DODOMA, July 28 -- THE Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has approved a total of 88 institutions and civil society organisations, including 12 from abroad, to serve as observers for the upcoming 2025 General Election, scheduled for October 29, 2025.

The announcement was made on Sunday in Dodoma by INEC Chairperson Justice Jacobs Mwambegele during a high-level national meeting between the Commission and political parties.

The meeting, which brought together political party leaders, government officials, civil society representatives and security agencies, was aimed at discussing preparations for the polls and strengthening collaboration between stakeholders ahead of what is expected to be one of the most significant democr...