The Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) party in Tanzania has made significant changes in its regional leadership by appointing 32 acting regional secretaries. This move was announced on September 27, 2026, by Kenani Labani Kihongosi, the party's National Executive Committee (NEC) Secretary for Ideology, Propagation, and Training. The appointments are part of a broader restructuring effort within the party.
According to the announcement, the new appointments follow the selection of new leaders who will oversee party activities in their respective regions. The CCM party has a presence in all regions of Tanzania, and these changes are expected to bring new energy and ideas to the party's operations. The acting secretaries will assume their duties immediately.
To prepare the newly appointed leaders for their roles, the CCM party has organized a two-day training session scheduled to take place in Dodoma from September 29 to 30, 2026. The training, led by the party's General Secretary, Dr. Asha-Rose Migiro, aims to equip the acting secretaries with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively carry out their duties.
The CCM party has expressed gratitude to the outgoing regional secretaries who have completed their terms, thanking them for their service and contributions to the party. The party acknowledged that it will continue to utilize the experience and expertise of the former secretaries as part of its leadership and operational resources.
The list of newly appointed acting regional secretaries includes notable figures such as Pilly John Jackson for Arusha, Stanley Wilson Mkandawire for Dar es Salaam, and Pili Augustine Mbanga for Dodoma. Other regions and their appointed secretaries are: Geita — Ramadhani Kapeto, Iringa — James Dan Mgego, Kagera — Rukia Said Mkindu, and Kaskazini Pemba — Salum Khamis Haji.
The appointments and subsequent training session reflect CCM's efforts to revitalize its regional presence and enhance its operational capacity. By injecting new leadership and providing them with necessary training, the party aims to strengthen its position and effectiveness across Tanzania.
Key regions and their appointed secretaries include Kigoma — Halid Said Mwinyi, Kilimanjaro — Julius Nansongelya Peter, and Lindi — Zuwena Suleiman Mohamed. The full list of appointments can be found in the party's official communication. The CCM party continues to be a dominant force in Tanzanian politics, and these changes are seen as part of its ongoing efforts to adapt and improve.
Key points
- The CCM party has appointed 32 acting regional secretaries as part of its restructuring efforts.
- A two-day training session for the new leaders will be held in Dodoma from September 29 to 30, 2026.
- The party has thanked outgoing regional secretaries for their service and contributions.
