It’s a public holiday for Zanzibaris on Oct 29

ZANZIBAR:  ZANZIBAR’S President, Dr Hussein Ali Mwinyi, has declared Wednesday, October 29, 2025, as a public holiday for all Zanzibaris.

President Mwinyi made the announcement today, October 23, 2025, noting that the aim is to give all eligible voters the opportunity to exercise their democratic right and to promote wider citizen participation in the 2025 General Election.

Additionally, he urged all citizens to follow the instructions and guidelines issued by the Zanzibar Electoral Commission (ZEC) to ensure that the voting process is conducted peacefully, calmly, and with discipline.

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Tanzania is expected to hold its General Election on October 29 this year for both Tanzania mainland and Zanzibar.