By Lake Zone Watch Writer
Deputy Prime Minister, Dr Doto Biteko, today led the University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM) community in a marathon race — UDSM Marathon — aimed at improving the students’ learning environment.
Prominent persons who partcipated in the event include the former Fourth Phase Government president, Dr Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete.
Dr Kikwete, who retired in 2015 after completing his two five-year terms, is the current UDSM Chancellor.
Other notable participants also included UDSM Vice-Chancellor, Prof William Anangisye.
UDSM, a former constituent of the University of East Africa, came into being in 1970 when it was inaugurated by Father of the Nation, Mwalimu Julius Nyerere.