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Tanzania Government Responds To Foreign Reprimands on Post-Election Violence, Highlights Establishment Of Commission Of Inquiry and Upcoming Report
The Government of Tanzania issued a statement in response to recent foreign reprimands regarding post-election events, noting the establishment of a Commission of Inquiry to review the unrest. It reaffirmed its commitment to international cooperation and called for national mechanisms to proceed.
15 EU Countries, UK, Canada Call for Release of Political Prisoners After Tanzania Election Violence
Fifteen European Union countries, the United Kingdom, and Canada issued a joint statement on Tanzania's post-election violence, calling on authorities to release bodies to families and free all political prisoners. The statement cited credible reports of extrajudicial killings, disappearances, and arbitrary arrests following the October 29 elections.
U.S. Reviews Bilateral Relations with Tanzania Over Religious Freedom Repression, Investment Obstacles, and Election Violence
The United States has initiated a comprehensive review of its bilateral relationship with Tanzania following concerns about religious freedom repression, obstacles to U.S. investment, and violence surrounding the October 29 elections. In a statement, the U.S. State Department indicated that recent actions by the Tanzanian government have put American citizens, tourists, and U.S. interests in Tanzania at risk.
President Samia Suluhu Hassan Warns Against Foreign Interference, Reaffirms Tanzania’s Sovereignty and Political Stability After Election Unrest
Tanzania's President Samia Suluhu Hassan addressed the October 29 election unrest, warning foreign actors against interference and affirming Tanzania’s sovereignty and political stability, while highlighting the R4 philosophy (Reconciliation, Resilience, Reforms, and Rebuilding) and ongoing constitutional review.
EU Parliament Demands New Tanzania Elections, Probe into Killings, and Aid Freeze
The European Parliament adopted a resolution condemning post-election killings in Tanzania and calling for the release of opposition leader Tundu Lissu and for new elections. It also urged investigations and requested a review of the EU’s 2025 Annual Action Plan for Tanzania.
EU Parliament Committees Adopt Objection to Block 2025 Financing for Tanzania Over Human Rights and Election Concerns
The European Parliament’s Committee on Foreign Affairs (AFET) and the Committee on Development (DEVE) adopted a resolution calling on the European Commission to withdraw its draft decision on the financing of the 2025 Annual Action Plan (AAP) for Tanzania, citing post-election violence and democratic backsliding. This move has already caused the Commission to suspend the adoption process, pending a final vote by the full European Parliament.
EU Raises Concern Over Tanzania’s 2025 Election Irregularities, SADC Says Voters Could Not Express Their Will, Process Failed to Comply with AU Principles
The EU and SADC issued statements on Tanzania’s 2025 general election. The EU voiced concern over irregularities, violence, and the lack of a level playing field, while SADC reported intimidation, low turnout, and said voters could not freely express their democratic will.
President Samia Suluhu Hassan Inaugurated for Second Term, to Present Five-Year Government Priorities to 13th Parliament
President Samia Suluhu Hassan was inaugurated in Dodoma on 3 November 2025 for her second term after winning 97.66% of the vote. In her speech, she urged Tanzanians to embrace unity and peace, reaffirmed the 4R philosophy, and said her government’s detailed priorities for the next five years will be presented in the inaugural address to the 13th Parliament.
President Samia Suluhu Hassan Wins Tanzania 2025 Election Amid Violent Protests and Internet Blackout
President Samia Suluhu Hassan secured 97.66% of the vote in Tanzania’s 2025 general election, according to the Electoral Commission, amid widespread unrest. Violent protests, military deployment, and a nationwide internet blackout have made independent verification of reports nearly impossible.