Kassim Majaliwa facts for kids
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Kassim Majaliwa
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Majaliwa in 2022
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| 10th Prime Minister of Tanzania | |
| In office 20 November 2015 – 13 November 2025 |
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| President | John Magufuli Samia Suluhu Hassan |
| Preceded by | Mizengo Pinda |
| Succeeded by | Mwigulu Nchemba |
| Deputy Minister of State for Regional Administration and Local Government | |
| In office November 2010 – 5 November 2015 |
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| President | Jakaya Kikwete |
| Prime Minister | Mizengo Pinda |
| Member of Parliament for Ruangwa |
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| Assumed office November 2010 |
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| District Commissioner for Urambo | |
| In office 2006–2010 |
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| President | Jakaya Kikwete |
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| Born | 22 December 1960 Ruangwa District, Lindi Region, Tanganyika Territory (now Tanzania) |
| Political party | CCM |
| Spouse | Mary Majaliwa |
| Alma mater | Mtwara TTC University of Dar es Salaam Stockholm University (PGDP) |
| Profession | Teacher (1988–2000) |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance |  United Rep. of Tanzania |
| Branch/service | National Service |
| Military camp | Makutopora JKT |
| Duration | 1 year |
Kassim Majaliwa Majaliwa, born on December 22, 1960, is an important politician from Tanzania. He served as the Prime Minister of Tanzania from 2015 until November 13, 2025. President John Magufuli chose him for this big role after the 2015 national election. Mr. Majaliwa belongs to the Chama Cha Mapinduzi party, which is the main political party in Tanzania. He also represented the area of Ruangwa as a Member of Parliament.
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Kassim Majaliwa's Early Life and Schooling
Kassim Majaliwa was born on December 22, 1960, in a village called Mnacho. This village is in the Ruangwa District of Lindi Region, Tanzania. He finished his high school studies at Kigonsera Secondary School in 1983.
After school, he became a teacher. He taught for 16 years, until 1999. During this time, he also continued his own education. He earned a teaching diploma in 1993 and a special degree in education from the University of Dar es Salaam in 1998.
Later, Mr. Majaliwa worked with teachers' groups. He was a secretary for the Tanzania Teachers' Association in different areas from 1999 to 2006. In 2006, he became a district commissioner for the Urambo district. He held this important job until he was elected to Parliament in 2010.
Kassim Majaliwa's Journey in Politics
Mr. Majaliwa started his political journey in 2010. He was first elected to the Parliament during the 2010 Tanzanian general election. He represented the Ruangwa area as a member of the Chama Cha Mapinduzi party.
From 2010 to 2015, he served as a Deputy Minister. This role was in the Prime Minister's Office, helping with local government and regional matters.
Becoming a Member of Parliament Again
In the 2015 Tanzanian general election, Mr. Majaliwa was chosen by the people of Ruangwa again. He won against another candidate, Omari Makota, by getting 55% of the votes.
Appointed as Prime Minister
After the 2015 election, John Magufuli became the President of Tanzania. On November 19, 2015, President Magufuli chose Kassim Majaliwa to be the Prime Minister of Tanzania. This was a big surprise to many people, even to Mr. Majaliwa himself!
People believed he was chosen because he was seen as humble, honest, and a hard worker. Also, he came from the southern part of Tanzania, which was important for balancing leadership across the country. His background as a teacher and his work in education were also seen as helpful for improving schools.
Some political groups disagreed with his choice, saying he did not have enough experience for such a high position.
Stepping Down from Parliament
In July 2025, Mr. Majaliwa shared that he would not run for Parliament again. The 2025 Tanzanian general election took place in October 2025. This meant he completed his term as a Member of Parliament for Ruangwa.
See also
In Spanish: Kassim Majaliwa para niños
