Tanzania President Appoints New PM Amid Election Dispute
Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan has named former Finance Minister Mwigulu Nchemba as the new Prime Minister after a disputed presidential election led to deadly unrest. The appointment, confirmed by Parliament, comes amidst reports of post-election violence and opposition figures alleging hundreds of deaths.
Nchemba, a steady presence in the cabinet since 2021, has pledged to work diligently in his new role to support Tanzania's economic growth driven by infrastructure projects. Analysts see this choice as a sign of President Hassan's deep trust in her administration.
The ruling party, Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM), remains dominant despite international partners cutting aid.
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