Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan Stories

Tanzania erupts as President Samia appoints daughter, son-in-law to powerful Cabinet posts
Mwangi Maina  |  Nov 17, 2025

Wanu and Mohammed, who are married, now enter the Cabinet together, a decision expected to intensify criticism from opponents who have long accused Pr...

Samia unveils new Tanzanian Cabinet as she seeks to boost governance and development
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Nov 17, 2025

The changes, announced in a televised address from State House in Chamwino on Monday, reflect Samia's commitment to stronger governance, youth empower...

US senators call for review of Washington’s ties with Tanzania after deadly polls
Mary Wambui  |  Nov 15, 2025

The senators described the October 29 elections as a sham, citing vote manipulation, abductions, and state-sponsored suppression.

Tanzania's President Samia orders probe into post-election violence, directs DPP to drop charges against arrested youths
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 14, 2025

Addressing the 13th Parliament on November 14, 2025, President Samia expressed deep sorrow over the loss of life and disruption caused by the unrest....

Tanzanian parliament approves Mwigulu Nchemba as new prime minister
XINHUA  |  Nov 14, 2025

Mwigulu Nchemba succeeds Kassim Majaliwa, who had held the position for a decade.

President Samia nominates ex-finance minister Mwigulu Nchemba as prime minister
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Nov 13, 2025

The Tanzanian Parliament is set to approve the appointment later on Thursday following Suluhu's decisive win in the October 29 polls.

President Samia appoints six MPs as CCM tightens grip on parliament
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Nov 11, 2025

Over the weekend, President Samia Suluhu Hassan extended an olive branch to opposition leaders, calling for dialogue following last month's disputed g...

Ex-Botswana President Ian Khama denounces President Samia, cites "rigged election" and oppression in Tanzania
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 10, 2025

Khama, who served as Botswana’s president from 2008 to 2018, also criticised Cameroon President Paul Biya, recently sworn in at 92 years old, saying t...

Tanzania’s President Samia extends olive branch, but crackdown on dissent keeps critics wary
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Nov 10, 2025

Despite urging dialogue and reconciliation, President Samia’s government continues to detain key opposition leaders, fueling doubts over her commitmen...

Over 240 charged with treason in Tanzania following election day violence
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 08, 2025

The unrest erupted on election day when security forces confronted protesters, resulting in scores of deaths and injuries. Witnesses say hundreds, and...

Activists demand President Samia Suluhu Hassan's resignation over rights abuses
Barack Oduor  |  Nov 07, 2025

The activists said President Samia Suluhu Hassan had lost legitimacy, forfeited the moral mandate to govern, and now presides over what they termed ma...

Tanzania activist Mange Kimambi faces extradition threat as country targets online dissent
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 06, 2025

The US-based influencer, who lives in Los Angeles and is known for her fiery political posts, is accused of fueling protests that turned deadly after...

Tanzania reassures world after unrest as police issue SMS warnings over election dissent
Mwangi Maina  |  Nov 04, 2025

In an unusual move, police have begun sending SMS warnings urging citizens not to circulate images or videos deemed "alarming" or "demeaning," a step...

Amnesty slams Tanzania for brutal crackdown, internet shutdown
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Nov 04, 2025

In a statement, the rights group noted that the blackouts, which have affected large parts of the country for nearly a week, have coincided with repor...

Tanzania’s 2025 polls undermined by intimidation and restrictions, SADC report finds
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 03, 2025

SADC’s preliminary report faults Tanzania’s 2025 General Election for voter intimidation, restricted media coverage, and barriers that prevented many...

Tanzania President Samia Suluhu blames foreigners for violent election protests, calls for urgent investigations into unrest
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 03, 2025

Samia said the unrest was not homegrown and the acts were inconsistent with Tanzanian values.

Samia Suluhu sworn in for second term as Tanzania’s President after election marred by violence
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 03, 2025

In her victory speech, Suluhu described the election as "free and democratic" and referred to the protesters who challenged the results as "unpatrioti...

CHADEMA denounces ‘illegitimate’ Tanzania election results, urges world not to recognise Samia
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 02, 2025

The party urged the international community not to recognise Samia’s victory, citing widespread electoral fraud, intimidation of opposition parties an...

AU, Federal Republic of East Africa call for calm amid post-election unrest in Tanzania
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 01, 2025

On this matter, the federal government emphasised the importance of dialogue and compliance with curfew regulations as essential measures to prevent f...

President Samia Suluhu Hassan receives winner’s certificate as CCM extends grip on power
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 01, 2025

According to the electoral body, Samia, representing the Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) party, secured around 31.9 million votes, representing nearly 97.7...

ANC cites communication glitch in Tanzania poll absence, stresses solidarity
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 01, 2025

According to INEC’s official tally, President Samia secured 31,913,866 votes, marking a decisive win for the CCM-led administration.

President Samia Suluhu Hassan declared winner of Tanzania election with 98 per cent of vote
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 01, 2025

President Samia Suluhu Hassan, who assumed the presidency in 2021 following the death of her predecessor, will now serve a full five-year term.

Canada, Norway, UK condemn post-election violence in Tanzania
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 01, 2025

Tension in the country escalated as citizens took to the streets, alleging that the elections were manipulated to favour President Samia Suluhu Hassan...

Why Tanzania has finally joined other African nations in protest against bad governance
Barack Oduor  |  Oct 31, 2025

In a rare show of defiance, Tanzanians shocked the East African region as demonstrations erupted on Wednesday. In response, the government shut down t...

Kongamano La Mageuzi lauds Tanzanian youth for protests against authoritarianism
Barack Oduor  |  Oct 31, 2025

On Thursday, Tanzanian government instructed public servants to work from home in a bid to limit the movement of non-essential staff.

Tanzania tells students to stay home after tense election
DW News  |  Oct 30, 2025

The AFP news agency cited a diplomatic source as saying that protests continued into the night despite a curfew imposed on Wednesday.

Tanzania orders civil servants to work from home amid post-election unrest
Mwangi Maina  |  Oct 30, 2025

The election, in which the ruling Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) party is expected to retain power, has been widely criticised as uncompetitive.

Amnesty International confirms two killed in Tanzania election protests
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 29, 2025

Chagutah also warned that the reported nationwide internet disruption in the country threatens to further inflame the situation.

Dar es Salaam under night curfew after violent election protests
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 29, 2025

Dar es Salaam Special Zone Police Commander Jumanne Muliro announced that the curfew would take effect from 6:00 pm East Africa Time (EAT), warning re...

Tanzania’s presidents since independence: Their legacy and years in office
Charity Pancras  |  Oct 29, 2025

Samia Suluhu Hassan assumed office in 2021, becoming Tanzania’s first female president. She is expected to win the October 29 vote.

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