DAR ES SALAAM, Aug. 25 -- POLITICAL analysts have praised the ruling party, Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) for conducting transparent and fair parliamentary nominations, endorsing popular candidates with strong backing from party members and their constituencies.

The move is being hailed as a sign of democratic maturity ahead of the October 29 General Election. The nominated candidates will represent CCM in the upcoming legislative elections.

Speaking to the ‘Daily News over the weekend, seasoned political analyst Hamiduni Maliseli described the nomination process as one of the most historic, free and fair exercises in the partys recent history.

He said the process had helped prevent internal disputes and defections by aspirants who m...