ARUSHA, June 30 -- A VETERAN Tanzanian environmentalist, Petro Paul Ahham whose work helped to shape environmental policy, community development and governance over more than three decades, has died in Arusha.

Ahhams death has prompted an outpouring of tributes from across Tanzania and the region, with colleagues, public officials and development experts remembering him as a principled leader whose influence extended from grassroots communities to continental policy forums.

As Director of the Multi-Environmental Society (MESO) and Coordinator of the Arusha NGO Network (ANGONET), the late Ahham became a leading advocate for sustainable development, environmental protection and citizen participation.

“He was a rare blend of intelle...