Dr Tulia pledges to support IPU’s efforts as she ends her 3-year presidency

ARUSHA: THE President of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU), Dr Tulia Ackson, has officially bid farewell to her leadership role after serving parliamentarians from various countries for three years.

Speaking at the 153rd IPU Assembly, taking place in Arusha from October 5 to 9, 2026, Dr. Tulia thanked parliamentarians for their cooperation and support throughout her tenure.

Dr Tulia said the achievements recorded during her leadership were not the result of one person’s efforts, but were made possible through the solidarity and commitment of many people who were part of the journey.

“I was supported by women. I was supported by men. During the election, the women said it was time for women, and we were only women candidates,” Dr Tulia said.

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Reflecting on her first address as IPU President, Dr Tulia said there was still a need to do more and move faster in driving change, particularly on issues affecting women.

“The women in this room have made change happen. And we will keep going,” she said.

Dr Tulia also assured her fellow parliamentarians that she would continue to stand with and support them in efforts to strengthen parliamentary leadership and cooperation.