Amani Abeid Karume
TanzaniapoliticianMale6.3Global Dominance: 0.00%Amani Abeid Karume is a former President of Zanzibar, having served during the Sixth Phase of leadership. His contributions to the political landscape continue to influence the region, and he remains a respected figure in national discussions.
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Their children included Amani Abeid Karume, who later became Zanzibar’s sixth President.
Why Fatma Karume's legacy lives beyond First Lady titleTanzania· 2026-09-23
Dr Mwinyi expressed condolences to the family of retired President Amani Abeid Karume following the passing of Mama Fatma Karume.
Mwinyi swears in OMO as First VP, calls for economic growth, reconciliationTanzania· 2026-09-22
Amani Abeid Karume is the son of Mama Karume and became Zanzibar’s sixth President.
Widow of Zanzibar’s first President dies aged 97Tanzania· 2026-09-22
Amani Abeid Karume was involved in previous political reconciliations in Zanzibar.
Ten bigwigs to shoulder fate of Zanzibar’s Government of National UnityTanzania· 2026-09-14
The first accord, signed in 2001, pitted President Amani Abeid Karume against CUF Secretary-General Seif Sharif Hamad.
CCM, ACT Wazalendo in simmering political tensionTanzania· 2026-07-15
He said Zanzibar's founders, including Abeid Amani Karume, intended the Revolution to bring equality and unity.
Inside CCM–ACT Wazalendo political reconciliation accordTanzania· 2026-07-10
Amani Abeid Karume is a former Zanzibar president involved in the reconciliation process between CCM and ACT-Wazalendo.
Tanzania’s CCM, ACT-Wazalendo move closer to unity dealTanzania· 2026-07-05
Amani Abeid Karume accepted to chair the Board of Trustees of the Edward Lowassa Foundation due to his long-standing friendship with the late Edward Lowassa.
Karume reveals why he accepted to lead Lowassa FoundationTanzania· 2026-06-28
Amani Abeid Karume is a former Zanzibar president overseeing the ongoing political talks.
Karume, Shein lead CCM–ACT talks to resolve Zanzibar political stalemateTanzania· 2026-02-21
Former Zanzibar president Dr Amani Abeid Karume was involved in facilitating the complex negotiations.
Zanzibar to hear outcomes of CCM–ACT talks soon, says OthmanTanzania· 2026-02-11
Amani Abeid Karume sought to modernise agriculture in Zanzibar amid challenges to the clove economy.
An open letter to Her Excellency Dr Samia Suluhu HassanTanzania· 2026-01-27
Amani Abeid Karume became the sixth president of the islands after succeeding his father, Abeid Amani Karume.
Roads, schools feats anchor Mwinyi’s bid for re-electionTanzania· 2025-10-03
Amani Abeid Karume appointed Samia Suluhu Hassan as Minister for Youth Employment, Women and Children Development.
A girl from Kizimkazi: The fascinating rise of Samia Suluhu HassanTanzania· 2025-10-01
Amani Abeid Karume has lauded Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) for its enduring strength and continued trust among Tanzanians.
Karume hails CCM’s enduring strength, praises Dr Nchimbi’s leadershipTanzania· 2025-08-28
Amani Abeid Karume is the former President of Zanzibar and the father of Fatma Karume.
Tanzania's Appellate Court allows govt to challenge Karume’s reinstatementTanzania· 2025-04-17
Amani Abeid Karume is the former President of Zanzibar and the father of Fatma Karume.
Tanzania's Appellate Court allows govt to challenge Karume’s reinstatementTanzania· 2025-04-17Former President Amani Abeid Karume was present at the event.
Zanzibar President Mwinyi calls for peace ahead of general electionTanzania· 2025-03-31
