Africa-Press – Tanzania. The Chairman of the Manifesto Committee, Prof. Kitila Mkumbo, has said that the ruling party’s Chama Cha Mapinduzi 2025–2030 Election Manifesto, launched today, carries the primary goal of promoting inclusive economic growth and improving the well-being of all citizens
Speaking ahead of the launch, Professor Mkumbo said that while presenting the manifesto before President Samia Suluhu Hassan, party delegates and different leaders, who is also the party’s chairperson, met during the second day of the party’s National Executive Council General Meeting in Dodoma.
Prof. Mkumbo said this is the party’s seventh manifesto since Tanzania adopted a multi-party political system.
He highlighted that the document is a strategic tool for initiating the implementation of the National Development Vision 2050.
He further noted that the manifesto is largely shaped by feedback from CCM members, citizens, stakeholders, and various leaders, collected through scientific research conducted before the drafting process.
Furthermore, Prof Mkumbo said the new manifesto is organized into five chapters, two of which are newly introduced.
These include a message from the presidential candidates and a dedicated section focused on the tracking and implementation of the manifesto’s promises.
For Tanzania Mainland, the manifesto outlines a comprehensive agenda aimed at building a modern, competitive, and inclusive economy.
It focuses on increasing value addition to local resources and creating more employment opportunities for young people, raising household incomes, and reducing poverty across the country. Improving the quality of life and community well-being is also a central focus.
The party intends to continue strengthening transport and logistics infrastructure to support development, as well as expand the use of science and technology in both the public and private sectors.
Governance is also a priority, with commitments to uphold democracy, good governance, and the rule of law.
Maintaining peace, security, and national unity remains a core tenet of the party’s platform.
Cultural preservation and the promotion of arts and sports are also included, alongside a renewed focus on accelerating rural development.
According to Prof. Mkumbo, the manifesto is presented in three documents. The main manifesto spans 78 pages and contains around 29,520 words. It includes a detailed list of development projects to be implemented under the party’s next term, if elected.
For Zanzibar, Dr. Saada Mkuya Salum, the Deputy Chair of the Manifesto Sub-Committee, outlined 13 key priorities tailored to the islands’ unique needs.
These include strengthening national unity among Zanzibaris and fostering peace, tolerance, reconciliation, and social cohesion.
A major priority is increasing employment opportunities for youth by creating jobs in both formal and informal sectors.
Other goals include promoting quality housing and beautification of towns using modern technology, as well as ensuring government investment in infrastructure and social services in collaboration with the private sector.
The manifesto also aims to drive inclusive and modern economic transformation on the islands, stabilize the economy, and boost incomes for Zanzibaris.
It proposes finding alternative sources of financing and improving the business environment to support entrepreneurs with access to affordable loans and training.
Additionally, the party plans to initiate land reclamation projects from the ocean to create new space for housing and investment.
Tourism will be strengthened, and sports infrastructure will be expanded through new construction and renovation.
The manifesto also includes plans to organize international cultural festivals to promote Zanzibar’s heritage and identity.
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