Ibrahim Lipumba
Prof. Ibrahim Lipumba is an influential economist and politician in Tanzania, known for his role as the chairman of the Civic United Front (CUF) and his contributions to the political landscape of Zanzibar, particularly during the party's struggles.
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Prof Ibrahim Lipumba is a towering figure in Tanzanian opposition politics and was suddenly displaced as the national chairman of CUF.
Lipumba’s sudden replacement sparks CUF leadership rift
Tanzania· 2026-02-24
Prof Ibrahim Lipumba's leadership at the opposition Civic United Front (CUF) has come to an end following the annulment of the general election that confirmed his position.
CUF leadership shake-up marks end of Prof Lipumba’s EraTanzania· 2026-02-22
Prof Ibrahim Lipumba was placed in office but the election was nullified due to not obtaining the required votes.
Registrar of political parties cracks whip over CUF turmoilTanzania· 2026-02-14
Ibrahim Lipumba was the presidential candidate for the Civic United Front (CUF) during the 2000 General Election.
Mtei’s significant contribution to political pluralism in TanzaniaTanzania· 2026-01-21
Ibrahim Lipumba launched the party’s campaign alongside the party’s presidential candidate.
Chaumma, CUF unveil radical agendas as they launch campaignsTanzania· 2025-08-31
Prof Ibrahim Lipumba is the CUF national chairman who unveiled the manifesto in Dar es Salaam.
CUF pledges decent jobs in 2025 election manifestoTanzania· 2025-08-30Ibrahim Lipumba was a candidate in multiple elections, including the 2005 election.
Voter participation trend in Tanzania from 1958 to 2020Tanzania· 2025-08-01
Prof Ibrahim Lipumba arrived dressed in his party’s trademark colours and joined Mr Rungwe in the reserved section.
Massive turnout as new 7.6m register for 2025 General ElectionTanzania· 2025-07-26
Ibrahim Lipumba is the Chairman of CUF and was nominated as a presidential candidate for Tanzania in the October 2020 elections.
CUF kupata mgombea urais AgostiTanzania· 2025-07-08
Profesa Ibrahim Lipumba has not yet shown interest in applying for the presidency.
Chifu Yemba bado anautaka urais, achukua fomu kuomba ridhaaTanzania· 2025-07-02
Prof Ibrahim Lipumba was instrumental in advising the government alongside Msuya and Ndulu.
Cleopa Msuya: The architect of Tanzania’s economic transition passes awayTanzania· 2025-05-08
Civic United Front chairman Ibrahim Lipumba said Tanzania could mitigate any potential losses from the US market by expanding its exports within the continent and beyond.
How Tanzania should respond to Trump tariffsTanzania· 2025-04-06
Profesa Ibrahim Lipumba is the chairman of the Civic United Front (CUF) and has spoken about the economic challenges facing Tanzanian youth.
Lipumba alia na sera ya kukuza uchumiTanzania· 2025-03-02
Profesa Ibrahim Lipumba resigned as the chairman of CUF amid internal conflicts.
CCM inavyopenya Pemba, ngome ya upinzani ZanzibarTanzania· 2025-02-19
