Arap Kirwa links Tanzania’s protest to a betrayal of Nyerere’s past calls
By Cynthia Lodite, November 3, 2025Former Agriculture Minister Arap Kirwa has linked Tanzania’s protest to a betrayal of former Tanzanian President Mwalimu Julius Nyerere’s constant call for unity, which held the country at the time.
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Speaking in an interview with a local media house on Monday, November 3, 2025, the former minister, while calling for unity among Tanzanian leaders, also reminded them that everyone matters.
“What is happening in Tanzania is a mixture of betrayal of Mwalimu Nyerere’s call for unity and humility and a reminder that everyone matters,” Kirwa revealed.
He went on calling out Tanzanian leaders against speaking with arrogance, including leaders like the CCM Party Vice Chairman, who has been on record making a number of derogatory remarks.
“During the run-up to the elections, leaders spoke with a lot of arrogance, and the Vice Chairman of CCM made several derogatory statements,” Kirwa noted.
On his part, Arap Kirwa revealed that Samia Suluhu’s 98% election win reflects a miscalculation of justice, a robbery of democracy itself.
“Samia Suluhu’s 98% election win reflects a miscalculation of justice, a robbery of democracy itself” Kirwa added.
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The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) reports that Tanzania is experiencing shortages of food, fuel, and money after protests erupted during the country’s General Elections.
In its latest update on Sunday, November 2, 2025, FCDO warned of a significant shortage of food, fuel, and cash services, which it says has disrupted livelihoods, leaving thousands vulnerable.
“FCDO advises against all but essential travel to Tanzania. This is due to disruption and unrest following the 29 October election. There are shortages of food, fuel, and cash, compounded by the lack of internet services,” the United Kingdom (UK) government warned.
According to the UK Embassy in Tanzania, the shortage was further exacerbated by the Tanzanian government’s decision to shut down the internet, blocking access to information and crucial services.
Following the crisis, the UK has elevated its travel advisory against Tanzania, warning its citizens to avoid travelling to the East African nation.
It revealed widespread road blockades and closures nationwide, with many international flights having been cancelled to and from Nyerere International Airport in Dar es Salaam.