WOMEN URGED TO TURN OUT IN LARGE NUMBERS TO VOTE ON OCTOBER 29.




By Our Correspondent, 

Dar es Salaam
October 23, 2025

A coalition of civil society organizations advocating for gender equality and women’s rights in Tanzania has called on women across the country to turn out in large numbers and participate in the upcoming general elections on October 29, emphasizing the importance of women’s voices being heard through the ballot box.

Speaking on behalf of the coalition, Rose Haji Mwalimu, Founder and Representative of the Tanzania Media Women’s Association (TAMWA), said women’s participation in politics and leadership is a key pillar for social and economic development, as women leaders often prioritize policies that improve education, healthcare, and child welfare.

“We urge all women across the country to come out and vote peacefully. It is our constitutional duty to take part in this democratic process and elect leaders who will champion the interests of women, youth, and children,” said Rose Haji Mwalimu.

She noted that Tanzania has made remarkable progress in promoting women’s participation in politics, including electing the country’s first female President, Her Excellency Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan, who is also contesting for re-election under the ruling party CCM. Mwalimu added that this year alone, several female candidates are vying for presidential and vice-presidential positions through various political parties — a milestone that signifies the growing inclusivity of Tanzania’s democracy.

“Women’s leadership is not a threat; it is a tool for strengthening inclusive democracy. A female leader should be judged by her ability, vision, and integrity — not by her gender,” she emphasized.

The coalition further appealed to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), political parties, and all stakeholders to ensure that the election environment remains safe, free, and inclusive, free from intimidation, harassment, or gender-based violence — factors that often discourage women from active political participation.

Rose Haji Mwalimu also urged media organizations to provide equal coverage and platforms for female candidates to participate in debates, interviews, and public discussions that raise awareness about women’s leadership potential and contributions to national development.

“We wish to remind all Tanzanians that good leadership has no gender. A nation that upholds gender equality in leadership is one that enjoys peace, prosperity, and sustainable development,” she stated.

She concluded by highlighting that the progress achieved under President Samia’s administration — including key policy reforms and major development projects — serves as strong evidence that women have the capacity to drive meaningful change and national growth.


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