Tanzania's ruling party, Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM), has expelled former Vice President Emmanuel Nchimbi and endorsed Energy Minister Deogratius Ndejembi as its nominee for the position.

• Emmanuel Nchimbi was expelled on Wednesday, August 26, for violating party rules.
• The decisions were made during emergency meetings of the CCM Central Committee and National Executive Committee (NEC).
• Nchimbi had previously announced his resignation from the Vice Presidency and retirement from politics, effective September 4, 2026.