Translation of "occasion" into Swahili

For some of these people, it was a joyful occasion, and they eagerly set about reconstructing their lives.

Baadhi ya watu hao walifurahia jambo hilo, na walianza mara moja maisha mapya.

Another occasion arises after his discussion with people outside the house of a Pharisee.

Anapata fursa nyingine baada ya kuzungumza na watu waliokuwa nje ya nyumba ya Farisayo.