DAR ES SALAAM: PRIME Minister Dr Mwigulu Nchemba has called on religious leaders to continue collaborating with the government in promoting education on unity and peace, denouncing hatred, division and any actions that could undermine national cohesion.
Speaking on Wednesday during the Christmas service at the Azania Front Evangelical Lutheran Church in Dar es Salaam, Dr Nchemba emphasised that any conflict among citizens yields no winners, but rather losses for all and that national divisions ultimately harm the entire country.
“Any conflict involving one group against another has no winner. Division within the nation brings defeat to all,” he said.
The Prime Minister highlighted the benefits of peace, noting that it fosters economic development, strengthens societal wellbeing and enables every Tanzanian to actively participate in nation-building. He said the government continues to fulfil its duty to protect national peace and security while fostering a sense of patriotism among citizens, particularly the youth.
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“Tanzania has remained a symbol of unity, peace, solidarity and stability in our region and across Africa. This peace has been built on strong foundations of moral values, justice, respect, tolerance and patriotism,” Dr Nchemba said.
He further urged parents and guardians to work closely with educational and religious institutions to instil strong moral values in children and youth.
He stressed the importance of guiding young people to make the most of educational opportunities, technology and globalisation for both personal and national development.
During the service, Dr Nchemba also wished all Christians and Tanzanians a Merry Christmas, encouraging celebrations marked by peace, love and harmony and the preservation of national unity for the greater good of the country.
The Christmas message from both the Prime Minister and church leaders emphasised that peace, moral conduct and unity are critical for Tanzania’s continued stability and development, urging citizens to uphold these values in their daily lives.