Hassan Magulumali
Tanzania’s Chief Government Spokesperson, Gerson Msigwa, has assured citizens that the country remains peaceful and united 100 days after the October 29, 2025 General Election that returned President Samia Suluhu Hassan to office.
Speaking to BBC Swahili on February 10, 2026, Msigwa said the government has restored calm and maintained national cohesion despite post-election tensions and isolated unrest reported in the weeks following the vote.
He said Tanzania has once again demonstrated its ability to safeguard national stability after a major political exercise, stressing that public safety and unity remain the government’s top priorities.
“Overall, the nation is safe during these 100 days. Tanzania has shown once again that it can ensure the country is secure, its people are safe, and they continue with their daily activities as normal,” Msigwa said. He added that, despite the challenges that emerged after the election, citizens remain united and social order has been preserved.
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Msigwa noted that economic activities are continuing normally across the country, with the government proceeding with implementation of budgeted development programmes. He emphasized that maintaining peace is essential to allow citizens and businesses to operate without fear or disruption.
He also addressed the ongoing work of a judicial commission of inquiry led by retired Chief Justice Mohamed Chande Othman, which was formed to investigate deaths, injuries, and other incidents linked to election-period protests and demonstrations.
According to Msigwa, the commission is operating independently and transparently, countering earlier public concerns expressed when it was first announced. He said the government will act on the commission’s recommendations once its report is completed and formally submitted.
He cautioned against premature conclusions about responsibility for the reported incidents, saying judgments should wait until the commission establishes the factual and legal findings through its investigations.
