As streets burn and voices rise in Tanzania’s post-election unrest, music stars Diamond Platnumz, Zuchu and Juma Jux are turning to prayer — pleading for peace in a nation on edge.
Tanzanian music icon Diamond Platnumz has lifted a heartfelt prayer for peace and unity as the nation grapples with unrest following the disputed 2025 general election.
In an emotional message shared on his Instagram stories, Diamond expressed hope that Tanzania would see more peace, love, progress, and healing after weeks of chaos.
“Inshaallah Mwenyezi Mungu atujaalie amani zaidi ya tuliyokuwa nayo mwanzo, atujaalie upendo zaidi, umoja, mshikamano, maendeleo na azilaze roho za waliotangulia mahala pema peponi. Amina,” he wrote.
Diamond’s words come after facing backlash online for his earlier silence while tensions escalated, showing a nation in pain and citizens crying out for calm.
The violence erupted on October 29, 2025, during elections marred by allegations of voter suppression and exclusion of key opposition leaders.
Protests in Dar es Salaam quickly spread to other cities, with demonstrators demanding transparency and accountability. The government responded by deploying the military and police, imposing curfews, and restricting internet access.
Reports from human rights groups suggest hundreds may have died, while many more were injured or detained. Hospitals across several regions have treated scores of civilians wounded by gunfire, highlighting the human cost of unrest.
Public anger has also targeted celebrities and influencers who were perceived as prioritizing careers over the suffering of citizens, with Diamond among those previously supportive of President Samia Suluhu.
Despite a fragile calm returning to some areas, tensions remain high, and calls continue from opposition leaders, international organizations, and human rights bodies for independent investigations into the elections and reported abuses.
Diamond’s prayer stands as a call for unity, hope, and healing in a nation striving to recover from violence, uncertainty, and fear.
Zuchu Prays for Peace Amid Tanzania’s Political Chaos
Tanzanian singer Zuchu has joined a growing chorus of public figures calling for peace and unity in her country, as political unrest continues to grip the nation.
On Tuesday, November 4, 2025, the celebrated Sukari hitmaker shared a heartfelt prayer on her Instagram stories, asking God to protect Tanzania and restore calm:
“Ewe Mola, ihifadhi nchi yetu Tanzania. Ijalie amani, umoja na upendo.”
(“Oh Lord, protect our country, Tanzania. Grant it peace, unity, and love.”)
Her plea comes just a day after President Samia Suluhu Hassan urged citizens participating in post-election protests to embrace dialogue rather than violence, emphasizing that peace is the nation’s most valuable asset.
Addressing the country on Monday, November 3, 2025, after days of tension in several towns, President Samia reminded Tanzanians that true strength lies in conversation and cooperation, not confrontation.
“We must choose what benefits us all, because the safety of our entire nation is protected by each one of us, with all our might and at any cost,” she said, speaking both as a leader and as a mother to the nation.
She warned that unrest only leads to pain, loss, and division, while dialogue fosters understanding, reconciliation, and national unity:
“Chaos and the absence of peace only end in the testing of strength and defence, but dialogue brings about unity and understanding,” she added.
As Tanzania navigates this tense period, voices like Zuchu’s are a reminder of the power of prayer, hope, and collective responsibility in guiding the nation toward calm and reconciliation.
Juma Jux, Diamond Platnumz and Zuchu Prays for Peace and Healing Amid Tanzania’s Chaotic Elections
Tanzanian singer Juma Jux has joined a growing number of public figures calling for peace and unity in the country following violent clashes that erupted after the recently concluded elections.
On Tuesday, November 4, 2025, the celebrated artiste took to his Instagram stories to share a heartfelt prayer for the nation, expressing deep sorrow over the chaos and loss witnessed during the electoral period:
“Mungu ibariki Tanzania, praying for peace and healing. Mungu awatie nguvu na faraja waathirika wote.”
(“God bless Tanzania, praying for peace and healing. May God give strength and comfort to all the victims.”)
Juma Jux’s prayer comes shortly after Diamond Platnumz expressed hope that Tanzania would experience more peace, love, unity, and progress after weeks of turmoil:
“Inshaallah Mwenyezi Mungu atujaalie amani zaidi ya tuliyokuwa nayo mwanzo, atujaalie upendo zaidi, umoja, mshikamano, maendeleo na azilaze roho za waliotangulia mahala pema peponi. Amina.”
Both stars’ appeals follow backlash online for remaining silent while the situation in the country worsened, highlighting the weight of public expectation on influential figures.
The unrest began on October 29, 2025, during elections marred by allegations of voter suppression and the exclusion of key opposition leaders.
Protests erupted in Dar es Salaam and quickly spread to other cities, with demonstrators demanding transparency and accountability.
The government responded by deploying the military and police, enforcing curfews, and restricting internet access.
Human rights groups and opposition figures report that hundreds may have died, with hospitals treating scores of civilians injured by gunfire and many others detained.
Despite the tense situation, Juma Jux’s prayer stands as a heartfelt call for healing, hope, and national reconciliation, a reminder that even in chaos, the desire for peace persists.
