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Archbishop of Canterbury Meets with President Jakaya Kikwete of Tanzania

February 17, 2007

In mid-afternoon (16th February), the Archbishop of Canterbury made a courtesy call on President Jakaya Kikwete of Tanzania and paid tribute to the progress the country has made in recent years. The Rev. Jonathan Jennings, Williams' press officer, quoted him as saying that "Tanzania has been a symbol of hope and stands for what can be achieved through democratic development."

Archbishop Williams was joined for the presidential meeting by Archbishop Donald Mtetemela of Tanzania, Bishop Alexander John Malik of Lahore, and Bishop Valentino Mokiwa of Dar es Salaam.

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The Archbishop of Canterbury and Archbishop Donald Mtetemela greet the President of Tanzaina Jakaya Kikwete. Photo Credit: Lambeth Palace

The Archbishop of Canterbury with Tanzanian church leaders and the President of Tanzania Jakaya Kikwete today at the State House. Photo Credit: Lambeth Palace

 

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Last Updated February 17, 2007