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About Julius Nyerere
Julius Kambarage Nyerere who earned nicknames such as Mwalimu, which means Teacher, by his countrymen was a prominent politician, political thinker, and anti-colonial activist. He earned a reputation as one of Africa's greatest independence heroes to ever cede power voluntarily.
What is Julius Nyerere best known for?
He was Tanzania's first president, a statesman and political philosopher whose well-reasoned and well-presented strategies for Tanzania's growth earned him the title of Africa's most innovative thinker.
Nyerere’s great works also fetched him a reputation as one of Africa's most inventive politicians. One of such great works includes establishing free education, resulting in a significant increase in the country's literacy rate. He also enhanced the country’s health care system, beneficiary for the common citizen.
He also established a feeling of national pride among Tanzania's varied tribes, preventing the country from experiencing the violent tribal wars that plagued so many other African countries.
Julius Nyerere’s parents, spouse and children
He married Maria Nyerere from 1953 until his death in 1999.
He had eight children among them are Makongoro Nyerere, Madaraka Nyerere, John Nyerere, and Anna Nyerere.
He was born to Mgaya Wanyang'ombe and Nyerere Burito.
Alma mater
- The Makerere University
- University of Edinburgh
Achievements
Nyerere received the following accolades:
- Lenin Peace Prize
- Gandhi Peace Prize
- Joliot-Curie Medal
- Jawaharlal Nehru Award for International Understanding
Trivia
He was the driving force behind the establishment of the Organization of African Unity.
He also founded ujamaa, an African socialist concept that transformed Tanzania's agricultural economy.
Death
He died from a complication of leukemia.
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F.A.Q. about Julius Nyerere
When is his birthday?
Julius Nyerere's birthday is on April 13, 1922.
In how many days is his birthday?
Julius' birthday is in 352 days
How old was Julius when he died?
He was 77 years old.
When did he die?
He died in October 14, 1999.
How old would he be today?
Julius Nyerere would be 102 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Julius from?
He was born in Tanganyika.