#TANZANIA: PROF. SARUNGI, RENOWNED TANZANIAN SURGEON AND POLITICIAN, TO BE BURIED TODAY IN DAR ES SALAAM
Professor Philemon Mikol Sarungi, a renowned Tanzanian surgeon, medical educator, and former cabinet minister, is set to be buried today.
Prof. Sarungi passed away on March 5, 2025, at the age of 88.
Funeral arrangements have been made at the family home in Oysterbay, Dar es Salaam.
Prof. Sarungi will be remembered for his significant contributions to Tanzania's healthcare, education, and governance.
As a renowned surgeon and medical educator, he played a key role in improving the country's healthcare sector.
He served as the Director-General of Muhimbili Medical Center from 1984 to 1990, where he made substantial improvements to the institution.
In addition to his medical achievements, Professor Sarungi held various ministerial positions, including Minister of Health, Minister of Communications and Transport, Minister of Education and Culture, and Minister of Defense and National Service. His leadership and dedication to public service left a lasting impact on Tanzania's development.
Professor Sarungi's legacy will also be remembered for his commitment to education and his efforts to mentor and inspire future generations of medical professionals.
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