Ghana joins global appeals for justice amid Tanzania’s post-election violence

Ghana has expressed strong concern over the escalating political and human rights situation in Tanzania following the country’s October 29, 2025 general elections.

In a press statement issued on December 3, 2025, Minister of Foreign Affairs Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa said Ghana, as a member of the United Nations Human Rights Council, is deeply troubled by the reports of violence and loss of life recorded in the aftermath of the polls.

According to the statement, Ghana has observed ‘significant security developments’ marked by civilian casualties, street clashes, and violent confrontations between protesters and state security forces.

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The government described the situation as alarming, with potential long-term implications for peace and stability in Tanzania.

Ghana expressed regret over the deaths and injuries reported and extended condolences to the bereaved families while wishing the injured a speedy recovery.

It further acknowledged assurances by Tanzanian authorities to address impunity and uphold accountability, justice and constitutional order.

“Ghana particularly regrets the civilian casualties and extends heartfelt condolences to all the families who are grieving their loved ones lost to the unwarranted violence. We also wish speedy recovery to all those who have suffered injuries”, the statement indicated.

The statement underscored the importance of effective and rights-respecting policing, urging Tanzanian security forces and relevant state institutions to remain mindful of their obligations under international law, particularly in safeguarding the rights of protesters.

Ghana also called on all stakeholders, including government authorities, political parties, civil society, security agencies and protesters to demonstrate commitment to the rule of law, democracy, good governance and the protection of civic space.

At what it described as a critical moment, Ghana aligned itself with appeals from the African Union, the Commonwealth and the United Nations, including the call by the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights for maximum restraint and transparent, credible investigations into the post-election violence.

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“At this critical juncture, Ghana, as a member of the United Nations Human Rights Council and mindful of its responsibilities to promote peace and human rights internationally, joins the calls made by the African Union, the Commonwealth and the United Nations, especially the call by the High Commissioner for Human Rights for all actors to exercise maximum restraint and for the conduct of transparent and credible impartial investigations into the post-election violence”, the statement said.

The statement emphasised that a fair, inclusive and lawful process is necessary to ensure justice for victims, detainees and alleged perpetrators alike.

Ghana further appealed to the international community to extend the necessary support to Tanzania as the country navigates the ongoing tensions and seeks a path toward stability and accountability.

Read the full statement below

Ghana as Member of the United Nations Human Rights Council expresses great concern over the the post-election political and human rights situation in Tanzania.

Ghana demands justice for all victims and an end to impunity. pic.twitter.com/rY8AI8KyZ9

— Sam Okudzeto Ablakwa (@S_OkudzetoAblak) December 3, 2025