DODOMA: President Dr Samia Suluhu Hassan casts her ballot in the Local Government Elections at Sokoine sub-village in Chamwino, Dodoma, on Wednesday, as millions of Tanzanians head to the polls, to execute their constitutional rights.
A total of 31,282,331 eligible voters are registered for the elections, comprising 15,236,772 men (48.71 percent) and 16,045,559 women (51.29 percent).
Campaigns for the elections, which started on November 21, 2024, concluded on Tuesday.
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Addressing the nation on Tuesday, President Samia said that local governments play a crucial role in building a strong nation with sustainable development.
“Through the leaders we elect, we establish a foundation for accountability, quality service delivery to citizens and proper management of public resources. This is an opportunity to ensure we build a society characterised by stability, unity and progress,” said President Samia during a televised address to citizens from State House Chamwino, Dodoma.
She further said that this is an opportunity to ensure that decisions affecting communities are based on the real needs of the people.
“Every vote cast holds great significance and will contribute to our goal of building a society of justice, equality and development for all,” she said.
She added, “Elections are both our right and our responsibility. Let us participate with focus and diligence to ensure we elect leaders with competence, integrity and a genuine commitment to serving the people. With your vote, you create change and contribute to a better future for our society. Let us not miss this important opportunity.”
The Head of State said it is everyone’s duty to participate fully in the election for the good of the nation.
She said it is a chance to ensure that decisions affecting communities are informed by the actual needs of the people.
“Every vote matter and will help realise our goal of building a society grounded in justice, equality and progress for all.”
The country heads to the polls that is widely considered free and fair due to a combination of legal frameworks, transparency in the process, voter education and judicial oversight.
