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Tanzania’s elections are vulnerable to state abuse – urgent law reforms are needed

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

This was made most apparent by the 2019 local elections and the 2020 general elections.

Key Points: 
  • This was made most apparent by the 2019 local elections and the 2020 general elections.
  • The United Nations, research think-tanks and various media noted these elections as the most unfree and unfair since the return of the multiparty system in 1992.
  • The 2019 and 2020 elections, more than the previous ones, underscored the extent to which the electoral law could be abused by the state.
  • I have researched party politics in Tanzania and it is my view that electoral reforms are urgent, given that local elections are scheduled for December 2024.

History

  • To understand the influence of the ruling party’s control of the electoral framework in Tanzania it is important to look back at the history of the multiparty system.
  • This was later enshrined in the constitution of 1977, blurring the line between the ruling party and the state.
  • It comes as no surprise that all elections since the re-introduction of the multiparty system have delivered victory to the ruling party.

Reform package falls short

  • Under President Samia Suluhu Hassan, Tanzania sensed a golden opportunity to reform the election landscape.
  • Top of the agenda was electoral law reform.
  • This also featured strongly in submissions to a special task force formed by the government to collect opinions on political reforms.
  • The government promised to start the review process and subsequently tabled the electoral law reforms bills in the parliament.


Aikande Clement Kwayu does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.

Global Times: Xi's letter to African institute cultivating future leaders brings inspiration in development

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Thursday, May 11, 2023

The Mwalimu Julius Nyerere Leadership School based in Tanzania is an institute for southern African countries.

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  • The Mwalimu Julius Nyerere Leadership School based in Tanzania is an institute for southern African countries.
  • To their surprise, Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, replied to the letter.
  • Xi pointed out that the realization of national development, national rejuvenation and people's happiness requires continuous efforts for generations.
  • "We have seen how China has developed over the decade, which shows the world that their development paths are working.

Carlisle Companies Announces Leadership Appointments in Human Resources and Finance

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Monday, January 4, 2021

With a proven track record at Carlisle Construction Materials, Lori will continue to drive excellence in human resources and promote synergies, operational efficiencies and best practices throughout Carlisle.

Key Points: 
  • With a proven track record at Carlisle Construction Materials, Lori will continue to drive excellence in human resources and promote synergies, operational efficiencies and best practices throughout Carlisle.
  • Amelia has served Carlisle in financial and management roles at Carlisle Interconnect Technologies and, most recently, has led our talent management and development initiatives as our Vice President, Human Resources.
  • Lori joined Carlisle Construction Materials (CCM) in 2011 and has held a variety of leadership roles with the company, most recently Vice President of Human Resources for CCM.
  • Prior to joining Carlisle, Lori held Human Resources leadership positions at Select Medical.

Aspire Leaderboard 2020: Assentis positioned as a leader in CCM

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Thursday, June 18, 2020

Aspire, a research company specializing in Customer Communication Management (CCM), has just updated the CCM Leaderboard for 2020, placing Assentis as one of the leaders in CCM in Europe and Asian markets.

Key Points: 
  • Aspire, a research company specializing in Customer Communication Management (CCM), has just updated the CCM Leaderboard for 2020, placing Assentis as one of the leaders in CCM in Europe and Asian markets.
  • ROTKREUZ, Switzerland, June 18, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aspire has made several adjustments to the analysis criteria in the CCM Leaderboard 2020.
  • Nevertheless, a detailed analysis shows that Assentis has made the greatest positive year-on-year change, moving from Aspirational to the Leader quadrant.
  • Aspire does not endorse any vendor, product or service included in the Aspire Leaderboard.

Carlisle Companies Appoints Nick Shears President of Carlisle Construction Materials

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Tuesday, May 7, 2019

The Board of Directors of Carlisle Companies Incorporated (NYSE:CSL) today announced the appointment of Nick Shears as President of Carlisle Construction Materials (CCM), effective immediately.

Key Points: 
  • The Board of Directors of Carlisle Companies Incorporated (NYSE:CSL) today announced the appointment of Nick Shears as President of Carlisle Construction Materials (CCM), effective immediately.
  • Prior to that, Nick held a series of important leadership roles at CCM throughout his 34 years with Carlisle, including Executive Vice President, Sales & Marketing.
  • Chris Koch, President and Chief Executive Officer said, "I am extremely pleased Nick will continue as President of CCM.
  • Nick is a highly respected and well-known member of the construction materials industry, and is firmly committed to delivering the Carlisle Experience.