Seasoned political analyst Herman Manyora has stated that if neighbouring Tanzania does not implement measures aimed at ensuring the nation recovers from the recent elections, it risks returning to the same state.

He added that President Samia Suluhu, who was sworn in under controversial circumstances, might not complete her five-year term in office.

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Speaking during an interview on a local radio station on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, Manyora said that Tanzania should embark on national healing, warning that without such measures, the nation will not progress and the president could face hostility during her term.

“But they can move on. They can pick the pieces and move on. Yeah, so that five years is not far; if they don’t do that, this lady will not finish five years.” Manyora stated.

Manyora described the recent events as deeply regrettable, particularly given the loss of lives. He said that the situation was such that it felt as though no proper election had taken place. However, he emphasised that it is possible to pick up the pieces and move forward.

He suggested that the first step should be a process of national healing and reconciliation by acknowledging that things went wrong. One tangible measure, he said, would be to provide the people of Tanzania with a new constitution. Manyora noted that citizens were shocked that the elections could not be contested in court, and such issues must be addressed.

Steps towards national healing

He further called for the release of opposition leaders and prisoners of conscience, including Tundu Lissu, without conditions, so the nation can begin rebuilding. Manyora acknowledged that moving forward will not be easy, given the behaviour of the leadership, but stressed that a mistake by one individual should not condemn the entire country.

He described the election events as a sad chapter in Tanzania’s history but maintained that the nation can recover and move on.

“So those kinds of issues have to be addressed, of course. Like I’ve said, the opposition, those in jail, must have removed prisoners of conscience; the boys and girls who have filled the jails must be removed and released immediately. Tundu Lissu must be freed without conditions, and they must begin building their country.” He added

According to Manyora, without the above coupled with sweeping reforms pertaining to their elections, the country might soon resort to despair, which might have great effects on their president.