Wimbo wa Jumuiya Afrika Mashariki
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| English: East African Community anthem | |
|---|---|
National anthem of  EAC | |
| Also known as | "Jumuiya Yetu" (English: "Our Community") |
| Lyrics | Collectively |
| Music | John Mugango, 2010 |
| Adopted | 2010 |
"Wimbo wa Jumuiya ya Afrika Mashariki" or "Jumuiya Yetu" (English: "East African Community anthem") is the national anthem of the East African Community.[1][2] It is a Swahili language hymn.
Etymology[edit]
The word Jumuiya in Swahili means community and its title therefore translates as "East African Community anthem".
History[edit]
"Wimbo wa Jumuiya ya Afrika Mashariki" was composed by John Mugango in 2010[3]
References[edit]
- ^ Otto, Alex (October 9, 2018). "East African Community Anthem a Hurdle for Ugandans". Uganda Radio Network. Retrieved 2020-11-09.
- ^ Kilonzo, Eunice (July 28, 2016). "Public Institutions to Hoist EAC Flag, Sing Anthem". Daily Nation.
- ^ Diaspora, Messenger. "EAST AFRICAN ANTHEM TO BE SANG IN KENYAN SCHOOLS", Diaspora Messenger, Nairobi, 20 March 2020. Retrieved on 21 March 2020.