East African Business Council (EABC) has described the late President John Pombe Magufuli as patriotic, intellectual pan-Africa leader.
In a statement sent to newsrooms, the council’s said it Convey deepest condolences and sympathy to the family, citizens and the Government of the United Republic of Tanzania for the loss of H.E. Dr. John Pombe Joseph Magufuli, President of the United Republic of Tanzania and Member of the Summit of the EAC Heads of State.
“H.E. Magufuli pioneered the vision of Tanzania ya Viwanda, Standard Gauge Railway, revived Air Tanzania, Julius Nyerere Hydropower among other landmark achievements, that have delivered prosperity to the citizens of the United Republic of Tanzania and the EAC region.”
The Council said Magufuli’s exemplary stewardship led to economic growth elevating the United Republic of Tanzania to middle-income status.
In his tenure as the Chair of the Summit of EAC Heads of State, President Magufuli launched and endorsed the East African Businesses Code of Conduct, calling for joint efforts in the fight against corruption in the EAC region.
President Magufuli was at the forefront of promoting the socio-economic role of the private sector, an avid advocate for industrialization, infrastructure development and revitalization of the energy sector in the EAC.
Magufuli bolstered regional local content and value chains,
“H.E. Dr. Magufuli remains strong in our hearts and it is our duty to follow his great vision of unity, peace and industrialization for the economic growth and prosperity of our beloved East African Community.” said the Council.
East African Business Council said it stands in solidarity with the people and Government of the United Republic of Tanzania during this difficult time.
