Tanzania’s incumbent president Samia Suluhu Hassan has been officially declared the winner of the country’s presidential election after securing an overwhelming 31,913,866 votes, representing 98% of the total ballots cast.
According to official results released by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Suluhu’s main challenger, Chaumu, managed to garner 213,414 votes, translating to only 0.65% of the total vote.
The landslide victory firmly cements Suluhu’s position as one of the most dominant political figures in East Africa. Speaking shortly after her victory was confirmed, President Suluhu thanked Tanzanians for renewing their trust in her leadership, promising to continue promoting peace, unity, and national development.
“Naomba niwashukuru Watanzania wazalendo kwa kuniamini na kunipigia kura tena kuwa kiongozi wao. Uchaguzi ulikuwa wa haki na uhuru, na kila mtu alipata nafasi ya kutimiza haki yao ya kikatiba,” she said in her acceptance speech.
Her supporters across major cities, including Dar es Salaam, Dodoma, and Arusha, took to the streets in celebration, waving flags and chanting her name. The atmosphere was electric as Tanzanians expressed optimism for continuity and stability under her administration.
However, some opposition figures have questioned the credibility of the election, citing irregularities in vote tallying and limited access for observers in certain regions. The electoral body has, however, dismissed these claims, insisting the process was free, fair, and transparent.
President Suluhu’s victory marks a significant moment in Tanzania’s political history, reaffirming her leadership and vision for a united and progressive nation.
