About Julius Nyerere
Julius Nyerere was a Tanzanian revolutionary and statesman who served as the first President of Tanzania from 1964 until 1985. A key figure in the country's independence from British colonial rule, Nyerere was known for his advocacy of African socialism and his policy of Ujamaa, which aimed to promote collective agriculture and self-reliance. His leadership emphasized education and national unity, earning him both admiration and criticism throughout his political career.