ZANZIBAR, Oct. 28 -- FORMER President Jakaya Kikwete has insisted that CCM continues to stand as the main pillar of Tanzanias development and long-lasting political stability.

Speaking during the closing rally of the ruling partys campaign in Uzini Constituency at Gana-Kiboje grounds in Zanzibar, Mr Kikwete said CCM has over the decades played a crucial role in shaping the countrys progress and uniting Tanzanians under shared goals of peace and prosperity.

He commended the achievements made under President Samia Suluhu Hassan, describing them as a continuation of CCMs visionary leadership.

“In the past five years, President Samia has achieved remarkable development results across all sectors,” he said.

“She has conti...