PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan is today scheduled to lead Tanzanians in celebrations to mark the climax of the 2024 National Uhuru Torch Race and launch of Uhuru Torch history book in Mwanza Region.

The event goes along with the commemoration of the 25th anniversary of the Father of the Nation Mwalimu Julius Kambarage Nyerere’s death.

Following an inspection of the event preparations yesterday, Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa expressed satisfaction with the arrangements.

“I am pleased with the preparations for these celebrations where our guest of honour will be President Samia Suluhu Hassan, who will guide us through the various activities planned for the day,” he said.

He instructed Minister of State in the Prime Minister’s Office (Labour, Youth, Empowerment and People with Disabilities) Ridhiwan Kikwete to collaborate closely with the organising committee to ensure all final arrangements were completed promptly.

Earlier, minister Kikwete provided an update on the event’s preparations, outlining a range of activities that would take place during the celebrations.

Kikwete noted that President Samia would lead a memorial service for the late Mwalimu Nyerere at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Parish at Nyakahoja, Mwanza, set to start at 7:00am.

Additionally, the President would visit 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.

“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,” Kikwete said.

The event will wrap up with President Samia handing over the National Flag and the Uhuru Torch to the Chief of Defence Forces, signifying the next phase of the torch’s journey to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro.