What Tanzanians hope their next government will deliver DW 10/23/2025

"Economist Dr. Bravious Kahyoza says that in many developing countries, economies often react to how elections are managed, with political tension capable of triggering shocks. "It's therefore crucial for national leaders to handle such moments wisely," he told DW. Tanzania's political and economic climate remains relatively stable, signaling the likelihood of a peaceful election and continued economic steadiness thereafter, according to Kahyoza. "The economy runs on confidence, and currently, that confidence appears solid.""

""The first group is made up of the ruling party, CCM, and its supporters, who remain largely optimistic about both the electoral process and the expected results," he told DW. Then, there are the supporters of the opposition Chadema and ACT-Wazalendo parties. "This group mostly believes the election process lacks fairness and transparency." Niyegira identifies a third group emerging mainly from social media spaces, calling for nationwide demonstrations on October 29."

"Esther Kasanga, a resident in Dar es Salaam, is one of many Tanzanians with clear expectations as voters prepare for the October 29 general election. "For the leader who will be elected, I hope they prioritize the needs of the people especially women, youth, and persons with disabilities," Kasanga told DW. Since its inception in 1977, Tanzania's ruling Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) has dominated the political scene in the East African nation, making CCM Africa's longest continuously ruling political party."

Voters expect leaders to prioritize needs of women, youth, and persons with disabilities ahead of the October 29 general election. Since 1977 the ruling Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) has dominated Tanzanian politics as Africa's longest continuously ruling party. Economies in developing countries often react to how elections are managed, and political tension can trigger shocks. Tanzania's political and economic climate remains relatively stable, signaling a likely peaceful election and continued economic steadiness. Economic growth is above 5% and inflation is largely stable. The electorate includes CCM supporters optimistic about the process, opposition supporters skeptical of fairness, and a social-media-driven faction calling demonstrations and heightening tensions.

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