Cleopa Msuya
Cleopa Msuya was a prominent Tanzanian politician who served as the country’s first Vice President and later as Prime Minister. Born in 1931 in Chomvu Village, he was a significant figure in Tanzania's post-independence political landscape, contributing to the nation's governance and development. Msuya passed away on May 7, 2025, after battling heart disease, and was honored with a national farewell attended by various political leaders, including President Samia Suluhu Hassan.
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Some Cabinet members, like Finance minister Cleopa Msuya, advocated for IMF-backed reforms.
Tanzania’s uneasy transition after Mwalimu stepped down
Tanzania· 2025-07-25
Former Prime Minister Cleopa Msuya passed away on May 7 at age 94.
CCM convenes special national congress on May 29–30 to endorse election manifestoTanzania· 2025-05-17
She concluded by offering condolences to the Government and people of Tanzania following the death of former First Vice President and Prime Minister Cleopa Msuya.
Tanzania targets investment growth with new tax dealTanzania· 2025-05-14
The late Msuya, who passed away on Wednesday, 7 May 2025, served as the country’s first Vice President and was also a retired Prime Minister.
Samia leads national farewell for Tanzania's former Prime Minister Cleopa MsuyaTanzania· 2025-05-13
