The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has expressed deep concern over the deteriorating political and human rights situation in Tanzania following the country’s general election on Wednesday, October 29, 2025.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, the Ministry noted that the post-election atmosphere has been marred by significant security disturbances, including loss of lives, violent clashes, and confrontations between protesters and security forces. It warned that the rising unrest could undermine the long-term stability of the East African nation.
Ghana extended condolences to families of those killed and wished the injured a swift recovery. It also called on Tanzanian authorities to ensure effective policing, maintain public order, uphold constitutional governance, and protect the rights of all citizens, including demonstrators.
The Ministry emphasized the responsibility of all actors from political parties and civil society to security agencies and protesters to uphold the rule of law, safeguard civic space, and prevent human rights abuses.
As a member of the United Nations Human Rights Council, Ghana aligned itself with calls from the African Union, the Commonwealth, the United Nations, and the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights for maximum restraint and for transparent and impartial investigations into the violence.
It stressed that credible legal processes rooted in the rule of law are essential to guarantee justice for victims, including both detainees and individuals accused of wrongdoing.
Ghana also urged the international community to support Tanzania as it navigates the challenges of its tense post-election period.
