Deo Mwapinga
Dr. Deo Mwapinga is a Tanzanian politician and diplomat recently appointed as the Secretary General of the Forum of Parliaments of the Member States of the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region (FP-ICGLR). His appointment, which received unanimous support from the Speakers of National Parliaments of member states, reflects Tanzania's growing role in regional diplomacy and commitment to peace, stability, and democratic governance. In his new role, Dr. Mwapinga aims to enhance inter-parliamentary collaboration and dialogue among member states, overseeing the Forum's programs from its headquarters in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo.
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Dr Deo Mwapinga has urged global parliamentary leaders to renew their commitment to humanitarian principles, solidarity and inclusive leadership amid global crises.
FP-ICGLR calls for renewed global commitment to humanitarian principles
Tanzania· 2025-10-23Dr Mwapinga described a new partnership with Oxfam in Africa as a turning point for addressing the region’s longstanding challenges.
Mwapinga hails FP-ICGLR, Oxfam deal as milestone for Great Lakes RegionTanzania· 2025-09-25
Dr Deo Mwapinga held high-level consultations with the Republic of Congo’s parliamentary leaders, underscoring Tanzania’s commitment to regional diplomacy.
Tanzania’s Ambassador Mwapinga strengthens parliamentary diplomacy in BrazzavilleTanzania· 2025-09-07
Dr Deo Mwapinga has been appointed the Forum of Parliaments of the Member States of the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region secretary general.
Tanzanian appointed regional parliamentary forum Secretary GeneralTanzania· 2025-04-25
