Emmanuel John Nchimbi (born 24 December 1971) is a Tanzanian diplomat and politician currently serving as the Vice-President of the United Republic of Tanzania.[1] He previously served as the Minister of Home Affairs between 2012 and 2013 and as Member of Parliament for Songea Town constituency from 2010 to 2015.[2]

Background and education

Nchimbi went to Uru and Sangu Secondary Schools after which he proceeded to an advanced education at Forest Hill Secondary School in Mbeya.[3] After graduating from Mzumbe University where he studied diploma in public administration, he pursued a master's degree in banking and finance, and eventually a doctorate.[4]

Political career

Nchimbi became the chair of the CCM's youth wing after joining the National Executive Committee in 1997.[3] Prior to earning a position in the Songea Urban Assembly, he was the Bunda District Commissioner from 2003 to 2005.[5] He then served in the Cabinet in a number of capacities, including those of Home Affairs, Labor, and Information.[6] In the year 2015 to 2023, he represented Tanzania as ambassador to Egypt and then Brazil before he returned to party politics He was named Secretary-General of the CCM in January 2024.[4][7]

In 2025, he unveiled plans to strengthen the mining sector to serve East and Central Africa. He also pledged to review and introduce policies and laws to protect Tanzanian miners.[8]

References

  1. ↑ Takwa, Esther (2026-02-26). "Nchimbi jets in Songea for the 120th commemoration of Majimaji War Heroes - Daily News". Retrieved 2026-03-08.
  2. ↑ "Member of Parliament CV". Parliament of Tanzania. Archived from the original on 1 September 2012. Retrieved 20 February 2013.
  3. 1 2 "What next after Nchimbi lands powerful post within CCM?". The Citizen. 2024-01-16. Retrieved 2026-03-08.
  4. 1 2 "Who is Dr. Emmanuel Nchimbi, President Samia's Running Mate?". Mwanzo TV. 2025-08-28. Retrieved 2026-02-20.
  5. ↑ MediaWireExpress (2025-01-20). "Samia names Dr Nchimbi as running mate for 2025 elections". Media Wire Express. Retrieved 2026-03-08.
  6. ↑ Streamline. "Emmanuel John Nchimbi - Vice President of Tanzania". Streamline. Retrieved 2026-03-08.
  7. ↑ "Emmanuel Nchimbi: Why His Selection as Samia's 2025 Running Mate Matters - The Chanzo". 2025-01-20. Retrieved 2026-02-20.
  8. ↑ Mlacha, Halima (2025-09-08). "Tanzania: TZ to Build Regional Mineral Hub - - Nchimbi". Tanzania Daily News. Retrieved 2026-03-08.
source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emmanuel_Nchimbi