Five names emerge for Tanzania’s CCM youth presidency
By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on Jamhuri Media
Ahead of the CCM’s internal congress scheduled for 2027, five names are circulating for the presidency of Umoja wa Vijana (UVCCM), the youth wing of Tanzania’s ruling party, including outgoing vice-president Rehema Sombi and incumbent Mohammed Kawaida. According to Jamhuri Media, no candidate has yet been officially declared.
Five names have been cited for the presidency of Umoja wa Vijana wa CCM (UVCCM), the youth wing of Tanzania’s ruling Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM), ahead of the party’s internal elections in 2027. They are Rehema Sombi, Frank Nkya, Geofrey Kiliba, Ivan Moshi and outgoing president Mohammed Ali Kawaida, according to Jamhuri Media.
Rehema Sombi, national vice-president of UVCCM, is cited for her experience within the party and the Tanzania Women’s Union. Frank Nkya is also presented as an experienced contender, following roles in the student movement, public administration and the Tanzanian Parliament. He had previously unsuccessfully sought to lead UVCCM, according to Jamhuri Media.
The internal vote comes as CCM is also preparing for the 2030 general election. The debates notably concern a new Constitution, political reconciliation and the events of 29 October 2025, reports Jamhuri Media.
