ANC cites communication glitch in Tanzania poll absence, stresses solidarity
According to INEC’s official tally, President Samia secured 31,913,866 votes, marking a decisive win for the CCM-led administration.
South Africa’s ruling African National Congress (ANC) has revealed that a communication issue prevented its team from observing Tanzania’s recent general elections, despite being officially invited by the country’s ruling party, Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM).
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declared Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan the winner, with official figures showing she received 97.66 per cent of the votes cast.
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In a statement issued on Friday, October 31, the ANC said its delegation, headed by Deputy Secretary General Nomvula Mokonyane, had travelled to Tanzania at CCM’s invitation.
The trip was intended to allow the party to monitor the electoral process, continuing a long-standing practice of cooperation and political solidarity between the two parties.
“However, for reasons that are currently unknown, a communication breakdown occurred. As a result, the delegation was unable to observe any aspect of the elections,” said ANC National Spokesperson Mahlengi Bhengu.
The ANC added that while Mokonyane and her team had attended pre-election events, including final campaign rallies, they were unable to gain access to official polling stations or vote-counting operations once voting began.
Despite this setback, the ANC expressed confidence in officially accredited regional observer missions, noting that these bodies would provide a full assessment of the elections’ credibility.
“The ANC places its confidence in regional bodies that are mandated to observe the overall integrity of the process and looks forward to the comprehensive assessments of accredited international observer missions,” the statement read.
The party also reiterated its commitment to maintaining strong relations with Tanzania and CCM, stressing the importance of regional partnerships in promoting democratic governance and development across Africa.
“The African National Congress values its relationship with the people of Tanzania and remains committed to fostering constructive collaboration across the continent,” the statement said.
Mokonyane has returned to South Africa and is expected to brief senior ANC officials on the outcomes of the visit.
According to INEC’s official tally, President Samia secured 31,913,866 votes, marking a decisive win for the CCM-led administration.
Reports suggest that protests have emerged in some regions following the announcement of the results, prompting security deployments in key cities, including Dar es Salaam and Arusha.
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