Amani Abeid Karume
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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The first accord, signed in 2001, pitted President Amani Abeid Karume against CUF Secretary-General Seif Sharif Hamad.
CCM, ACT Wazalendo in simmering political tension
Tanzania· 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
