Zanzibar’s retention of early voting deals a blow to opposition demands for electoral reform.
In our briefing today:
All Eyes on Dodoma as President Samia Gives Historic Address to Parliament Today;
Parliament Approves Tanzania’s Accession to the Agreement for the Establishment of the Africa Finance Corporation (AFC);
From Scaling Up to Integrating Tech-Centric Interventions in Tanzania’s Schools.
The conclusion of 12th Parliament today will mark the beginning of a new phase leading up to the general election for the President of the United Republic, Members of Parliament, and Councilors in mainland Tanzania, scheduled to take place in October 2025.
In our briefing today:
President Samia Announces Dozens of New Appointments at Regional and District Levels as Some Ousted Officials Prepare for General Election Primaries;
President Mwinyi Postpones Dissolution of Zanzibar House of Representatives to August 13;
Two Senior Tanzanian Police Officers Convicted of Murder, Face Death Penalty;
What Does the 2025/26 Budget Mean for Climate Action in Tanzania?
The special congress follows two key meetings: the CCM National Executive Council (NEC) held on May 28, 2025, and the Central Committee (CC) meeting held on May 26, 2025.
Defying crackdowns and historical setbacks, the opposition party bets on electoral participation—but can it turn mobilisation into meaningful change?
The government had to revise the Water Policy following consultations among stakeholders, including those from the water, agriculture, planning, and investment office involved in drafting the country’s development vision.
The party’s call comes as authorities in Zanzibar are scrambling to find solutions to congestion and delays at the island’s most important ports as Ramadan approaches.
Samia was selected as CCM candidate following a special resolution by CCM congress
Zanzibar’s First Vice President considers himself most qualified to “save Zanzibar from its current rot.”