CONGRATULATIONS – EALA TELLS H.E. DR JOHN MAGUFULI AND TANZANIANS

EALA has moved a Resolution congratulating President of the United Republic of Tanzania, H.E. Dr John Pombe Joseph Magufuli following his election as the fifth President of the United Republic of Tanzania. EALA further commends the people of the United Republic of Tanzania on their commitment to peace and democracy during the General elections.

At the same time, EALA wants H.E. Dr John Pombe Joseph Magufuli to address the Assembly at the earliest opportunity.

“Aware of the credible elections held in Tanzania, we would like to seize this great opportunity to extend to His Excellency, President John Pombe Joseph Magufuli our warmest congratulations and to wish him every success at a time of great expectations in Tanzania, the East African Community and Africa in general in terms of national unity, prosperity of the people in maintaining the position as a strong champion for regional integration and democracy in Africa.

We would also like to extend our sincere congratulations to the CCM party for the renewed confidence and trust by the people of the United Republic of Tanzania to spearhead their aspirations for a great future.  We commend the opposition fraternity for a well fought battle, for behaving responsibly after the defeat, keeping in mind the peace and security which are the common interest are above any other individual interest”, a section of the Resolution says.

The Resolution moved by Hon Jeremie Ngendakumana, recognizes and takes pride in the success of the United Republic of Tanzania which it avers has made history in what could be the most competitive Presidential elections ever since multiparty politics commenced.

The Assembly further appreciates the brilliance and tone of campaigns demonstrated which exemplifies maturity and vitality of democracy in Tanzania.

The general elections of October 25th, 2015 in Tanzania were the fifth since the re-introduction of the multiparty democracy in 1992 and therefore constituted another important step towards the consolidation of democracy.  Since the first multiparty elections in 1995, the United Republic of Tanzania has enjoyed peaceful transfer of political power in conformity with the constitutionally established Presidential limits.

Hon Mumbi Ngaru noted that the election of Dr Magufuli as President and that of H.E. Dr Samia Suluhu, as the first woman Vice President was good show for the women of East Africa. She remarked that Tanzania had realized significant maturity in the politics.

Hon Taslima Twaha remarked that whilst the elections had produced the President of United Republic of Tanzania, the Zanzibar Elections Commission had declared the elections in Zanzibar a nullity.

“The international community has called on President Magufuli to endeavor to expeditiously end the stalemate.  I propose that we add this matter on the Resolution”, Hon Twaha said.   Hon Maryam Ussi said the issue of Zanzibar was work in progress.

Hon Peter Mathuki said President Magufuli had taken on to fighting corruption wholeheartedly and this in the long run would prove to be useful to the country.

Hon Dora Byamukama said H.E. Dr Magufuli had good credentials.  “We should adopt the slogan of Hapa Kazi Tu (loosely translated to Time to work is now) across the entire region,” she said.

Hon Abubakar Ogle said the region needed the energy and stamina as exhibited by H.E. Dr Magufuli.  This should be sustained.   He said the process in Zanzibar was objective and that challenges were realized when the counting process began.

Hon Adam Kimbisa said the President had carried out civil campaigns devoid of ethnic or divisionary tactics while Hon Sara Bonaya said there were vital lessons that the rest of the region could pick up on.

Hon Martin Ngoga remarked that the historic ideology of deploying graduates and students in other regions of work and schooling was necessary towards consolidating the prevailing peace.  “We must congratulate the founding father of the nation and the subsequent leaders”, he said.

The Minister for EAC, Republic of Uganda, Hon Shem Bageine remarked that the President was keen in ensuring infrastructure is maintained up to the best standards.

Council of Ministers also looks forward to his contribution when it comes to assent to Bills and the uptake of the Political Federation as well.

Yesterday however, Hon Dr Kessy Nderakindo said the elections in Zanzibar were yet to be completed.   She said United Republic of Tanzania was lucky to have tolerance.

Hon Shyrose Bhanji said the Head of State had in his acceptance speech to Parliament prioritized road and rail network, revive industries and enhancement of the Dar es Salaam port. All this are measures that will enhance the integration of East Africa.

From left Hon Martin Ngoga, Hon ShyRose Bhanji, Hon Taslima Twaha and Hon Peter Mathuki outside the Parliament of Rwanda moments before the Chamber commenced.

Hon Taslima Twaha debates on the Resolution.

Minister for EAC, Uganda, Hon Shem Bageine makes his contribution on the floor of the House. The House passed a Resolution hailing the election of the new President of the United republic of Tanzania, Hon Dr John Pombe Joseph Magufuli.