John Pombe Magufuli Stories

Tanzania’s ruling party CCM strengthens control ahead of 2025 general election
Mwangi Maina  |  Jun 30, 2025

CCM, which has ruled Tanzania continuously since independence, kicked off the nomination exercise on Saturday, marking the start of what is expected t...

Political test for Tanzania's Chadema as Mbowe and Lissu seek top party position
Mwangi Maina  |  Dec 31, 2024

Lissu has previously expressed concerns over what he described as a "huge and unprecedented" amount of "dirty money" within the party.

Magufuli knew he wouldn't survive, ex-security chief says on 3rd death anniversary
Amina Wako  |  Mar 17, 2024

General Venance Mabeyo says Tanzania's former President John Magufuli confided in him during his hospitalisation, saying he would not recover.

Revealed: Intricacies of Tanzania presidential transition after Magufuli's death
Amina Wako  |  Mar 17, 2024

On the third anniversary of President John Magufuli's passing, General Venance Mabeyo's revelations offer a deeper understanding of the intricate dyna...

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