Tanzania Vice President requests to rest, President Samia confirms
What you need to know:
- Speaking today, January 19, 2025, at a special general meeting in Dodoma, President Samia announced that after careful consideration, she has accepted Dr Mpango’s request.
Dar es Salaam. President Samia has revealed that Vice President Dr Philip Mpango has formally requested to step down from his role.
Speaking today, January 19, 2025, at a special general meeting in Dodoma, President Samia announced that after careful consideration, she has accepted Dr Mpango’s request. However, he will continue to serve as Vice President until the General Election later this year.
Addressing the gathering, President Samia stated, “Dr Philip Mpango, our Vice President, approached me recently to express his wish to step down.
He cited several personal reasons, none related to his work. He mentioned that he is now 68 years old and would like to prioritise his health and well-being. Last week, he handed me his resignation letter. While I initially hesitated, I later presented the matter to the Central Committee, and we collectively agreed to grant him his request.”
