DAR ES SALAAM, Sept. 2 -- AS the 2025 General Election draws closer, political parties in Tanzania are laying out their visions for the countrys future.

Among them, the Chama cha Ukombozi wa Umma (CHAUMMA) has unveiled a manifesto that places strong emphasis on social sector reforms, particularly in education, health, energy and agriculture.

The pledges highlight broad aspirations aimed at improving social welfare, reducing inequalities and expanding opportunities for citizens. One of the notable promises in the education sector is the commitment to recruit sufficient numbers of teachers in order to achieve a ratio of no more than 45 students per classroom.

This proposal seeks to address long-standing concerns about overcrowded classro...