Tanzania launches exhibition to honour founders of TAZARA

DAR ES SALAAM: THE Minister for Natural Resources and Tourism, Dr Ashatu Kijaji, has launched a special exhibition on the History of the Tanzania–Zambia Railway (TAZARA) at the National Museum and House of Culture in Dar es Salaam, aimed at educating current and future generations about the visionary leadership of Tanzania’s founding fathers.

Speaking during the launch of the two-month exhibition, Dr. Kijaji said the showcase serves as a living classroom for generations to learn about its contribution to development and the region’s economic liberation.

She noted that TAZARA, constructed in 1970 through cooperation with the Government of China, stands as an important symbol of solidarity between Africa and China and remains one of the most successful infrastructure projects for transporting people and goods between Tanzania, Zambia, and China.

“These are the fruits of our founders, whose legacy we have inherited. We are now preserving and advancing it under the custodian of our heritage, the President of the United Republic of Tanzania, Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan,” said Dr. Kijaji.

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The Minister also urged citizens to turn out in large numbers to visit the exhibition, saying doing so is part of honoring national heritage and strengthening peace, dignity, and national unity for the broader benefit of Tanzanians.

The launch was also attended by the Chinese Ambassador to Tanzania, Chen Mingjian, various diplomats, the Director General of the National Museum, Dr. Noel Lwoga, along with leaders and citizens. The exhibition includes historical drawings, publications, and collections, and is complemented by traditional dance performances.