George Masaju | |
|---|---|
| 8th Attorney General of Tanzania | |
| In office 27 January 2015 – February 1, 2018 | |
| President | Jakaya Kikwete (2015) John Magufuli (2015-) |
| Preceded by | Frederick Werema |
| Succeeded by | Adelardus Kilangi |
| Constituency | Ex officio member |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Tanzania |
George Mcheche Masaju was the attorney general of Tanzania until February 1, 2018. He was appointed by President Jakaya Kikwete on 3 January 2015 and he continued to be the attorney general in Magufuli's cabinet.[1][2] On 13th June 2025 he was appointed as The Chief Justice of Tanzania by President Samia Suluhu Hassan. He replaces Prof Ibrahim Juma who has retired.
Early life and career
[edit]Before joining the attorney general's chambers in 2009 as deputy AG, he served as a legal adviser to the president.[3]
Masaju also serves as the board chairman of the Law School of Tanzania.[4]
Attorney General
[edit]He was sworn in as attorney general on 5 January 2015 at the State House and reappointed to that position on 5 November 2015.
References
[edit]- ^ "Rais amteua George Mcheche Masaju kuwa Mwana Sheria Mkuu wa Serikali". Michuzi Blog. 3 January 2015. Retrieved 3 January 2015.
- ^ "Masaju sworn in as Attorney General". Retrieved 2016-10-12.
- ^ "JK kuapisha aliowateua leo". Michuzi Blog. 21 October 2009. Retrieved 3 January 2015.
- ^ Mhagama, Hilda (23 December 2014). "Bilal calls for ethical, proficient lawyers". Daily News. Archived from the original on 4 January 2015. Retrieved 3 January 2015.
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