Former Tanzanian Vice President Emmanuel Nchimbi has been formally expelled from the ruling Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) party following a month of controversy and his decision to resign from the post. The verdict was announced during an extraordinary party meeting chaired by President Samia Suluhu Hassan.
Critics said Nchimbi’s recent remarks – urging Tanzanians to “fight for a new constitution” – threatened internal party cohesion and may have prompted a falling out with the president. No specific details of the alleged indiscipline were released, but the party cited the need for a disciplined and united leadership.
Energy Minister Deogratius Ndejembi, 43, was nominated as Nchimbi’s successor. His name will now be forwarded to Parliament for approval, marking a swift reshuffle at the top of the government.
The events unfold against a backdrop of the 2025 presidential election, which was marred by violence after a boycott of the main opposition party. Official reports documented at least 500 deaths and a hard‑line response from security forces. Nchimbi, the first vice‑president to resign in Tanzanian history, cited a perceived desire for change within the administration and a need to retire from public life.
With the departure of Nchimbi and the appointment of Ndejembi, Tanzania’s political scene faces uncertainty as the executive seeks to re‑establish stability amid calls for constitutional reform and ongoing public dissent.
