ACCRA, Ghana — Ghana has voiced deep concern over the deteriorating political and human rights situation in Tanzania following the general elections held on 29 October 2025.
In a statement issued on 3 December 2025, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs highlighted that the post-election period has been marked by significant security incidents, including fatalities, street clashes, and violent standoffs between security forces and protesters, raising concerns about the country’s long-term stability.
Ghana extended condolences to families affected by the unrest and wished a speedy recovery to those injured.
It also underscored the importance of accountability and respect for constitutional order, calling on Tanzanian authorities to address impunity and ensure protection of all human rights, especially for protesters.
The statement emphasized that all stakeholders—including authorities, political parties, civil society, and security forces—must uphold the rule of law, safeguard democratic processes, and respect civic space.
As a member of the UN Human Rights Council, Ghana joined international calls, including those from the African Union, Commonwealth, United Nations, and the High Commissioner for Human Rights, urging restraint, impartial investigations, and transparent handling of post-election violence.
The country stressed that victims, detainees, and alleged perpetrators must have access to due process under international human rights law.
Ghana concluded by calling on the international community to provide support to Tanzania during this critical period.
