Mount Kilimanjaro International Convention Centre

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Mount Kilimanjaro International Convention Centre
– Under Planning –
Address Njiro Road, Themi Hills
Location Arusha, Tanzania
Coordinates 3°23′17″S36°42′17″E / 3.38806°S 36.70472°E / -3.38806; 36.70472
Owner AICC
Construction cost
US$ 248 million
Theatre seating
2,500 [1]
Enclosed space
  Total space 21 acres (8.5 ha) [2]

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References

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  2. "AICC braces to change Arusha's façade". The Arusha Times. Nov 5–11, 2011. Retrieved 15 November 2013.
  3. "AICC plans modern convention centre". Daily News (Tanzania) . 15 November 2013. Retrieved 15 November 2013.
  4. PHILEMON, LUSEKELO (16 October 2011). "AICC in massive project dwarfing current facilities". IPP Media . Retrieved 15 November 2013.