Minister of Home Affairs, George Simbachawene, has called on young people and activists to pursue their rights through peaceful and lawful channels, warning that violence and unrest never deliver lasting solutions.
He cited the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) as an example, where citizens have spent over three decades seeking peace that remains elusive due to prolonged conflict.
The minister made the remarks during the Second Tripartite Meeting involving the Governments of Tanzania and the DRC, alongside the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR).
The meeting also provided a platform for signing agreements detailing the repatriation of 26,256 Congolese refugees currently residing in Tanzania.
During the ceremony, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Home Affairs of the DRC, Shabani Bihango, and UNHCR Tanzania representative Barbara Dotse commended Tanzania for hosting the refugees for more than 30 years, acknowledging the country’s role in providing stability and protection.
Speaking at the meeting, Minister Simbachawene emphasized that structured dialogue and lawful advocacy are the most effective ways to address social and political grievances.
He noted that peaceful engagement strengthens social cohesion and prevents the disruptions, economic setbacks, and human suffering often caused by unrest.
The repatriation initiative underscores the importance of regional cooperation and the value of orderly, coordinated approaches in addressing complex humanitarian challenges, highlighting Tanzania’s leadership in promoting stability and peace.
