DAR ES SALAAM, June 24 -- THE ruling party, Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM), has suspended all meetings involving party members responsible for vetting and electing candidates for parliamentary and ward councillor positions, pending the internal nomination process.

In a statement released on Monday, CCM Secretary General Dr Emmanuel Nchimbi announced that the suspension allows for the smooth facilitation of aspirants collecting and submitting nomination forms, as well as conducting the first phase of internal nominations.

“Effective immediately, CCM is suspending all visits, meetings, seminars and symposiums involving members of voting bodies at all levels,” said Dr Nchimbi.

“This suspension will remain in place until the i...