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.