Bongo Flava star Ali Kiba has publicly apologized to Tanzanians for his support of President Samia Suluhu Hassan's re-election bid, amidst growing public backlash against celebrities aligning with the ruling party.

• Ali Kiba's apology follows reports of businesses owned by other celebrity presidential supporters being vandalized.
• His long-time music rival, Diamond Platnumz, reportedly deleted pro-Samia social media posts.
• The apology aims to reconnect with fans and protect his brand amid rising political tensions and public sentiment against artists perceived to be supporting the government.