By Sadiq Bamwita
The President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has congratulated his Tanzanian counterpart Samia Suluhu Hassan upon winning the just concluded presidential elections in Tanzania.
President Samia won the presidential race with 98% and was sworn in on November 3,2025, by Tanzania’s Electoral Commission.
After being sworn in, President Samia commended Tanzania’s Electoral Commission for conducting the presidential elections effectively.
In his congratulatory message dated November 1,2025, addressed to President Samia , President Museveni who was represented by Vice President Maj. Jessica Alupo, extended warmest congratulations on behalf of Uganda to President Suluhu and her party-CCM upon winning the elections.
‘Your resounding victory is a clear expression of the trust and confidence that the people of Tanzania continue to place in your leadership and vision. It reflects their deep faith in your ability to advance Tanzania’s unity, progress, and prosperity,” President Museveni explained.
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni said that government of the of Uganda regards the United Republic of Tanzania as a strategic and fraternal partner.
“Our two countries share a long-standing history of friendship, solidarity, and cooperation – from the early days of independence and the formative years of East African integration to our continued collaboration within the East African Community and other regional and international frameworks” he said.
He said Uganda greatly values the enduring bonds that unite the people Uganda and Tanzania socially, economically, culturally, and diplomatically.
“We look forward to working closely with your Government during your new term to further strengthen these ties – deepening our cooperation in trade, infrastructure development, security, human resource exchange, and in the promotion of peace, stability and prosperity throughout our region” he said.
He went on ‘
We are confident that under your able leadership, the united Republic of Tanzania will continue to play a pivotal role in fostering regional integration, sustainable development and the well-being of it’s citizens’
In conclusion, President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni further assured Suluhu of his highest consideration and best wishes for continued strength, wisdom, and success as she undertakes the responsibilities of her renewed mandate.
