Doyo Hassani has announced his candidacy for Tanzania’s presidency in 2025, challenging current President Samia Suluhu Hassan and ACT-Wazalendo’s Dorothy Semu. He prioritizes addressing unemployment, promoting education, and combating corruption, among others. Support from his wife and campaign manager underscores his campaign’s intentions. The NLD nomination process is scheduled for April 2025.
Doyo Hassani, a member of the Nation League for Democracy (NLD), has officially declared his candidacy for the presidency of Tanzania in the upcoming 2025 General Election, setting the stage for a challenge against incumbent President Samia Suluhu Hassan, who is backed by the ruling CCM, and Ms. Dorothy Semu, the presidential aspirant and leader of ACT-Wazalendo.
In his announcement made on March 14, 2025, in Morogoro, Mr. Doyo outlined ten key priorities that will guide his campaign. Central to his agenda are initiatives aimed at addressing unemployment, enhancing education, and transforming the agricultural and livestock sectors, alongside improving water resources and combatting tax evasion and corruption.
Mr. Doyo stated, “I have announced my intention to run for president in the forthcoming General Election. My priorities reflect the challenges our nation is facing.” He emphasized the necessity of fostering a culture of responsible taxpayers while focusing on sector-specific developments, including strengthening mining, expanding access to technology, and advocating for girls’ education.
During the event, Mr. Doyo’s wife, Halima Rajabu, voiced her unequivocal support for his bid, highlighting the significance of employment for youth and expressing confidence in her husband’s leadership capabilities. She further remarked on the critical need to address corruption, pledging to ensure accountability among public servants involved in government projects.
Ms. Rajabu commended previous Tanzanian leaders known for their decisive actions against corruption, acknowledging contemporary efforts by President Samia Suluhu Hassan to respond to developmental challenges. Additionally, Mr. Doyo’s campaign manager, Twaha Saidi Mngatwa, confirmed that Mr. Doyo would submit his application form by March 21, 2025. The NLD’s internal nomination process is scheduled for April 10, 2025, prior to the General Election endorsed by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
In summary, Doyo Hassani’s declaration to run for the presidency of Tanzania has energized the political landscape in anticipation of the 2025 General Election. His comprehensive agenda focuses on critical issues such as unemployment, education reform, and combating corruption. With strong support from his wife and campaign team, Mr. Doyo is poised to present a formidable challenge to incumbent President Samia Suluhu Hassan and other candidates. The forthcoming internal nomination process will determine his candidacy within the NLD.
Original Source: www.thecitizen.co.tz
