Tanzania ruling party nominates new vice president
By The BriefBrief
Tanzania’s ruling Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) has picked Energy Minister Deogratius Ndejembi as its nominee for vice president after the incumbent Emmanuel John Nchimbi resigned less than a year into the job. CCM’s National Executive Committee approved the nomination, which will proceed through constitutional steps including submission to Parliament.
WHO:Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) National Executive Committee; CCM secretary general Asha-Rose Migiro
WHAT:CCM approved Energy Minister Deogratius Ndejembi as its nominee for vice president, to be submitted to Parliament for approval and then sworn in.
WHEN:Aug 27, 2026
WHERE:Tanzania
WHY:The incumbent vice president resigned, prompting the ruling party to select a new nominee through constitutional procedures.
