Julius Mwahimu Nyerere of Tanzania was exemplary leader from Africa, worthy of emulation by all and sundry. He was one of the few detribalized, sincere, and godly leaders, African continent has ever produced.
He had a humble beginning. He was born in 1922, and went through missionary school. Later in life, he became a school teacher. Nyerere had a Christian upbringing: of the Catholic denomination. His Christian life as a political leader was unique. Julius achieved a lot for the well being of his countrymen in particular; and mankind in general.
This son of Africa was first made President of Tanganyika. Years later, after the amalgamation of Tanganyika and Zanzibar, to be Tanzania, he became President of Tanzania. He gave equal opportunities to Moslems and Christians in the country, in matters of employment; participation in national or political affairs.
As well, he preached religious tolerance in his country. This accounts for peace and tranquility in Tanzania, unlike in many African countries: where religious and tribal conflicts, civil wars, were order of the day. He wasn’t a tribal leader.
During his lifetime, he strongly admonished religious leaders to live exemplary lives; preach true repentance to their members. For everyone will give account of his life and stewardship to God. He adjoined rich nations in the United Nations to be sincere in helping poor countries to fight hunger and starvation. They should help the down trodden masses. He also campaigned for cancellation of foreign debts, of poor countries. His consistent appeal yielded some results.
Evangelist Joseph U. Afurobi
He voluntarily relinquished power in 1985. Even in retirement, he was appointed peacemaker to some troubled countries: like : Burundi and Congo DR. He observed the main causes of civil conflicts were: corruption, greed for power, and tribalism.
Nyerere was well versed in his knowledge of the bible; a good witness of the faith, and a missionary. He translated some scriptures of the bible into Zanaki, his native language. He wrote poetry and spiritual songs inspired by the Gospel of Matthew, Mark, Luke, John, and Acts of the Apostle.
Mwahimu refused to accept titles. He wanted to be addressed simply as a teacher. He lived a simple lifestyle. Of course, he endeared himself to his people as down-to-earth man; very accessible and caring. Catholic Diocese of Musoma opened a cause for Nyerere’s beatification. Tanzania Catholic eagerly awaited the Vatican’s final decision on the canonization of Julius Nyerere.
He predicted his death, and promised to pray for the people of Tanzania. He said, “I know that I shall not recover from this sickness. I am not happy to leave my Tanzanians. I know that they will mourn very much. But I shall pray for them before God. Eventually, he died in 1999, and was buried in “God’s Graveyard.” His death was a sad moment for his successor, Benjamin Mkapa and his cabinet. Of course, the entire world felt his demise. He left behind legacy of: political unity, economic stability, and religious tolerance.
And the people mourned his departure from the world, like the mourning of the death of King Josiah of Judah– the righteous man. He served God and humanity. Nobody ever accused him of siphoning the country’s money abroad, unlike many dictators and looters in power. He had no foreign account.
He was never arrested or tried for corruption or misconduct.
I’m not sure where you’re getting your info, but great topic. I needs to spend some time learning much more or understanding more. Thanks for magnificent info I was looking for this info for my mission.
You can definitely see your enthusiasm within the work you write. The sector hopes for even more passionate writers like you who aren’t afraid to say how they believe. Always follow your heart.
I really appreciate this post. I have been looking everywhere for this! Thank goodness I found it on Bing. You have made my day! Thanks again
I have been exploring for a little bit for any high quality articles or blog posts on this sort of area . Exploring in Yahoo I eventually stumbled upon this site. Reading this info So i¡¦m glad to exhibit that I have a very just right uncanny feeling I discovered just what I needed. I so much without a doubt will make certain to don¡¦t put out of your mind this web site and give it a look on a relentless basis.
Hello! This post could not be written any better!
I’m forever thought about this, thanks for putting up.
Whats Happening i am new to this, I stumbled upon this I’ve found It positively useful and it has helped me out loads. I’m hoping to contribute & aid different customers like its helped me. Good job.
Definitely believe that which you said. Your favorite justification appeared to be on the net the easiest thing to be aware of. I say to you, I certainly get annoyed while people consider worries that they just don’t know about. You managed to hit the nail upon the top and defined out the whole thing without having side-effects , people could take a signal. Will likely be back to get more. Thanks
Thank you for the good writeup. It in fact was a amusement account it. Look advanced to more added agreeable from you! By the way, how can we communicate?
I simply couldn’t depart your site prior to suggesting that I actually enjoyed the standard info an individual provide to your visitors? Is going to be back continuously in order to check up on new posts
Hey, you used to write magnificent, but the last several posts have been kinda boring¡K I miss your super writings. Past several posts are just a little bit out of track! come on!
I think other web site proprietors should take this site as an model, very clean and excellent user genial style and design, let alone the content. You are an expert in this topic!
A person necessarily lend a hand to make significantly articles I would state. This is the very first time I frequented your website page and to this point? I amazed with the analysis you made to make this actual post incredible. Magnificent activity!
Well I really enjoyed reading it. This tip provided by you is very effective for accurate planning.
I¡¦ll immediately seize your rss as I can not to find your email subscription link or newsletter service. Do you’ve any? Please let me know so that I may subscribe. Thanks.
What i don’t realize is in fact how you’re no longer actually a lot more neatly-preferred than you might be now. You are so intelligent. You understand thus considerably in terms of this topic, made me for my part imagine it from a lot of varied angles. Its like men and women don’t seem to be fascinated except it¡¦s something to accomplish with Girl gaga! Your own stuffs nice. At all times care for it up!
you are actually a good webmaster. The web site loading speed is incredible. It seems that you’re doing any unique trick. Moreover, The contents are masterpiece. you’ve done a wonderful process in this topic!
Hi there! I just would like to offer you a huge thumbs up for the excellent information you’ve got right here on this post. I will be coming back to your blog for more soon.
Great post! We are linking to this particularly great content on our website. Keep up the great writing.
I was able to find good information from your blog articles.