heroes -Taifa Stars, are due to arrive home today from Morocco following a memorable and successful outing at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), travelling aboard Governments Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner.

The aircraft was availed by President Samia Suluhu Hassan earlier this week as part of the continued strong backing of the Sixth Phase Government has extended to the sports sector and, in particular, to the national team, whose AFCON campaign captured the imagination of the nation.

The special flight underlines the governments broader commitment to sport that has included major investment in infrastructure. Among the key areas of support have been upgrades and construction works at sports venues, notably i...