INTRODUCING SAMIA SULUHU HASSAN: TANZANIA'S HISTORIC FIRST

Samia Suluhu Hassan ascended to the role of President of Tanzania in March 2021, making her the nation's first lady head of state. Her elevation to the presidency came following the sudden death of former President John Magufuli. Prior to her historic selection, Hassan served as Vice President under Magufuli, gaining valuable experience in governme

Born and raised in Tanzania's Zanzibar region, Samia Suluhu Hassan rose through the ranks of Tanzanian politics to become the country's first female president. Her rise began with a degree in management, followed by a career in politics that spanned a significant period. She held various responsibilities within the Tanzanian government, including