DODOMA, Nov. 18 -- THE Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the completion of the appointment of 1,385 women councillors to Special Seats out of the legally required 1,387.

The statement was issued in Dodoma by the Commissions Director, Ramadhani Kailima, who said the appointments were made in accordance with the legal provisions governing district authorities, municipal authorities, and the 2024 Election Act No. 1.

Kailima stated that the appointments were made in compliance with legal requirements aimed at ensuring womens representation in local government leadership. He explained that the number of appointees reflects the proportional allocation of votes and the results of this years local government electio...