DODOMA, Sept. 22 -- THE Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has reaffirmed its stance that Luhaga Mpina, who was vying for the presidency under the ACT-Wazalendo party, has not been approved as a presidential candidate.

In a public statement issued today, September 22, 2025, INEC stated that ACT-Wazalendo currently has no presidential candidate or running mate, following the nullification of their nomination on September 15, 2025. The nullification came after an objection was raised by the Attorney General.

“We reiterate that the ACT-Wazalendo party has no presidential candidate or running mate for the 2025 General Election of the United Republic of Tanzania, in accordance with the decision of the Independent National...