Pepared in collaboration with Sokoine University of Agriculture, this book covers the late Prime Minister’s life journey from the Maasai community to serving various leadership roles including as Prime Minister of the United Republic of Tanzania. It expands the historical record of Tanzania and the wider continent.  

“Maisha Yangu, Kusudi Langu: Kumbukizi ya Rais wa Tanzania” presents the late Benjamin William Mkapa’s account in a language that is understood by majority of Tanzanians and some millions of people across the globe.

H.E. Ali Hassan Mwinyi’s “Mzee Rukhsa: Safari ya Maisha Yangu” recalls his formative years, his leadership journey through to his time as President of Zanzibar as well as the United Republic of Tanzania. The book offers a better understanding of Tanzania’s history and certain decisions he had made while in office.

H.E. Benjamin William Mkapa’s “My Life, My Purpose: A Tanzanian President Remembers” contains his personal life story from his childhood through his career in politics and public service. It offers a first-hand account of being head of state plus his post-retirement involvement in both domestic and international affairs.