Africa-Press – Tanzania. DODOMA: ZANZIBAR President, Dr Hussein Mwinyi said the nation should make maximum use of former Prime Minister and First Vice-President, Mr John Malecela’s vast experience in politics, leadership and diplomacy to foster further development.
He gave the accolades here on Sunday while gracing the 90th birthday of Mr Malecela, saying his vast experience, wisdom and leadership in a number of avenues must be used in socio-economic aspects.
“We pray that the Almighty God keeps you long, healthy and strong, so that we can keep on enjoying the wisdom and advice from you taking into an account your leadership excellence,” he pointed out.
President Mwinyi said the government values Mr Malecela’s contributions, especially in a number of leadership posts he held in the country, saying they will always cherish them and use them as lessons for best practice.
“You are a good example of the leadership qualities, efficiency and professionalism both as a public servant and a politician as an ambassador, Member of Parliament and minister in the United Republic of Tanzania,” he said.
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During the birthday, which was also attended by other former prime ministers including Cleopa Msuya and Frederick Sumaye, President Mwinyi said Mr Malecela, a specialist in diplomatic circles, must be used to achieve economic diplomacy and other bilateral relationships.
“John Malecela’s contributions to Tanzanian politics and diplomacy have been significant, and his service spans over several decades. His work as an ambassador, minister, and prime minister has left a lasting impact on the country’s development and governance,” he insisted.
Mr Malecela has served in a number of international areas as Tanzania’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Tanzania’s Ambassador to Ethiopia and the Organisation of African Unity (OAU) as well as Foreign Affairs minister during his term.
President Mwinyi said Mr Malecela’s efforts in the liberation struggles will always be remembered. In particular, he remembered how Mr Malecela was picked in the Commonwealth reconciliation team to facilitate South Africa’s ‘reunion’ after Nelson Mandela was released from prison.
In the political aspect, he said, the former prime minister’s contribution in the ruling party, Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) as a committed member is clear and thus trusted to be picked as the Mainland Vice Chairman.
Speaking during his 90th birthday ceremony, Mr Malecela thanked God for wishes received from all corners of the country and outside the borders. He insisted on the need for hard work, efficiency, patriotism and commitment to serve the nation diligently so as to attain the benchmark.
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