Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM), the ruling party in Tanzania, has clearly stated that it will no longer tolerate laziness among its members, regardless of their rank or public popularity.

The party leadership has emphasized that all members, from grassroots level to top officials, will be judged based on their performance and commitment to party duties, not their status or influence.This move comes at a time when there is growing public concern about governance, service delivery, and accountability in the country.CCM, which has been in power since independence, is under pressure to show strong leadership and address issues such as corruption and inefficiency.By taking this firm position, the party aims to strengthen internal discipline and improve its public image ahead of future political developments.

Political analysts suggest that this decision may also be influenced by the need to maintain public trust and respond to increasing competition from opposition parties.

The announcement signals a shift from the traditional tendency of some political parties in Africa to protect influential members despite poor performance.However, observers have pointed out that the success of this initiative will depend on how it is implemented.

So far, CCM has not provided clear details on how performance will be measured or what specific actions will be taken against those who fail to meet expectations.Without transparent systems and consistent enforcement, there is a risk that the policy may remain just a statement without real impact.

Given CCM’s strong control over government institutions, any internal reforms within the party are likely to have a direct effect on national governance.If properly enforced, this approach could lead to better service delivery and improved accountability across public offices in Tanzania.