Tanzania's vice president resigns in less than a year
Vice President Nchimbi resigns citing President Hassan's wish for change and party pressure over constitutional remarks; CCM expels him and names Energy Minister Deogratius Ndejembi as successor.
- On Wednesday, Tanzania's ruling Chama Cha Mapinduzi party expelled Vice President Emmanuel John Nchimbi for 'conduct that violated our regulations regarding discipline and ethics,' nominating Energy Minister Deogratius Ndejembi as his replacement.
- Nchimbi announced his resignation on Tuesday, stating he was convinced President Samia Suluhu Hassan 'wants change,' and pledged to remain a 'good citizen of Tanzania' after leaving office on September 4.
- The 54-year-old politician faced criticism last month for urging Tanzanians to 'fight for a new constitution,' remarks CCM officials deemed unnecessary and which prompted the disciplinary action.
- Energy Minister Ndejembi must now secure parliamentary endorsement to officially assume the Vice Presidency, as CCM Secretary-General Asha-Rose Migiro confirmed the nomination will proceed through required constitutional procedures.
- This political shift occurs amid a long-running constitutional reform debate initiated in 2011; while the process stalled in 2014, President Samia has signaled its revival before 2030.
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