Sifael Shuma
Sifael Shuma (1925-2025) was a prominent Tanzanian educator and one of the last surviving participants of the historic soil mixing ceremony on April 26, 1964, symbolizing the union of Tanganyika and Zanzibar. As a dedicated teacher and principal, he served at Machame Secondary School for over three decades, inspiring generations of students in mathematics and English. His passing marked the end of an era for the four youths who participated in the ceremony, and he was remembered for his love of music and family.
Born on Apr 26, 1933 (91 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Tanzania | 4 | 7.25 | 0.27% | +10% | 59,734,213 | 176,990 | $63,000 | 187$ |
| Totals | 4 | 59,734,213 | 176,990 | $63,000 | 187$ |
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Tanzania:
Sifael Shuma was one of the four youths who participated in the soil mixing event that symbolized the union of Tanganyika and Zanzibar.
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Tanzania:
Sifael Shuma was one of the four youths who participated in the event of mixing soil from Tanganyika and Zanzibar.
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Tanzania:
Sifael Shuma was one of the four youths who participated in the mixing of soil during the Union of Tanganyika and Zanzibar in 1964.
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Tanzania:
Sifael Shuma was one of the last surviving participants in the historic event of the unification of Tanganyika and Zanzibar.
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