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Just like the famous Swahili saying that goes "Hayawai hayawahi sasa yamekuwa" which means "Whatever we are waiting for has finally happened"
After days of anticipation, postponements, and overnight deliberations, the ruling party Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) has finally announced the names of its candidates vying for Parliamentary seats, Special Seats, and positions in the House of Representatives. The long-awaited announcement took place this afternoon, July 29, 2025, during a press conference held at the CCM headquarters in Dodoma, following the conclusion of the Central Committee’s crucial overnight meeting.
Journalists waited for nearly 11 hours, from dusk till dawn, hoping to get a glimpse of the final list. Finally, at around 4:00 AM, CCM’s Media Officer Aboubakar Liongo informed the press that the process was still ongoing and that the new briefing time would be 6:00 PM today.
True to the revised schedule, the event finally took off this afternoon.
Makalla went on to congratulate all CCM members who showed interest in the various positions, praising their enthusiasm and commitment to serve. He emphasized that the selection process was carried out meticulously to ensure fair representation and competence.
The committee reviewed hundreds of names submitted from across constituencies, thoroughly debating qualifications, loyalty, experience, and regional representation.
The names released today reveal who will carry the CCM banner into the battle for Parliament, the House of Representatives (for Zanzibar), and Special Seats reserved for women and marginalized groups. These individuals now move into campaign mode, engaging with voters at grassroots level to secure support ahead of official elections.
As usual we have seen similar faces again like Bashe, Bashungwa, Mwana FA, Tulia Ackson just to mention a few. While newbies that we may have hopes for include Shilole the Bonglo Fleva Artist and Mamy Baby. In a suprising turn of events we have seen candidates who have passed as the only candidates like Dotto Biteko, Salma Kikwete and Ridhiwani Kikwete leaving people with questions like what the hell is happening.
Meanwhile, public attention will remain fixed on how other major parties respond, especially CHADEMA and ACT-Wazalendo, who are also in the middle of their selection processes.
List of Candidates selected
After days of anticipation, postponements, and overnight deliberations, the ruling party Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) has finally announced the names of its candidates vying for Parliamentary seats, Special Seats, and positions in the House of Representatives. The long-awaited announcement took place this afternoon, July 29, 2025, during a press conference held at the CCM headquarters in Dodoma, following the conclusion of the Central Committee’s crucial overnight meeting.
A Delayed, Yet Highly Anticipated Reveal
The announcement was initially scheduled for the evening of July 28, 2025, with a press briefing expected to begin at 5:00 PM. But as the hours dragged on, it became clear that the selection process expected to be straightforward was far more complex due to the sheer number of candidates who had stepped forward for consideration.Journalists waited for nearly 11 hours, from dusk till dawn, hoping to get a glimpse of the final list. Finally, at around 4:00 AM, CCM’s Media Officer Aboubakar Liongo informed the press that the process was still ongoing and that the new briefing time would be 6:00 PM today.
True to the revised schedule, the event finally took off this afternoon.
CCM Explains the Delay
Addressing the media, CPA Amos Makalla, CCM’s Secretary for Ideology, Publicity, and Training, was the first to acknowledge the delay.Makalla went on to congratulate all CCM members who showed interest in the various positions, praising their enthusiasm and commitment to serve. He emphasized that the selection process was carried out meticulously to ensure fair representation and competence.
Central Committee’s All-Night Meeting
Behind the scenes, the Central Committee (Kamati Kuu) of CCM worked late into the night, wrapping up their vetting session just before 5:00 AM. According to party insiders, this was one of the most intensive and competitive candidate selections in recent years.The committee reviewed hundreds of names submitted from across constituencies, thoroughly debating qualifications, loyalty, experience, and regional representation.
Why This Moment Matters
For political watchers, today’s announcement isn’t just another party activity. It signals the first big step in shaping the political direction of Tanzania’s 2025 General Elections.The names released today reveal who will carry the CCM banner into the battle for Parliament, the House of Representatives (for Zanzibar), and Special Seats reserved for women and marginalized groups. These individuals now move into campaign mode, engaging with voters at grassroots level to secure support ahead of official elections.
As usual we have seen similar faces again like Bashe, Bashungwa, Mwana FA, Tulia Ackson just to mention a few. While newbies that we may have hopes for include Shilole the Bonglo Fleva Artist and Mamy Baby. In a suprising turn of events we have seen candidates who have passed as the only candidates like Dotto Biteko, Salma Kikwete and Ridhiwani Kikwete leaving people with questions like what the hell is happening.
What’s Next?
With candidates officially named, CCM’s internal campaigns are expected to gain momentum across the country. Debates, manifestos, and constituency-level lobbying will dominate local headlines in the coming weeks.Meanwhile, public attention will remain fixed on how other major parties respond, especially CHADEMA and ACT-Wazalendo, who are also in the middle of their selection processes.
List of Candidates selected
