ZANZIBAR President Amani Abeid Karume and his wife have been awarded 'shields' in recognition of their contributions to development which include good leadership, peace and political reconciliation.
The first golden award dubbed shield of peace was presented to Mr Karume by retired president Ali Hassan Mwinyi, while former first lady Siti Mwinyi awarded First Lady Shadya Karume, at a colourful function held at the State House.
"This is just a small award from Zanzibaris in recognition for your memorable contributions to the islands. We will always remember you," said Mr Abdallah Mwinyi Khamis, the Urban-West Regional Commissioner.
The function was also attended by the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Mr Saidi Mwema and CUF Zanzibar presidential Candidate, Mr Seif Sharif Hamad.
Mr Karume thanked Zanzibaris for the award, saying "If I were asked about spending the 65.2m/- I would suggest a larger amount to be given to the orphans. But since you have already bought the awards, I thank you very much."
He said the building of a peaceful Zanzibar involved many other people.
Both Mr Mwema and Mr Hamad were given certificates of appreciation for their financial contribution to the Zanzibar president's award.
Others who received certificates of appreciation include Mr Saleh Feruz (CCM deputy Secretary General-Zanzibar) and the CCM Zanzibar Presidential candidate, Dr Ali Mohamed Shein who was however, absent at the function.
Ministries, institutions and prominent business people on the islands, including Mohamed Raza, Salum Turkey and ministers; Haroun Ali Suleiman and Mahmoud Thabit Kombo appeared on the list of people who contributed about 65.2m/- spent on the golden awards.
The Speaker of the House, Mr Pandu Ameir Kificho, also praised Karume for a job well done in maintaining peace and stability, developing infrastructure and social services.
He appealed for the next government to follow Karume's administration footsteps.
According to Dr Omar Shrjak, the Principal Secretary in the Ministry of Information, Culture and Sports, the wards were made by a local artist named Mohamed Hassan who runs a jewelry shop. Some 3.1m/- was given to the orphans.
"The people recognize your contribution and that of First Lady Shadya Karume, who has worked hard to improve health services and youth development," he said.
Verses from the Koran cited by Sheikh Fadhili Soraga from Mufti's Office, poems, music from nursery school children and special taarab from Culture Musical club, cloured the function also attended by members of the Diplomatic corps
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