Tanzania's vice president resigns after power struggle with president

In Tanzania, Vice President Emmanuel Nchimbi resigned on September 4, 2021, after less than a year in office. His resignation is linked to a power struggle with President Samia Suluhu Hassan, following violent protests and a crackdown on dissent after the October 2020 elections. The unrest resulted in over 500 deaths, raising concerns about the state of democracy in the country.

Tanzania's vice president resigns after power struggle with president
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Published Aug 26, 2026
Mestios Reporter

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