The United Republic of Tanzania, through the National Electoral Commission (NEC), continues to implement preparations for the upcoming General Election in line with established laws and regulations. As part of these crucial preparations, the Returning Officer for Itigi Constituency, under the Itigi District Council, has officially announced a call for interviews for applicants who expressed interest in serving as Polling Station Officials. This recruitment and vetting exercise is a significant step in ensuring the smooth conduct of the elections, guaranteeing transparency, accountability, and integrity throughout the electoral process.
The announcement is made in accordance with Section 6 (6) of The Election of President, Members of Parliament and Councilors Act No. 1 of 2024, as well as Regulation 11 of The Election of President, Members of Parliament and Councilors Regulations of 2025. These legal provisions empower the Returning Officer to carry out the process of verifying and appointing polling station staff who will play a direct role in managing the election at the grassroots level. The process ensures that individuals appointed to serve are competent, impartial, and capable of upholding the principles of free and fair elections.