Ambassadors representing different countries in Tanzania have today, June 19, 2026 travelled to Dodoma using Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) ready to participate in the Grand Bunge Bonanza.
The multi-sports bonanza is scheduled tomorrow, June 20, 2026 at Jamhuri Stadium in Dodoma bringing together government officials, Members of Parliament, ambassadors and various sports stakeholders.
According to the information posted on the official Instagram page of the Ministry for Information, Culture, Arts and Sports (MICAS), the bonanza is an important platform to foster unity, cooperation and enhance diplomatic ties through sports.
Also, the information further says the event is to be used as a means to prepare and promote awareness of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) finals which Tanzania will host alongside Kenya and Uganda.
"Some of the ambassadors who have made the trip are from Angola, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, South Africa, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Ethiopia, Burundi, Rwanda and Comoros.
"Participation of ambassadors clearly shows that sports is an important ingredient to unify nations, bolster diplomatic relations and establish strong between Tanzania and the African community," reads the information.
