Tanzania President John Pombe Magufuli on Saturday surprised many when he appointed Jokate Mwegelo the new District Commissioner of Kisarawe District.
Prior to her appointment, the model was the Youth League leader of President Magufuli’s ruling party Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) but was popular for dating renowned bongo artistes Ali Kiba and Diamond.
At some point, many suspected she would be the one Ali Kiba would walk down the aisle with but this was not the case.
Her political career has however been far more successful and she could not hide her joy after the surprise appointment.
Jokate took to social media to encourage her followers not to give up and divulged some details of her past.
“Trust God for his mercies endure forever and He will never forsake those who trust in him.
“Late last year I was really low and thought of taking away my own life. I had lost all hope and I was not sure of my political path.
"One day after our party meeting a lady approached me and hugged me so tightly.
“She was in the company of her friend and they really encouraged me saying I had played a crucial role in their political careers. This really lifted me.
“You might be going through a tough period in your life but do not despair. Smile for there are people who look up to you for encouragement,” she wrote.
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