Tanzania Kicks Off Election Campaigns Without Main Opposition Party CHADEMA on the Ballot, What Does It Mean?
With CHADEMA out and ACT’s candidacy in dispute, CCM heads into the October 29th polls with limited opposition
Author: Joy Cheptoo
Who is Dr. Emmanuel Nchimbi, President Samia’s Running Mate?
Nchimbi is a seasoned politician with a long career in both government and diplomacy.
ACT-Wazalendo Locked Out of Tanzania Presidential Race as Campaigns Kick Off
CCM launched its campaigns at Tanganyika Packers grounds in Dar es Salaam, led by President Samia Suluhu Hassan and her running mate Emmanuel Nchimbi.
President Samia Cleared for October Polls as Court Reinstates CHADEMA Leaders
The High Court in Manyara has overturned the Registrar’s decision that had blocked CHADEMA’s state subsidy and refused to recognize its Secretary General and five Central Committee members. The ruling restores both the party’s leadership and funding, although CHADEMA is still barred from the presidential race.
Registrar Revokes Mpina’s Presidential Nomination, ACT Wazalendo to Challenge in Court
ACT Wazalendo has rejected the ruling, calling it interference in the election process. Party Secretary General Ado Shaibu said Mpina had already fulfilled all requirements, including picking nomination forms, securing sponsors and swearing before court.
Tana River Community Protest Alleged Grab of 10,000-Acre Ancestral Land
The residents also claimed the Kipini Wildlife Conservancy has been destroying homes and forcefully displacing families.
Asha-Rose Migiro Makes History as CCM’s First Female Secretary-General
Analysts say her experience on the world stage could help reposition CCM as it seeks to appeal not only to Tanzanian voters but also to the wider international community.
“There Is Life After Elections”- President Samia Urges Peaceful Campaigns Ahead of Tanzania 2025 Elections
“Let us make sure justice is done at every stage, because where there is justice, God’s blessings follow. Our message to INEC is this, stand firm and do justice to all,” President Samia said.
“No Reforms, No Election”- CHADEMA Zanzibar Rejects 2025 Election Code of Ethics
According to CHADEMA, elections cannot be free or fair without first carrying out Electoral Reforms to strengthen the Zanzibar Electoral Commission (ZEC) and restore public trust.
One Year Since the Maasai Protest in Ngorongoro
The Maasai say their struggle is far from over
