Simbu receives hero’s welcome after World Athletics victory

National Sport Council (NSC) Neema Msittha (first right) is seen alongside Tanzanian’s star Athlete Alphonse Simbu ( holding bouquet of flower) upon his arrival at Julius Nyerere International Airport ( JNIA terminal 3) from Tokyo Japan where he made history as the first Tanzanian to win in a gold medal in the marathon at world championships.PHOTO/COURTESY


By  Majuto Omary

Sports Reporter

Mwananchi Communications Ltd

What you need to know:

  • He received a heroic welcome at Julius Nyerere International Airport (JNIA Terminal 3), where officials, led by National Sports Council (NSC) secretary general Neema Msitha, Tanzania People’s Defence Forces (TPDF) officers, and athletics stakeholders, joined the celebration

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