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Samoa preparing for Commonwealth Heads of Government meeting
Next week, Samoa will host the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM 2024) with 56 countries in attendance. Preparations for this significant event have been underway for four years, involving local businesses stockpiling supplies and villages decorating each participating nation’s colours.
The meeting follows Samoa’s White Sunday holiday, known as Lotu Tamaiti, which celebrates family with singing, dancing, and feasting. On Manono Island, children performed at the Methodist church for this important occasion, which is the second-largest public holiday in Samoa after Christmas.
The town centre of Apia was bustling with shoppers preparing for the holiday, with many seeking new outfits for their children. Local businesses, like Tanoa clothing store, have been busy stocking up and reported a customer surge in the lead-up to Lotu Tamaiti and CHOGM. As the event approaches, each village in Samoa is adopting a Commonwealth country, decorating their streets to welcome the world leaders arriving next week.
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Mwalimu Nyerere Day: Tanzania
Mwalimu Nyerere Day, honours Julius Nyerere, the founding father and first president of Tanzania. Nyerere was instrumental in securing the country’s independence and shaping its post-independence policies. Known affectionately as “Mwalimu,” which means “teacher” in Swahili, he is celebrated for his visionary approach to socialism, self-reliance, and dedication to education and unity among Tanzania’s diverse ethnic groups.
This significant day serves as a time for reflection on Nyerere’s enduring contributions to Tanzania, particularly his impactful policies in education, health, and agriculture. Mwalimu Nyerere Day also encourages meaningful discussions about his legacy and its relevance to Tanzania’s development. Celebrations include various events such as ceremonies, speeches, and community gatherings, all emphasising Nyerere’s ideals and their importance in contemporary Tanzania.
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