Ali Mohamed Shein

Ali Mohamed Shein

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Ali Mohamed Shein is a former President of Zanzibar, known for his leadership during the Seventh Phase. His experience and insights into the political dynamics of Zanzibar are valuable, especially as the region prepares for the upcoming general elections.

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Dr Ali Mohamed Shein was the former President during whose administration Mansura Mossi Kassim was appointed director.

Mwinyi Swears in Mansura Mossi Kassim as Zanzibar Chief Secretary
The Citizen – major Tanzanian English newspaper, est. 2004·TanzaniaTanzania· 2026-06-24
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Ms Kassim began her public service career during the administration of the Seventh Phase Government under President Dr Ali Mohamed Shein.

Mwinyi appoints Mansura Mossi Kassim as Zanzibar Chief Secretary
The Citizen – major Tanzanian English newspaper, est. 2004·TanzaniaTanzania· 2026-06-22
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Ali Mohamed Shein is a former Zanzibar president involved in the negotiations to resolve the political stalemate.

Karume, Shein lead CCM–ACT talks to resolve Zanzibar political stalemate
The Citizen – major Tanzanian English newspaper, est. 2004·TanzaniaTanzania· 2026-02-21
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Ali Mohamed Shein emphasised rehabilitation programmes for the clove economy during his presidency.

An open letter to Her Excellency Dr Samia Suluhu Hassan
The Citizen – major Tanzanian English newspaper, est. 2004·TanzaniaTanzania· 2026-01-27
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Ali Mohamed Shein is a former President who was presented with a framed image during an event at Fumba Town.

Fumba Town at 10: From bold vision to a model for Africa’s sustainable urban future
The Citizen – major Tanzanian English newspaper, est. 2004·TanzaniaTanzania· 2025-11-26
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Ali Mohamed Shein's conservative stewardship is mentioned in contrast to Dr Mwinyi's approach.

Mwinyi’s presidency ushers in era of pragmatism and reconciliation in Zanzibar
The Citizen – major Tanzanian English newspaper, est. 2004·TanzaniaTanzania· 2025-11-07
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Former Zanzibar President Dr Ali Mohamed Shein commended President Samia and Dr Mwinyi for their strong stewardship of the Union.

Samia Declares: “We’ll defend the union and drive Tanzania’s shared prosperity”
The Citizen – major Tanzanian English newspaper, est. 2004·TanzaniaTanzania· 2025-10-24
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Ali Mohamed Shein appointed Othman Masoud Othman as Attorney General in 2011.

Othman promises to complete the democratic dream
The Citizen – major Tanzanian English newspaper, est. 2004·TanzaniaTanzania· 2025-10-06
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Ali Mohamed Shein is a former President of Zanzibar under whom Said Soud Said served as a nominated member of the House of Representatives.

Why Said Soud Said wants to ban king-size beds in Zanzibar
The Citizen – major Tanzanian English newspaper, est. 2004·TanzaniaTanzania· 2025-09-29
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Ali Mohamed Shein is the former President mentioned by Mbeto as having overseen the increase in clove prices.

Mbeto faults opposition on clove price claims
The Citizen – major Tanzanian English newspaper, est. 2004·TanzaniaTanzania· 2025-09-19
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Former President Ali Mohamed Shein endorsed Dr Mwinyi, praising his achievements and urging support for a second term.

Dr Mwinyi outlines three priorities if re-elected in Zanzibar
The Citizen – major Tanzanian English newspaper, est. 2004·TanzaniaTanzania· 2025-09-13
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Although the Constituent Assembly passed the Proposed Constitution on October 2, 2014, and handed it to then-President Jakaya Kikwete and Zanzibar President Dr. Ali Mohamed Shein for launch, the referendum that was to follow has never been held.

Warioba: Lack of political will still crippling Tanzania’s constitution-making process
The Citizen – major Tanzanian English newspaper, est. 2004·TanzaniaTanzania· 2025-09-07
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Former President Dr Ali Mohamed Shein was also in attendance.

Zanzibar President Mwinyi calls for peace ahead of general election
The Citizen – major Tanzanian English newspaper, est. 2004·TanzaniaTanzania· 2025-03-31
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