- On Wednesday, October 29, Tanzanians voted to elect a new president and members of parliament
- However, the election was marred by violence as thousands of citizens protested against the government’s action by President Samia Suluhu to prevent opposition candidates from participating in the election
- Kenya’s Deputy President Kithure Kindiki stirred emotions after sharing a message of hope for the citizens of Tanzania
Nairobi – Deputy President Kithur Kindiki has expressed his opinion about the ongoing protests in Tanzania following the chaotic elections.
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On Wednesday, October 29, Tanzanians went to the polls to choose new leaders amid controversy over the transparency of the election process.
Is Samia Suluhu the leader in the Tanzanian elections?
President Samia Solution Hassanrunning for a second term under the long-ruling Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM), faces little competition after the main opposition candidates were blocked.
The electoral commission prevented both main opposition parties, CHADEMA and ACT-Wazalendo, from fielding presidential candidates.
On election day, violent clashes between the police and protesters resulted in several people being seriously injured.
The BBC reported that violent protesters torched cars and caused extensive damage to public infrastructure as they demanded the annulment of the election.
In the neighborhood of Kimara Kibo, officers fired tear gas to disperse the protesters who wanted to boycott the elections.
Responding to development in the country TanzaniaKindiki called for calm as the electoral commission plans to announce the election results.
In a post on Facebook, Kindiki said he was praying for the peace and prosperity of the people of Tanzania. “We pray for peace, stability and prosperity of our brothers and sisters, our neighbors, the people of Tanzania,” Kindiki said.
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How Kenyans reacted to Kindiki’s remarks about the Tanzanian elections
However, Kindiki’s remarks caused mixed feelings from Kenyans who have been closely following developments in Tanzania.
Many Kenyans suggested that Tanzania needs justice and not just prayer.
Mt Kenya Daily
“We demand that the dictator leave as soon as possible!”
Brihood Blade
“Pray for yourself first because sugar wants your seat.”
Vynn Delicz
“So we ask for Samia to win or a solution 🤣🤣.”
Were Were
“Ask for justice which will automatically lead to peace, why do you rush to peace before justice?”
Stephen Macharia
“If the voice of the people is not heard, there will be no peace at all.”
Alvin Soita
“Are you praying?? Some problems are solved by just doing the right thing.”
Joan Martin Odeegard Lumadede
“Prayers are not a substitute for Justice. We are liberating Africa.”
Charles Njonjo
“Prayers are no substitute for wisdom.”
Did Tanzania announce a curfew in Dar es Salaam?
As previously reported, President Suluhu’s government announced a night curfew in Dar es Salaam following the tumultuous and chaotic election day celebrated by protestarrested, and shut down the internet almost entirely.
The decision came after angry opposition supporters flooded the streets, accusing the government of President Samia Suluhu Hassan of excluding the main candidates from the election.
The curfew, which came into effect on October 29 at 6 p.m., was announced by Inspector General of Police Camillus Wambura, who instructed residents to remain indoors until further notice.
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