Objectives of the JUKANYE International History Festival

• Preserve Africa’s Liberation History

• To educate future generations about the historical struggle for Africa’s independence.
• Promote Economic Development
• To encourage youth participation in key economic and technological sectors.
• Strengthen Peace and Justice
• To cultivate a spirit of peace as the foundation for sustainable development and human rights.
• Promote Kiswahili and African Culture
• To champion Kiswahili as a unifying African language and cultural heritage.
• Enhance Intersectoral Collaboration
• To build partnerships across tourism, arts, energy, heritage, and education.
• Inspire Patriotism and Hard Work
• To nurture responsible youth committed to national service and progress.
• Protect Natural Resources and the Environment
• To promote clean energy use and raise environmental conservation awareness.
• Empower Youth and Innovation
• To establish a fund that supports youth creativity and connects them to opportunities and financing.
• Digitize and Promote National Heritage Sites
• To modernize and preserve museums and historical monuments through digitization.
• Generate Income and Jobs
• To expand local and international markets while creating jobs, especially in tourism, transport, entertainment, and hospitality sectors.
• Advance the Vision of Mwalimu Nyerere
• To fulfill the vision of unity, development, and African cooperation across all sectors.

Key Events and Activities of the JUKANYE Festival 2026

• Historical Museum Exhibitions of African Liberation Leaders
• Showcasing the lives, philosophies, and contributions of key African liberation leaders such as Mwalimu Julius Kambarage Nyerere, Nelson Mandela, Kwame Nkrumah, and others.
• Traditional and Contemporary Music Performances from Across Africa
• Live performances by local and international music groups delivering messages of unity, patriotism, and African pride through traditional and modern sounds.
• Historical-Themed Theatrical Performances
• Engaging dramatizations of Africa’s liberation struggles that bring history to life through artistic expression and storytelling.
• Cultural Dress and Showcase of Participating Nations' Heritage
• A vibrant display of traditional clothing and customs, celebrating the cultural diversity and unity of Africa.
• Youth Forums and Historical Stakeholders’ Dialogues
• Interactive platforms for young people and experts to explore political and economic liberation, Pan-African development, and historical consciousness.
• Community Health Clinics
• Free health services will be provided to local communities as part of the festival’s commitment to social well-being and sustainable development.
• Historical Tours: Butiama, Tabora, Dar es Salaam, and Southern Regions
• Guided visits to significant historical sites that shaped Tanzania’s and Africa’s liberation movements.
• Tourism Excursions
• Exploration of major tourist attractions including Mount Kilimanjaro, Zanzibar Islands, National Parks, game reserves, forests, and museums.
• Promotion of Clean and Safe Household Cooking Energy
• Public awareness campaigns encouraging the use of eco-friendly and safe cooking energy solutions in homes and small businesses.
• Special Documentary Launch on Mwalimu Julius Nyerere
• Premiere of a dedicated documentary film celebrating the legacy and development vision of Tanzania’s founding father.
• “Let’s Speak Swahili” Language Classes for International Guests
• Opportunities for non-Swahili speakers to learn this important African language and promote cross-cultural communication across the continent.
• Presentation of Honorary Awards
• Honoring past and present leaders, musicians, and contributors whose work has advanced African unity, patriotism, peace, and environmental conservation through art, leadership, and activism.