ACT-Wazalendo's National Secretary for Information and Publicity, Salim Biman, has challenged the party's Women's Wing to rebuild internal unity, restore members' confidence and strengthen its structures, saying women's participation is critical to the party's political strength.
He said a politically strong party could not be built without an effective women's wing, urging members to take a more active role in leadership, decision-making and grassroots mobilisation.
Mr Biman made the remarks on November 1, 2026, when opening the Women's Wing's constitutional general meeting in Magharibi A Region, Zanzibar.
He said the party needed renewed commitment from its members to advance its political agenda, particularly the pursuit of democracy, justice and national sovereignty.
"We must continue strengthening the struggle for genuine democracy, justice and the full sovereignty of our country. This struggle requires awareness, patience and the participation of every one of us," he said.
His appeal comes amid a broader call for the women's wing to strengthen its organisational role and ensure that women remain active participants in shaping the party's direction.
Mr Biman also urged women to use their influence as parents and guardians to encourage young people to register for ZanID cards, stressing the importance of the identification documents in electoral participation.
"I urge women in our party to follow up with their young people and encourage them to complete the necessary procedures to obtain these cards, which are important for voting," he said.
He cautioned against delaying the process, saying mobilisation should begin early to ensure young people complete the necessary procedures in good time.
On party organisation, Mr Biman called on the women's wing to strengthen its presence from branch and constituency levels to the regional level, arguing that a stronger grassroots structure would contribute to the overall strength of ACT-Wazalendo.
He further urged members not to allow previous challenges to undermine their commitment, but to use them as lessons for organisational improvement.
"Let us not allow the challenges of the past to weaken our determination. Instead, we should use them as opportunities to learn, make corrections and strengthen our journey," he said.
He concluded by stressing that democracy required participation, justice demanded courage and national sovereignty depended on collective commitment, adding that women had an important role in advancing all three objectives.