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Originally published by Citizen DigitalNovember 20, 2025
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Suluhu launches probe into election chaos, blames opposition and NGOs
The commission has been tasked with uncovering the root causes of the violence, along with statements made by some opposition members that she says may have fueled the.....
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Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan has launched an independent commission to investigate unrest during and after last month’s general election, accusing the opposition and NGOs of fueling tensions. This move comes after initial claims of a peaceful election, with Suluhu now acknowledging chaos and deaths.
- The eight-member commission will be chaired by retired chief justice Mohammed Chande Othman.
- President Suluhu has directed the commission to examine the role of non-governmental organizations, both within and outside Tanzania, and statements made by opposition members.
- The opposition Chama Cha Demokrasia na Maendeleo (Chadema) has rejected the commission, with Party Vice Chairperson John Heche arguing that President Suluhu lacks the legitimacy to appoint it and demanding an independent international body for investigation.
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