Tanzania President Samia Suluhu Hassan has reshuffled her administration, leaving out five Regional Commissioners (RCs).

Those dropped from their roles include Arusha Regional Commissioner Paul Makonda, his counterparts Peter Serukamba (Iringa), Thobias Andengenye (Kigoma), Juma Homera (Mbeya), and Daniel Chongolo (Songwe)

The latest changes come just days before the ruling party, Chama Cha Mapinduzi, CCM, opens its nomination window for the 2025 General Election

The changes were announced on Monday night, June 23, 2025, and take effect immediately.

The changes have sparked widespread speculations that some of the dropped RCs may be preparing to seek parliamentary seats under the CCM party, as the party prepares to open its nomination window on June 28.

Reports indicate that Paul Makonda is positioning himself for the Arusha Urban constituency, Serukamba is eyeing Kigoma North parliamentary seat, Dr Homera is linked to Namtumbo and Chongolo is said to be targeting Makambako constituency

The reshuffle comes as CCM intensifies preparations for its internal nomination processes, expected to attract high-profile aspirants ahead of the October 2025 polls.

While the Presidency has not officially linked the changes to political ambitions, analysts view the move as a strategic alignment ahead of a heated electoral season.