Tanzania's Independence Day: July 7 (Saba Saba)

Saba Saba (July 7) is Tanzania's national day—"Day" in the question refers to this holiday.

• 1961: Tanganyika gains independence from Britain (Julius Nyerere, PM).
• 1963: Zanzibar revolution; independence from Britain.
• 1964: Tanganyika + Zanzibar unite → United Republic of Tanzania.

Celebrations: Official ceremonies (Dar es Salaam, Dodoma), presidential address, military parade, cultural performances, community feasts, reflection on national progress/challenges. "Saba Saba" = "Seven Seven" in Swahili.

Not to be confused with Union Day (April 26) (1964 union) or Republic Day (Dec 9) (1962 republic).