CCM Zanzibar Prepares for Upcoming General Election, Unveils Candidate Selection Process
Dar es Salaam – The ruling CCM party in Zanzibar is set to reveal its comprehensive political strategy for the upcoming October 29 General Election. The party will outline the detailed schedule for presidential candidate Dr. Hussein Ali Mwinyi’s nomination process and other key electoral preparations.
The National Executive Committee has initiated a crucial two-day meeting to review and recommend candidates for parliamentary seats, the Representative Council, and Special Seats. The National Executive Council will finalize candidate selections during its upcoming meeting, preparing to submit official nominations to the Zanzibar Electoral Commission.
Party officials emphasized the rigorous selection process, focusing on identifying candidates who have demonstrated exceptional service to citizens. The screening aims to eliminate candidates who have prioritized building narrow political networks over addressing broader community needs.
Key highlights of the upcoming election preparations include:
– Comprehensive candidate nomination process
– Detailed campaign schedule
– Strict candidate evaluation criteria
– Focus on candidate’s community service record
Party leadership stressed the importance of highlighting government achievements and maintaining party unity. They called on party members to remain vigilant and patient during the candidate selection process.
The preliminary vote is scheduled for October 28, 2025, with the national voting to follow on October 29, marking a critical moment in Zanzibar’s political landscape.
