19 years later, Bishop Kilaini clarifies a contentious remark he made about former president Kikwete 

Former President Jakaya Kikwete (left) and retired Bishop Methodius Kilaini during his work visit in Kagera in 2013.  PHOTO | COURTESY

What you need to know:

  • He met Mr Kikwete in Zanzibar at a time when he was serving the Minister for Foreign Affairs and International Relations.
  • He reveals that it was on that day Mr Kikwete informed him about his intention to stand for the United Republic of Tanzania’s presidency.