Samia Suluhu Hassan

Samia Suluhu Hassan became Tanzania's president in March 2021 following John Magufuli's death, making her the country's first female leader. Born in 1960 in Zanzibar, she previously served as vice president from 2015-2021 and held various ministerial positions. Hassan has focused on economic reforms, COVID-19 vaccination campaigns, and improving international relations during her presidency.