Over 300 people gathered at Muhimbili National Hospital in Tanzania to pay tribute to Chinese doctor Zhang Junqiao, who died rescuing a drowning woman on June 15.

Zhang, 38, came from east China's Shandong Province and had been stationed at Tanzania’s Muhimbili National Hospital, the country's top referral facility, since early 2024.

As a senior anesthesiologist, he quickly adapted to the pressing needs of the hospital, introduced advanced techniques and led lectures and hands-on mentorships.

During Zhang's time in Tanzania he continued to promote health education, extending the initiative to Chinese companies operating locally.