Tanzania, July 17 -- Dar es Salaam. The late President Benjamin Mkapa's belief in building strong institutions rather than relying on individuals continues to shape Tanzania's governance and development agenda, Vice-President Emmanuel Nchimbi said on Thursday July 15, 2026.

Speaking on behalf of President Samia Suluhu Hassan during the Benjamin William Mkapa Foundation's (BMF) 20th anniversary celebrations and the Mkapa Legacy Summit in Dar es Salaam, Dr Nchimbi said the former president's vision enabled institutions established during his tenure to remain effective long after he left office.

"Many of the institutions established during President Mkapa's leadership continue to perform effectively today. The Benjamin William Mkapa Founda...