Emmanuel Nchimbi
Dr. Emmanuel John Nchimbi | |
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| Vice-President of Tanzania | |
| Assumed office 3 November 2025 | |
| President | Samia Suluhu Hassan |
| Preceded by | Philip Mpango |
| Ambassador of the United Republic of Tanzania in Cairo, Egypt | |
| In office 2022 – August 2023 | |
| Preceded by | Maj. Gen. (Ret) Anselm Shigongo Bahati |
| Ambassador of the United Republic of Tanzania in Brasilia, Brazil | |
| In office 2016–2021 | |
| Preceded by | Francis A. Malambugi |
| Succeeded by | Adelardus Kilangi |
| 20th Minister of Home Affairs | |
| In office 7 May 2012 – 20 December 2013 | |
| Preceded by | Shamsi Nahodha |
| Succeeded by | Mathias Chikawe |
| Minister of Information, Culture, Sports and Youths | |
| In office 28 November 2010 – 7 May 2012 | |
| President | Jakaya Kikwete |
| Deputy Minister of Defence and National Service | |
| In office 13 February 2008 – 28 November 2010 | |
| Minister | Hussein Mwinyi |
| Deputy Minister of Labour, Employment and Youth Development | |
| In office 17 October 2006 – 13 February 2008 | |
| Deputy Minister of Information, Culture and Sports | |
| In office 6 January 2006 – 16 October 2006 | |
| Member of Parliament for Songea Town | |
| In office 2005–2015 | |
| Preceded by | Lawrence Gama |
| Succeeded by | Leonidas Gama |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Emmanuel John Nchimbi 24 December 1971 |
| Party | CCM |
| Alma mater | Mzumbe University (MBA) |
Dr. 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. 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.[1]
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. 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.[2]
Political career
Nchimbi became the chair of the CCM's youth wing after joining the National Executive Committee in 1997. Prior to earning a position in the Songea Urban Assembly, he was the Bunda District Commissioner from 2003 to 2005. He then served in the Cabinet in a number of capacities, including those of Home Affairs, Labor, and Information. 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.[2][3]
References
- ^ "Member of Parliament CV". Parliament of Tanzania. Archived from the original on 1 September 2012. Retrieved 20 February 2013.
- ^ a b "Who is Dr. Emmanuel Nchimbi, President Samia's Running Mate?". Mwanzo TV. 2025-08-28. Retrieved 2026-02-20.
- ^ "Emmanuel Nchimbi: Why His Selection as Samia's 2025 Running Mate Matters - The Chanzo". 2025-01-20. Retrieved 2026-02-20.