SAMIA SULUHU HASSAN: A PROFILE OF TANZANIA'S FIRST FEMALE PRESIDENT

Samia Suluhu Hassan ascended to the position of President of Tanzania in March 2021, making her the nation's first lady head of state. Her ascension to the presidency came following the sudden passing of former President John Magufuli. Prior to her historic designation, Hassan served as Vice Leader under Magufuli, gaining valuable experience in gov

Born and raised in Zanzibar, Samia Suluhu Hassan rose through the ranks of Tanzanian politics to become the country's inaugural female president. Her rise began with a degree in public administration, followed by a career in civil service that spanned years. She held various roles within the Tanzanian government, including Lands, Housing and Human