Godfrey Mgimwa | |
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Member of Parliament for Kalenga | |
Assumed office 6 May 2014 | |
Succeeded by | William Mgimwa |
Majority | 22,962 (79.27%) |
Personal details | |
Born | 24 August 1981 |
Nationality | Tanzanian |
Political party | CCM |
Spouse | Robby |
Parent | William Mgimwa |
Alma mater | London Met (B.Bus) |
Profession | Banker |
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