Sokoine

Sokoine refers to a surname and can also be associated with places and institutions, most notably in Tanzania. The most prominent individual with this surname is Edward Moringe Sokoine, who served as the Prime Minister of Tanzania on two occasions, from 1977 to 1980 and again from 1983 until his death in 1984. He was a significant political figure in post-independence Tanzania, known for his commitment to national development and socialist principles.

The Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA) in Morogoro, Tanzania, is named in his honor. SUA is one of the leading agricultural universities in East Africa, contributing significantly to research, education, and extension services in agriculture and related fields. The university plays a crucial role in addressing food security and rural development challenges in Tanzania and beyond.

Beyond the university, the name Sokoine might appear in references to local communities or areas within Tanzania that have adopted the name in remembrance of Edward Moringe Sokoine's legacy. The surname itself is of Tanzanian origin.