Home Villa Team
About the Owner
Hillary Ngowi is the owner of Home Villa Arusha. He is a native Tanzanian, born and raised in Babati a small village which is located three hours northwest of Arusha Town. When he was sixteen, he ran away to Arusha Town with a family promise of education there. But the promise fell through and Hillary was homeless, living in the streets of Arusha for one year. To get ahead, he washed car windshields in the town centre and was able to save enough money to go to driving school and get his driver’s license. When he was eighteen he began driving a taxi at night and attending school during the day. While in school he learned English and the skills to become a safari guide.
During COVID Hillary decided to put his energy into making the perfect guest house. He founded Home Villa Arusha. With money that he had saved working as a safari guide and driving a taxi, he purchased land and built the building that is now Home Villa Arusha. He has succeded in making a warm, welcoming space for visitors to Tanzania who will experience fellowship with staff and fellow travellers. The location, about 15 minutes from town gives visitors the experience of staying in a Tanzanian neighbourhood.
Cook/Housekeeper
Neema Oswady
Neema is the newest addition to the staff at Home Villa. She began working in June, 2023. Neema is responsible for the delicious food that you eat here at Home Villa. She also makes sure that all guest rooms are in perfect working order with clean sheets and fluffy pillows. Neema is quiet but if you talk to her you will see her beautiful smile! She is also available to wash your laundry for a small additional fee.
Manager
Michael Mtimbwa
Michael began working at Home Villa Arusha in January of 2023. He is a hard working young man who always has a smile on his face. Michael is currently studying English in town. When he is not studying, he is Hillary’s second in command. You will notice Michael because he is always smiling and cheerful as he keeps everything running smoothly at Home Villa Arusha.