Je, Jakaya Kikwete ni Nabii asiyeheshimika nyumbani kwake? Africa Sun Times la US lamtambua kama Rais bora Afrika 2015
Dar es Salaam — Tanzania's former President Jakaya Kikwete has been declared African Statesman for 2015 by The African Sun Times, the largest newspaper in the US that publishes stories about Africa. The newspaper said in its January 7 edition that Kikwete served his country for 10 years of two terms and participated actively in the selection of his successor President John Magufuli. His participation in the electoral process continued the tradition of democratic governance in Tanzania, in contrast to some of the neighbouring countries where presidents have abrogated the constitution to further their political ambitions, said The African Sun Times. "President Kikwete has received so many honours for excellence and so many honorary doctorates by many universities," said the newspaper, adding: "Africa would continue to need him for the peace negotiations he achieved not only during his presidency, but as well as when he was Tanzania's for