The Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC), H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, has congratulated President Samia Suluhu Hassan on her re-election—praising the will of the people and calling this moment a powerful opportunity to strengthen democracy and national healing.
In his statement, Youssouf extended heartfelt congratulations to President Suluhu and the people of Tanzania, commending the largely peaceful conduct of the elections while acknowledging the sacrifices that came with it.
He expressed deep sorrow over the loss of lives reported in post-election protests, sending condolences to the families affected and urging for compassion, justice, and calm in the days ahead.
“Let this victory serve not only as a political milestone,” Youssouf emphasized, “but as a renewal of Tanzania’s promise—to uphold freedom, protect every voice, and defend the dignity of all its citizens.”
He underscored the sacred duty of leaders and citizens alike to preserve peace and fundamental freedoms—among them the right to free expression, peaceful assembly, and participation in governance. These, he noted, are the lifeblood of a thriving democracy.
Reaffirming the African Union’s unwavering commitment to the African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance, Youssouf urged all Tanzanian stakeholders to embrace the principles of rule of law, inclusion, and respect for human rights—the very foundations of a just and prosperous nation.
The AU further pledged to stand shoulder to shoulder with the Government and the people of Tanzania as they chart a path toward lasting peace, unity, and democratic progress.
“May this new chapter inspire courage, reconciliation, and hope—not just for Tanzania, but for the entire African continent.”
Samia Suluhu Wins Tanzania Election with 98% Amid Unrest As AUC Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf Congratulates Her
Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan has secured a landslide victory with 98% of the vote, in an election shadowed by violence, protests, and loss.
As streets filled with smoke and defiance, supporters of her Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) party celebrated a win hailed as “continuity and stability,” while critics mourned what they called a silenced democracy.
For many Tanzanians, this moment is both a triumph and a test — of peace, unity, and the soul of a nation still healing from unrest.
