“Even after retirement, Mzee Msuya remained a fountain of wisdom and a key point of reference on national development matters,” Dr Mpango said. From the family, Dr Joyce Msuya Mpanju, one of Msuya’s daughters, shared touching memories of their father’s humility and commitment to raising grounded children. As the nation bids farewell to the late Mzee Msuya, he is remembered not only as a statesman and patriot, but also as a father, mentor and pillar of Tanzanian history.