The Kenyan government has warned anyone daring to cross over to Tanzania or taking part in any protests after the disputed elections held on October 29, 2025.
According to Chief Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi, Kenyans ought to respect the laws of other countries.
“You may not like the laws of other countries, but respect them. Kenya has made significant strides democratically and constitutionally, entrenching freedoms and rights,” Mudavadi said
“Our Bill of Rights is strong, but don’t assume that everyone is on the same path. Other nations are at different stages of that journey. I encourage our young people to be cautious.” Mudavadi warned.
He has also hinted that unwarranted and irresponsible behaviour online might in the future negatively affect overseas travel.
“Other countries are reviewing your digital footprint before issuing visas. They are sovereign nations with their own laws. You cannot export Kenyan laws to another jurisdiction,” the Foreign and Diaspora Affairs Cabinet Secretary added
“This is a lesson. It’s basic, but we must stop refusing to acknowledge it,” he said, urging youth to be responsible when using social media.
Tanzania is currently experiencing significant post-election violence and civil unrest following the disputed general elections held on October 29, 2025.
The protests have been witnessed in major cities like Dar es Salaam, Mwanza, and Arusha after the main opposition competitors Tundu Lissu (Chadema party) and Luhaga Mpina (ACT-Wazalendo party), were disqualified from running for the highest seat on legal and procedural grounds.
The move has seen the incumbent president Samia Suluhu emerge victorious. However, in the wake of protests across the country, the opposition claimed that a high number of people had been killed.
The Tanzanian government has denied using excessive force and dismissed claims of high fatality numbers.
