Zimbabwe's Vice President Constantino Chiwenga represented the nation at ceremonies marking Samia Suluhu Hassan's inauguration as Tanzanian president after her election win with approximately 98 percent support. During remarks delivered on behalf of President Emmerson Mnangagwa, Chiwenga condemned post-election violence that erupted in the East African country and called such conduct inappropriate for modern times. He emphasized historical bonds between the two nations dating to Zimbabwe's independence movement when Tanzania provided support as a frontline state.
Chiwenga urged political leaders to pursue dialogue and reconciliation rather than conflict when disputes arise over electoral outcomes. Hassan acknowledged the disturbances and pledged to restore peace while advancing national progress. Regional leaders at the event echoed calls for stability, with Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema noting that violence prevents advancement and any loss of life carries grave consequences.
Additional attendees included presidents from Mozambique, Somalia and Burundi along with former Tanzanian leader Jakaya Kikwete. Delegations from African and European countries joined representatives from China and United Nations agencies at the gathering.
Chiwenga urged political leaders to pursue dialogue and reconciliation rather than conflict when disputes arise over electoral outcomes. Hassan acknowledged the disturbances and pledged to restore peace while advancing national progress. Regional leaders at the event echoed calls for stability, with Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema noting that violence prevents advancement and any loss of life carries grave consequences.
Additional attendees included presidents from Mozambique, Somalia and Burundi along with former Tanzanian leader Jakaya Kikwete. Delegations from African and European countries joined representatives from China and United Nations agencies at the gathering.
