Ali Makame Ussi
Prof. Ali Makame Ussi is a political science lecturer at the State University of Zanzibar (Suza). He has emphasized the importance of dialogue in addressing opposition grievances and believes that reforms should focus on genuine issues identified in previous elections to strengthen Tanzania's democratic process.
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Ali Makame Ussi is a political analyst from the State University of Zanzibar who commented on the domestic political sensitivities following the disputed election.
What Tanzania-US legislators’ wrangle means for diplomacy
Tanzania· 2026-05-28
Prof Ali Makame Ussi cautioned that politicians who defect from parties often struggle to regain the same level of trust and influence even after returning.
What analysts see in Selasini, Msigwa’s return to ChademaTanzania· 2026-05-27
Prof Ali Makame Ussi noted that CCM’s secretariat has lacked strength since the October 29, 2025, election.
CCM secretariat shake-up expected soon amid government focusTanzania· 2026-02-26
Ali Makame Ussi is a political analyst who welcomed the initiative for prioritizing national interests.
Karume, Shein lead CCM–ACT talks to resolve Zanzibar political stalemateTanzania· 2026-02-21
Prof Ali Makame Ussi from the State University of Zanzibar highlighted the importance of competent leadership for achieving Vision 2050.
The kind of person Tanzania needs as the Prime MinisterTanzania· 2025-11-10
Prof Ali Makame Ussi of the State University of Zanzibar warned that turning Tanzania into a battlefield would undermine the very foundations of the nation.
Unforgettable moment: How chaos damaged Tanzania’s reputation as ‘Island of Peace’Tanzania· 2025-11-04
Prof Ali Makame Ussi said CCM targeted the main obstacles, poor roads, limited electricity, underdeveloped agriculture, and lack of value addition.
Samia pledges mega‑projects, reforms for Ruvuma, Mtwara, Lindi regionsTanzania· 2025-09-28
Prof Ali Makame Ussi emphasized that public support for the EAC weakens when leaders fail to honor budget commitments.
EAC borrows $660,960 internally to finance operations amid budget crisisTanzania· 2025-06-02
Prof Ali Makame Ussi suggested that despite past complaints, opposition parties should trust the wisdom of dialogue under the president’s leadership.
Opposition unite for electoral reforms, split on polls boycottTanzania· 2025-04-04
