DAR ES SALAAM, Jan. 11 -- PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan, has appointed the former Vice President, Dr Philip Mpango, as the Presidential Advisor on Economic Affairs and Projects, and former Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa as the Presidential Advisor on Social Affairs.

Speaking today, January 10, 2026, at State House in Dar es Salaam, President Samia said the appointment of these advisors was among the reasons that led her to make changes to the Cabinet, including appointing the former Minister of Information, Culture, Arts and Sports, Professor Palamagamba Kabudi, as Minister of State in the Presidents Office for Special Duties.

President Samia made the remarks during a ceremony held to congratulate various athletes, including players of ...