- On Monday, President William Ruto issued a formal statement on the 2025 Tanzanian election results
- Suluhu emerged victorious with nearly 100% of the total votes cast in an election she contested alone after disqualifying her possible challengers
- In his statement, Ruto shared his advice with the Tanzanian people, including the political actors, amid the ongoing protests
Amos Khaemba, a journalist at TUKO.co.ke, brings over three years of experience covering politics and current affairs in Kenya.
Nairobi – President William Ruto has congratulated Tanzania’s president-elect, Samia Suluhu Hassan, following her sweeping victory in the country’s presidential election.
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According to the electoral commission, Suluhu secured approximately 31.9 million votes, representing 97.66% of the total ballots cast.
How many votes did Samia Suluhu get?
Voter turnout reached nearly 87% of the country’s 37.6 million registered voters.
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In a statement on Monday, November 3, Ruto congratulated Suluhu for winning her re-election in an election that has been described by many as chaotic.
“On behalf of the government and the people of the Republic of Kenya, and on my own behalf, I extend sincere congratulations to Her Excellency Samia Suluhu Hassan on her re-election in the General Election held on 29 October 2025.
“Kenya and Tanzania share deep historical ties and common aspirations for the prosperity and stability pf our peoples, anchored in our shared history and our joint membership in the East African Community (EAC),” Ruto said.
What message to William Ruto deliver to Tanzanian people?
In his congratulatory message, Ruto called on the Tanzanian people to uphold peace and the rule of law amid the ongoing protests.
He encouraged all political actors to embrace dialogue and tolerance as they seek to resolve issues emanating from the controversial election.
“I call upon the patriotic people of Tanzania to uphold peace and the rule of law, and I encourage all political actors and stakeholders to embrace dialogue and tolerance as they seek to resolve any issues at hand in order to safeguard democracy and stability
“Kenya stands ready to continue engaging constructively in the pursuit of our shared vision for a peace, prosperous and integrated East Africa,” he added.
Did AUC chair Mahmoud Ali Youssouf congratulate Samia Suluhu?
The chairperson of the African Union Commission, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, also congratulated Tanzania’s president-elect.
In an official statement by AU dated November 1, Youssouf acknowledged the results and reaffirmed the AU’s commitment to supporting Tanzania’s efforts toward peace, national cohesion, and democratic governance.
The AU chairperson expressed deep regret over the loss of life during the protests and extended condolences to the families of the victims.
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Can courts challenge Suluhu’s win?
As reported earlier, Samia’s controversial win cannot be challenged by any person.
According to the Tanzanian Constitution of 1977, Article 41, once the Electoral Commission declares a candidate duly elected, the courts have no authority to challenge or investigate the election outcome.
This clause shields presidential results from judicial review, affirming the finality of Suluhu’s victory.
According to the same constitutional provision, the president-elect must be sworn into office within seven days of the declaration, unless prevented by resignation or death.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
