While the Zanzibar Electoral Commission (ZEC) maintains that the process is a logistical necessity, ACT-Wazalendo has raised serious concerns about its potential for fraud.
The two parties, which are partners in the Government of National Unity, have run intense campaigns featuring a close contest between incumbent President Dr. Hussein Mwinyi of CCM and Othman Masoud Othman, the First Vice President and ACT-Wazalendo’s presidential candidate.
Representatives of political parties present during the process commended ZEC for maintaining transparency throughout the preparations, saying their involvement at every stage had strengthened trust and confidence in the Commission’s operations.
The strong performance was largely driven by growth in the tourism sector, as tourist arrivals rose by 26.1 percent to 861,962 visitors compared to the previous year.
Despite constitutional equality and a 2030 gender parity goal, women in places like Pemba Island face a starkly different reality.
Electoral authorities defends special polling stations for security personnel and officials, while ACT-Wazalendo alleges the procedure could enable fraud.
Samia calls for supporters to come out in large number during voting day citing security organs are well organized
ZEC to provide each candidate with a campaign vehicle, driver, and security guard, while covering all fuel and maintenance costs.
Othman Masoud Othman accuses the international community of indifference, arguing that its inaction emboldens Tanzania’s ruling CCM party to act with impunity.
The Zanzibar General Election is scheduled for October 28–29, 2025, and will include voting for the President of Zanzibar, members of the House of Representatives, and councillors.
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