Samia warns against activism that turns violent
Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan has issued a stern warning against individuals who use political activism as a cover for violence and terrorism. She emphasized that true patriotism involves building the nation rather than destroying public infrastructure or intimidating the public.
Why it matters
The statement highlights the ongoing tension between political dissent and national security in Tanzania, setting a clear government stance against disruptive protest tactics.
Zanzibar. President Samia Suluhu Hassan has warned against individuals who claim to be activists while engaging in acts she described as terrorism, saying violence, destruction of property and attacks on public infrastructure cannot be justified in the name of political activism.
The article reports on official government statements without adding external commentary or editorializing the president's rhetoric.
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