JF Summary
Senior Member
- Jul 3, 2015
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Mohamed Ali Kibao, concerned with Tanzania authorities' silence regarding his father's murder, advises the President and Prime Minister to acknowledge what happened
More than a year after the murder of Mzee Ali Kibao in September 2024, Mohamed Ali Kibao, the son of the deceased, has expressed his grievances over receiving no answers from the authorities despite following up for a long time. He stated that what saddens them most is seeing significant resources directed toward protecting the rulers' interests while ordinary citizens lack justice. He cited the incident of the young man who disappeared after tearing the President's photo, and the move to close Bishop Gwajima's church after he condemned the abductions and killings.Mohamed added that the state of fear in the country has reached an alarming level, to the point where people are afraid even to offer condolences to bereaved families. He mentioned that he personally receives warnings to "be careful" without understanding what he has done wrong, seeing this as an image of a nation that has lost the freedom to mourn, ask questions, or seek justice without fear of intimidation.
He has advised the President and Prime Minister to listen and admit what has occurred, emphasizing the importance of evaluating incidents of insecurity and injustice. He cited examples such as the shooting of Lissu, the disappearance of Polepole, the disappearance of Soka, and the murder of Mzee Kibao. Mohamed stated that the people themselves fight for acceptable leadership, and if you see a group capable of bringing chaos, know there is a much bigger problem.
Public Opinion:
Many have agreed with everything Mohamed said, stating that the rule of law seems non-existent. Incidents of killings and abductions appear to have become usual and customary, while trust in security agencies continues to plummet due to their association with these events carried out for the interests of a few leaders.
Bishop Bagonza: Gen-Z halt demonstrations, let December 9 be a national funeral
The Bishop of the ELCT Karagwe Diocese, Dr. Benson Bagonza, through his Facebook page, has called on Gen Z youth to reflect and call off the demonstrations planned for December 9. He explained that the entire world, various institutions, and even internal authorities have already taken a stance on what is happening in the country.He stated that the current environment is full of bias, fear, and confusion, with abductors, religious leaders, citizens, and even security personnel issuing statements that reflect the state the nation has reached. Bishop Bagonza warned that the source of the confusion is the ongoing abductions, emphasizing that "he who does not condemn abduction is an abductor."
In his call, he stated that Tanzania has been built over 60 years but destroyed in a few days due to a lack of listening and accountability. He advised the Government to stop acts of abduction and aggressive rhetoric, and for Gen-Z to halt the demonstrations to give room for national dialogue. Furthermore, he proposed that December 9 be used as a day of national mourning for those who have lost their lives, emphasizing that a bullet can kill a person but cannot kill ideas.
Public Opinion:
Many have opposed the call to stop the demonstrations, insisting they cannot betray those killed under an "illegitimate regime," and that a national funeral cannot take place until the ruling Government is removed. They stated that the challenge lies not with the youth but with the leaders and state organs alleged to be involved in the deaths of civilians.
Additionally, others have interpreted Bagonza's message as giving his blessing to the youth and to Tanzanians in general to participate in the demonstrations by using the funeral format. They argue that in this way, everyone will turn out, and state organs will not intervene because the citizens will be attending to bury their kin.
Activist, Fortunatus Buyobe allegedly abducted by 'unknown assailants'
JamiiForums member and online content creator of investigative articles, Fortunatus Buyobe, is alleged to have been kidnapped in the evening in the Dar es Salaam area by people who identified themselves as Police before disappearing with him to an unknown location.Yesterday, December 4, Buyobe claimed through his X (Twitter) page that his life was in danger, stating he was being hunted by armed men who had also invaded his home without following legal procedures.
Public Opinion:
Many have said these incidents are increasing rapidly, with no sign of ending, if the Police, who are supposed to protect citizens, are the prime suspects. They added that the only way to stop them is to remove the CCM Government from power.
