Tanzania, May 19 -- Unguja. CCM has nominated Mr Kh amis Yussuf Mussaas its candidate for the Kwahani Constituency in the upcoming by-election slated for June 8, 2024.

The decision was made by the Central Committee of the National Executive Committee, chaired by Vice Chairman of CCM and President of Zanzibar, Dr. Hussein Mwinyi, during a special session held at CCM Headquarters in Kisiwandui, Zanzibar, on Sunday, May 19.

The nomination follows the passing of former MP Mr. Ahmada Yahya Shaa on April 8, 2024. Additionally, the Central Committee appointed Ms. Suzan Peter Kunambi as the Secretary General of the Tanzania Women's Union (UWT), as announced by publicity secretary Amos Makala.

The nomination comes a few days after the oppositio...