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In a firm parliamentary address today, the Minister of Home Affairs, Patrobas Katambi, announced a blanket suspension of all public political rallies across Tanzania, directing law enforcement to halt the issuance of gathering permits immediately.
Addressing the Speaker and the Parliament, Minister Katambi cited rising political tensions and public anxiety as the primary catalysts for the decisive action. Acting under the Ministry’s mandate as the "custodian of peace, order, and tranquility," the government aims to curb political incitement and restore a stable environment.
" I direct IGP Wambura not to issue permits for any activities related to holding public rallies during this period for any party, whether it is Chama cha Mapinduzi or any other party. It is better we return to allowing citizens to build the economy of their country"
Addressing the Speaker and the Parliament, Minister Katambi cited rising political tensions and public anxiety as the primary catalysts for the decisive action. Acting under the Ministry’s mandate as the "custodian of peace, order, and tranquility," the government aims to curb political incitement and restore a stable environment.
" I direct IGP Wambura not to issue permits for any activities related to holding public rallies during this period for any party, whether it is Chama cha Mapinduzi or any other party. It is better we return to allowing citizens to build the economy of their country"