Joseph Rwegasira | |
|---|---|
| Minister of Foreign Affairs | |
| In office 1993–1995 | |
| President | Ali Hassan Mwinyi |
| Preceded by | Ahmed Hassan Diria |
| Succeeded by | Jakaya Kikwete |
| Personal details | |
| Born | (1935-03-21)March 21, 1935 |
| Died | March 4, 2016(2016-03-04) (aged 80) Dar es Salaam, Tanzania |
Joseph Clemence Rwegasira (March 21, 1935 – March 4, 2016) was a Tanzanianpolitician anddiplomat. Rwegasira, a former member of theNational Assembly forNkenge Constituency, served asMinister of Foreign Affairs from 1993 to 1995.[1] He also held the government portfolios of Minister for Trade and Industry and Minister for Labour and Youth Development at various times during his political career.[1] He had also served as a Regional Commissioner forDar es Salaam at one time.[1]
Rwegasira had served as Tanzania's Ambassador to neighboringZambia.[1][2]
Rwegasira died atMuhimbili National Hospital (MNH) inDar es Salaam, Tanzania, on March 4, 2016, at the age of 80.[1][2] He was buried in his home village of Bugombe-Kanyigo,Misenyi District,Kagera Region, on March 8, 2016.[1]
