Mwalimu Nyerere Day is observed annually in Tanzania. It commemorates the life and legacy of Julius Kambarage Nyerere, the founding father and first President of Tanzania, who passed away on October 14, 1999. The day is a national public holiday, dedicated to reflection and honoring national unity and self-reliance, principles that defined Nyerere's leadership.

When is Mwalimu Nyerere Day?

Mwalimu Nyerere Day is celebrated on October 14 every year.

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

The History of Mwalimu Nyerere Day?

Julius Nyerere was born on April 13, 1922 in Butiama, Mara Region, Tanganyika.

He led Tanganyika to independence from British colonial rule in 1961, and became the first Prime Minister (1961) and first President (1962) of Tanganyika.

He was the architect of the union between Tanganyika and Zanzibar in 1964, forming Tanzania, and then the president of Tanzania from 1964 to 1985.

He is known for his African socialism, focus on education and advocacy for pan-Africanism. He passed away on October 14, 1999, in London, UK at age 77.

In honor of his contributions, the government declared October 14 as "Mwalimu Nyerere Day", to be celebrated annually as a public holiday. The day serves to reflect on his values, including peace, unity, self-reliance, and moral leadership.