Tanzania, Aug. 26 -- Dar es Salaam. President Samia Suluhu Hassan has accepted the resignation of Vice-President Dr Emmanuel Nchimbi, hours after receiving his official request, with the State House confirming that constitutional processes to appoint a successor will follow.

A statement issued on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, by Chief Secretary Ambassador Moses Kusiluka, confirmed the development.

"President Samia has received the resignation letter from the Vice-President of the United Republic of Tanzania, Ambassador Dr Emmanuel Nchimbi, effective September 4, 2026. Her Excellency the President has approved the request," stated the Chief Secretary.

News of Dr Nchimbi requesting to step down from September 4 had earlier circulated widely ...