Tanzania announces Chamwino by-election for November 2026

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has scheduled by-elections for the Chamwino parliamentary constituency and 11 councilor wards across mainland Tanzania for November 4, 2026.

The vacancy in the Chamwino constituency follows the appointment of former Member of Parliament Dr. Deogratias John Ndejembi as the Vice President of the United Republic of Tanzania. His appointment was made on August 26, 2026, and confirmed by Parliament on August 28, 2026.

Additionally, 11 councilor positions will be contested due to eight deaths and three resignations. The affected wards include Nondwe, Lugenge, Bargish, Makole, Mwera, Oldonyosambu, Igalula, Shelui, Mvumi, Nyarero, and Ilolangulu.

According to the electoral schedule, nomination forms will be available from October 7 to October 13, 2026, with nominations finalized on October 13. Campaigning is set to run from October 14 through November 3, 2026.