Tanzania: President-elect Samia Suluhu Hassan to be sworn in at private ceremony

Tanzanian President-elect Samia Suluhu Hassan will be sworn in on Monday, November 3, 2025, in a private ceremony held under tight security. Unlike previous inaugurations, which were typically held in stadiums attended by thousands of citizens, this year’s event will take place at the State House, with no public attendance allowed. Only senior government officials, diplomats, and foreign envoys have been invited. Security around the State House has reportedly been significantly increased to prevent any disruptions. The decision was announced on national television on November 2, following w

Tanzanian President-elect Samia Suluhu Hassan will be sworn in on Monday, November 3, 2025, in a private ceremony held under tight security. Unlike previous inaugurations, which were typically held in stadiums attended by thousands of citizens, this year’s event will take place at the State House, with no public attendance allowed. Only senior government officials, diplomats, and foreign envoys have been invited. Security around the State House has reportedly been significantly increased to prevent any disruptions. The decision was announced on national television on November 2, following widespread protests that broke out on October 29 after the presidential election. Protesters have called for the release of opposition leaders barred from contesting against President Samia, including Tundu Lissu of the CHADEMA party. They are also demanding that the election be annulled and re-run to allow opposition participation. On November 1, CHADEMA told AFP that at least 800 people had been killed during the protests. However, the UN Human Rights Office reported that the death toll was around 10. Tanzania’s Electoral Commission declared President Samia the winner with 97.66% of the vote, while the remaining 16 candidates shared less than 3%. CHADEMA rejected the results, calling them fraudulent. Since the unrest began, internet access has been shut down, residents in Dar es Salaam have been ordered to remain indoors from evening until morning, and schools have been closed.