Samia attends Mass to commemorate Nyerere Day

By Mary Kadoke , The Guardian

Published at 12:10 PM Oct 14 2024

Photo: State House

President Samia Suluhu Hassan, (centre) has today attended Mass at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Parish-Nyakahoja in Mwanza Region as she joins Tanzanians in commemorating the 25th anniversary of the Father of the Nation Mwalimu Julius Nyerere’s death.

PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan, has today Monday 14, 2024 attended Holy Mass at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Parish-Nyakahoja in Mwanza Region as she joins Tanzanians in commemorating the 25th anniversary of the Father of the Nation Mwalimu Julius Kambarage Nyerere’s death.

The event goes along with the President visiting Youth Week exhibitions at Furahisha Grounds, oversee the climax of Uhuru Torch Race and launch the book ‘The Philosophy of Uhuru Torch’ authored by Job Lusinde and edited by Dr Bashiru Ally.

The climax of the Uhuru Torch Race will feature a children’s parade, musical and cultural performances, recitals and speeches addressed to the nation.

President Samia Suluhu Hassan, together with various leaders and attended Holy Mass at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Parish-Nyakahoja in Mwanza Region as she joins Tanzanians in commemorating the 25th anniversary of the Father of the Nation Mwalimu Julius Kambarage Nyerere’s death.

Moreover, the President will present certificates, awards and various prizes for the 2024 Uhuru Torch Race competitions. She will conclude the event by receiving a report from leader of the 2024 National Uhuru Torch Race and award certificates to winners.

Mwalimu Nyerere was Tanzania's first President from 1961 until 185 and passed away on October 14, 1999 after leading the country for 24 years.