Tough road ahead for Speaker of Parliament Dr Tulia in new Uyole Constituency
Speaker of the National Assembly of Tanzania and Member of Parliament for Mbeya Urban, Dr Tulia Ackson, addresses residents of Uyole as she announces her intention to contest the constituency in this year’s general election. PHOTO | COURTESY
Mbeya. Despite being tipped for victory, Dr Tulia Ackson faces significant challenges as she contests the newly created Uyole parliamentary seat, say local residents, political stakeholders and analysts.
Dr Tulia recently announced her intention to run for Uyole after representing Mbeya Urban constituency for ten years—five elected terms and five by appointment.
