Dar es Salaam, March 19 -- TANZANIA: THREE years ago, Samia Suluhu Hassan was sworn in as Tanzanias first female president, making history as the first woman to hold the top job in the East African country.

The 61-year-old, dressed in black suit and red headscarf, took the oath of office in Dar es Salaam before inspecting troops at a military parade and receiving a cannon salute.

“I, Samia Suluhu Hassan, promise to be honest and obey and protect the constitution of Tanzania,” she said as she took the highest oath of office in mourning following the death of President John Magufuli.

“This is the time to stand together and get connected. Its time to bury our differences, show love to one another and look forward with co...