Diamond Platnumz Breaks Silence For The First Time Amid Tanzania’s Post-Election Turmoil

Tanzanian music icon and philanthropist Diamond Platnumz has publicly called for peace and unity in the country following the highly disputed 2025 general election.

In a message shared on his Instagram stories, the star expressed a heartfelt plea for stability after weeks of unrest that has rocked the nation:

“Inshaallah Mwenyezi Mungu atujaalie amani zaidi ya tuliyokuwa nayo mwanzo, atujaalie upendo zaidi, umoja, mshikamano, maendeleo na azilaze roho za waliotangulia mahala pema peponi. Amina,” Diamond wrote. (Translation: Insha’Allah (God willing), may the Almighty grant us more peace than we had initially, grant us more love, unity, solidarity, development, and may He rest the souls of those who have passed away in paradise. Amen.)

Backlash and the Violent Aftermath

Diamond’s message followed a period of intense public backlash he and other celebrities faced for initially supporting the ruling party and remaining silent as the national crisis escalated.

The violence erupted after the October 29, 2025, elections, which the opposition alleged were marred by voter suppression and the exclusion of key leaders. Protests quickly spread from Dar es Salaam to other cities, demanding transparency and accountability.

The government responded with a heavy security presence, deploying the military and police, enforcing curfews, and restricting internet access across the country. Human rights groups and opposition sources have reported hundreds of deaths during clashes between protesters and security forces, with numerous civilians treated for injuries and many others detained. The government has denied using excessive force.

For celebrities like Diamond Platnumz, who had publicly aligned with President Samia Suluhu, the situation created a significant challenge, with many fans accusing them of prioritizing their careers over the suffering of ordinary citizens.