What Tanzanians hope their next government will deliver

Tanzanians are preparing for the October 29 general election with clear expectations from their next government, particularly regarding support for women, youth, and persons with disabilities. Tanzania's ruling party, Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM), has dominated politics since its formation in 1977. The country’s economy is stable with growth above 5%, though political tensions exist among opposition parties Chadema and ACT-Wazalendo, who claim the election process lacks fairness. A third group of voters, largely from social media, calls for nationwide demonstrations on election day, increasing national tension. Despite government assurances of peace and stability, uncertainty remains about potential outcomes and public reactions.

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