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Juma Jux prays for peace and healing in Tanzania following chaotic polls
04th November, 2025 09:18 PM
Tanzanian singer Juma Jux has joined a growing list of public figures calling for peace and unity in the country following violent clashes that erupted after the recently concluded elections.
In a statement on his Instagram stories on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, the artiste shared a prayer for the nation, expressing sorrow over the chaos and loss witnessed during the electoral period.
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“Mungu ibariki Tanzania, praying for peace and healing. Mungu awatie nguvu na faraja waathirika wote,” Jux wrote, asking God to bless the country and comfort those affected by the violence.
His remarks come shortly after Diamond Platnumz expressed hope that Tanzania would experience more peace, love, and progress after weeks of chaos.
“Inshaallah Mwenyezi Mungu atujaalie amani zaidi ya tuliyokuwa nayo mwanzo, atujaalie upendo zaidi, umoja, mshikamano, maendeleo na azilaze roho za waliotangulia mahala pema peponi. Amina,” Diamond stated.
Their statements follow backlash online for remaining silent while the situation in the country worsened.
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Violent elections
The violence began on October 29, 2025, elections, which were marred by allegations of voter suppression and the exclusion of key opposition leaders. Protests erupted in Dar es Salaam and quickly spread to other cities, with demonstrators demanding transparency and accountability.
The government responded by deploying the military and police, enforcing curfews in major towns, and restricting internet access across the nation.
Reports from human rights groups and opposition figures indicate that hundreds of people may have died during clashes between protesters and security forces. Hospitals in several regions have treated scores of civilians injured by gunfire, while many others have been detained.
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The government has denied using excessive force and has not released an official death toll, insisting that security officers acted to restore order.
