Tanzanians have been urged to uphold unity, love and peace as the government awaits the final report of an independent commission investigating incidents of unrest that occurred during and after the October 29, 2025 General Election.
The appeal was made by Mr Frank Rungwana, a resident of Kimara in Dar es Salaam, on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, as the nation continues to wait for the outcome of the probe.
His remarks come only days after the commission was granted additional time to complete its work, allowing members to finalise the analysis of evidence, reports and views gathered from various stakeholders.
The extension is also expected to provide room for scientific investigation experts to analyse newly submitted exhibits and assist in preparing the final report that will later be submitted to President Samia Suluhu Hassan. The process will also include translating the document to enable wider public access.
Mr Rungwana said many citizens may not fully understand the level of independence granted to the commission in carrying out its duties, noting that the body has been transparent in its work.
“Many people may not know that this commission has been very independent in carrying out its work and in making public what it discovers,” he said.
He urged Tanzanians to avoid spreading propaganda and misinformation on social media and instead follow developments responsibly while maintaining confidence in the government.
“As Tanzanians, we must avoid propaganda and rumours circulating on social media. We should verify information and trust the government under President Samia. As we wait for the report, I urge everyone to remain patient, maintain unity and remember that we only have one Tanzania,” he said.
Mr Rungwana also emphasised the importance of allowing the commission to carry out its duties freely without pressure or attacks directed at its members and leaders.
He warned against speculation about issues linked to the report before it is officially completed and presented, saying such discussions could undermine the commission’s work.
The independent commission investigating the incidents of unrest during and after the 2025 General Election began its work on November 20, 2025.
Since then, citizens and various groups have participated in the process by submitting evidence through interviews, text messages, phone calls and social media platforms, a move that helped broaden the scope of the investigation.
The commission was tasked with establishing the root causes of the incidents that occurred during and after the election and identifying the motives of those who organised or participated in acts of unrest.
It is also examining the impact of the incidents, the environment under which they occurred, and the measures taken by the government and its institutions in responding to the situation.
Additionally, the commission is expected to provide recommendations on areas that require strengthening in order to enhance accountability among leaders and citizens and help prevent similar incidents in the future.
The report, once submitted to President Samia Suluhu Hassan, is expected to provide a comprehensive account of the events surrounding the election period and offer guidance on safeguarding peace, stability and democratic processes in the country.
