Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan has issued a stern warning against both local and foreign individuals attempting to interfere with the country’s peace and political affairs. In a firm statement, President Suluhu emphasized that no human being within or outside the country’s borders will be allowed to destabilize Tanzania’s long-standing unity.
“We will not allow any kind of human being to disturb our peace,” declared President Suluhu during a public address, expressing concern over an influx of foreign activists allegedly meddling in internal matters. “Activists have begun storming our country and involving themselves in our affairs. Let’s not allow them. They’ve destroyed their own homes Tanzania remains the only nation still standing tall, and we must protect it.”
Her comments come in the wake of heightened tension following the deportation of prominent Kenyan political figures and human rights advocates, including lawyer and PLP party leader Martha Karua, Lynn Ngugi, and Gloria Kimani, who were expelled shortly after arriving at Julius Nyerere International Airport. The group had traveled to attend court proceedings related to Tanzanian opposition leader Tundu Lissu, whose April arrest sparked international attention and regional outcry.
On Monday morning, another delegation led by former Kenyan Chief Justice Willy Mutunga and activists Hanifa Adani and Hussein Khalid was also denied entry and deported. Kenyan activist Boniface Mwangi, who arrived on Sunday, reported being harassed in his hotel room by individuals he claimed posed as police officers, urging him to leave the country immediately.
President Suluhu pushed back against accusations of bias, particularly those circulating on social media platforms. “People can say whatever they want using technology. I have been called names, but I will stand firm to protect the peace and unity of our nation. I was given this mandate, and I will not waver.”
She urged law enforcement agencies to act swiftly in response to any threat, whether by clarifying facts, refuting misinformation, or taking decisive legal steps. “Let’s not become a country where anyone can come in and say whatever they wish. The police must act quickly explain, deny, or take appropriate action.”
Acknowledging what she termed as “temptations” facing the nation, President Suluhu reiterated her zero-tolerance policy on interference. “We are not going to allow any form of human being to come and disturb our peace whether they are from within or outside our borders.”
The strong statement signals a growing assertiveness in Tanzania’s foreign policy and domestic security posture, as the administration seeks to shield the country from external political influence.
