This took place in 1977, when they formed Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM; "Party of the Revolution"). The new constitution ensured the de jure nature of the Tanzanian one-party state. Nyerere began promoting Jumbe as his potential successor
Izi zidachitika mu 1977, pomwe adapanga Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM; Party of the Revolution). Lamulo latsopanoli lidawonetsetsa kuti dziko la Tanzania la chipani chimodzi. Nyerere anayamba kukweza Jumbe kukhala womutsatira 