Despite the relative political stability over the years, Tanzania needs a new constitution to address contemporary challenges and strengthen institutions.
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Arts, Culture and Sport Albinism in Tanzania: what can be done to break the stigma
Because of their appearance, people with albinism in Tanzania are often socially excluded and frequently (and sometimes violently) discriminated against.
Politics and Society Africa Day symposium: Harness Africa’s youth dividend
“Much has happened since [the founding of the AU], much remains finished, much is yet to be done. That is why we must focus on the youth. It is the youth of Africa on whose shoulders will lie the task of accomplishing this dream,” Tanzanian Ambassador Ombeni Sefue.
Politics and Society Can Samia Suluhu Hassan make a clean break from Magufuli?
Tanzania’s new president seems to be steering the country back towards democracy, but consolidating power won’t be easy.
Politics and Society The roots of repression and the prospects for democracy in Tanzania
There may be significant limitations to the political reform that can be realised by new president Samia Suluhu Hassan.
Politics and Society In Magufuli’s shadow: the stark choices facing Tanzania’s new president
Hassan, like Magufuli before her, has taken office without her own political base and will also have to contend with revived factional manoeuvring.
Politics and Society Tanzania’s new president faces a tough ‘to do’ list
Hassan may prove the right sort of politician to usher in a new era of bipartisan politics, less populist and authoritarian and more collegial.
Politics and Society Tanzania’s Samia Hassan has the chance to heal a polarised nation
Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan has been described as compassionate, rational and calm – attributes that are a far departure from her former boss.
Politics and Society John Magufuli: A leader who at the start was “everything Kenya desired but didn’t have”
Kenyan writer Richard Oduor Oduku reflects on Tanzanian President John Pombe Magufuli’s complex leadership record and chequered legacy.