David Msuguri

David Msuguri (born on 4 January 1923) is a Tanzanian soldier and retired military officer who served as the commander-in-chief of the Tanzania People's Defence Force.

Biography
David Msuguri was born on 4 January 1923. In 1938 he underwent bhakisero, a traditional rite of passage for Zanaki males involving the filing of the top incisors into triangular shapes.

Military Career
In 1942 Msugiri enlisted in the King's African Rifles, later serving with them in Madagascar. In 1980 he was appointed Chief of the Tanzania People's Defence Force. He held the post until 1988. He later retired to the area near the town of Butiama.