PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan’s end-of-year 2024 gifts, marking the transition into 2025, have been officially handed over to orphans and children with special needs at the Light in Africa Centre, located in Mirerani, Simanjiro District, Manyara Region.

The Simanjiro District Office presented the gifts on behalf of Manyara Regional Commissioner Queen Sendiga.

Acting Simanjiro District Administrative Secretary (DAS), Tumaini Sebastian, accompanied by Mirerani Township Executive Officer (TEO), Isack Mgaya announced   during the gift presentation ceremony at the centre.

The gifts  included 100 kilograms of rice, 25 kilograms of sugar, 25 kilograms of wheat flour, 20 liters of cooking oil, and two goats, donated by President Samia.

“We extend our gratitude to President Samia for her kindness and care towards the orphans and special needy children at this centre in Mirerani. The  holiday gifts are a testament to her compassion,” he said.

He also called on individuals, organisations, and institutions to support those in need by providing food and other essential items.

One of the centre’s caregivers, Mariam Mbwambo, expressed heartfelt thanks during the ceremony, praising the President’s generosity.

“We deeply appreciate these gifts and pray that God grants our beloved mother and President, Samia Suluhu Hassan, good health and  blessings,” Mbwambo said.