Editorial

Elections come and go but Tanzania remains

In just four days, millions of citizens will walk to polling stations and make choices that will shape Tanzania’s direction for years ahead. This moment carries enormous responsibility. Elections are not simply a matter of selecting leaders; they are a solemn expression of national will. They must never be weakened by anger, fear, manipulation or intimidation. The future of our democracy depends not on who wins but on how we conduct ourselves from now until the last vote is counted.

We appeal to every citizen to conduct himself/herself with patience and discipline. A peaceful election does not happen by accident – it is built by individual choices. Each word we speak, each message we share and each action we take either builds harmony or fuels conflict. Let us reject provocation, insults and confrontation. Tanzanians are one people, bound by a history of unity that has prevailed through challenges greater than elections.

This newspaper believes in principled democracy – one rooted in fairness, responsibility and dignity. Any act that threatens the integrity of the vote is a betrayal of the nation. Those who spread false information, incite violence or interfere with the voting process must be rejected by society without hesitation. No ambition is worth spilling blood. No seat is worth dividing a nation.

As voters, we must defend our right to choose leaders freely. This means turning up to vote early, respecting procedures at polling stations and allowing election officials to do their work without obstruction. It also means accepting outcomes peacefully while using lawful channels to address disputes.

We call upon the people of Arusha, Kilimanjaro, Manyara and Tanga – and all Tanzanians – to uphold the highest standard of civic conduct. Let us prove to the world once again that this country chooses dialogue over violence, maturity over chaos and unity over hatred. On October 29, let every vote speak – not with noise, but with wisdom. The destiny of our nation belongs to all of us.

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