BUKOBA, Aug. 11 -- RELIGIOUS leaders and Tanzanians at large have been urged to safeguard and maintain the countrys peace and unity.

Kagera Regional Sheikh under the National Muslim Council (BAKWATA), Haruna Kichwabuta, said leaders of all faiths must promote tolerance, coexistence and reconciliation in their teachings.

He made the remarks during special prayers (Dua) held at Hamugembe Ward in Bukoba Municipal in memory of the late Hajjat Nuriat Kaboyo.

“Anything that does not unite people and pro- mote peace is not truthful. Leaders of all faiths must serve as role models for tolerance and coexistence,” he said.

Sheikh Kichwabuta stressed that faith leaders have a moral responsibility to unite Tanzanians through messages ...