Tanzania's Independence Day marks the day when Tanganyika (now mainland Tanzania) gained independence from British colonial rule in 1961. It is a powerful symbol of freedom, unity, and the beginning of self-determination for the Tanzanian people.

When is Independence Day?

Independence Day is celebrated on December 9 every year.

The following is the list of Independence Day from 2020 to 2049.

The History of Independence Day?

Tanganyika was part of German East Africa in late 1800s to World War I, and in 1919, after Germany's defeat in WWI, the League of Nations mandated the territory to Britain, which ruled it as Tanganyika Territory.

In 1946, Tanganyika became a United Nations Trust Territory under British administration.

Julius Nyerere, a schoolteacher, formed the Tanganyika African National Union (TANU) in 1954. TANU led the independence movement and pushed for peaceful self-rule through civic organization and political activism.

From 1958 to 1960, elections were held, leading to increased African participation in government.

On December 9, 1961, Tanganyika gained full independence, with Julius Nyerere as Prime Minister.

Independence Day in Tanzania is a tribute to the end of colonialism, a reminder of national resilience, and a celebration of peaceful unity.