Christian Paschal

International Relations consultant/ Diplomacy 🌍

[Christian Paschal @chripache]

Become the kind of leader that people would follow voluntarily; even if you had no title or position. -Brian Tracy

[Hussein Mohamed, MBS. @HusseinMohamedg]

“Africa is not a problem to be solved. Africa is not a burden to be carried. Africa is an opportunity to be harnessed.

Africa is not a debt to be paid by our colonial masters. Africa is an asset to be leveraged for global prosperity.”

Pres. Ruto takes the floor at the G7 summit

[William Samoei Ruto, PhD @WilliamsRuto]

#G7

[Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський @ZelenskyyUa]

During a meeting with President of Kenya @WilliamsRuto, we discussed the development of high-tech cooperation across various sectors: investment attraction, agriculture, and education. We are ready to share our experience with Kenya and implement joint projects. We agreed that our teams will work out the details of possible cooperation.

I thank Kenya for supporting Ukraine’s resolutions in the United Nations General Assembly. We also paid special attention to cooperation within international organizations.

[Michelle Obama @MichelleObama]

It means so much to Barack and me to open up the Obama Presidential Center on the South Side of Chicago. This is where I grew up, where Barack got his start, and where we raised our girls. So having a place where kids from our community can see themselves, connect with each other, and channel their hope—there’s nothing more powerful than that.

[East African Community @jumuiya]

𝐄𝐀𝐂 𝐊𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐬 𝐎𝐟𝐟 𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐎𝐧 𝐃𝐫𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐈𝐧 𝐑𝐰𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚

On his part, EAC Secretary General, Hon. Amb. Stephen P. Mbundi, noted that the consultations will bring together a broad spectrum of stakeholders including government institutions, Parliament, the Judiciary, academia, civil society, the private sector, youth, women, persons with disabilities, faith-based organisations, political parties and the media.

“These engagements are designed to deepen public participation in shaping the institutional and governance framework of the Political Confederation and to ensure that Rwanda’s perspectives are fully reflected in the draft Constitution.”

@RwandaMFA @EA_Bunge @EACJCourt

[(---) Onesmo Mushi @EduTalkTz]

@bwaya eehh, msikilize mshunuzi mwenzako huku!

[U.S. Embassy Dar es Salaam @usembassytz]

The U.S. believes the internet should be open, free & secure — not a tool for surveillance or censorship. We champion free expression, innovation, and a multistakeholder web that empowers people worldwide.

Today, at the African Innovation and Technology Forum, CDA Lentz gave opening remarks to a dynamic group of entrepreneurs, policymakers, and civil society advocates on the power of an open internet to accelerate Tanzania’s Vision 2050 goals.

Read his full remarks here: https://t.co/2Zh3S8v7ue

#DigitalFreedom #OpenInternet #AITF2026

[Emmanuel Macron @EmmanuelMacron]

Karibu @WilliamsRuto.

[Business Insider Africa @BusInsiderSSA]

Aliko Dangote’s fortune has climbed to $36.5 billion, making him wealthier than the projected economies of 33 African countries.

His net worth now exceeds the GDP of nations including Mali🇲🇱, Botswana🇧🇼, Gabon🇬🇦, Rwanda🇷🇼 and Mauritius🇲🇺.

The rise has been fueled by the growing value of the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, now valued at about $39.1 billion.

The comparison underscores the scale of Africa’s largest private industrial empire and its growing economic influence.

[Permanent Mission of Tanzania | UN-New York @TZUnitedNations]

Balozi Mavura asaini Kitabu cha Maombolezo Angola

[UN News @UN_News_Centre]

President of the General Assembly @UN_PGA Annalena Baerbock wrapped up a two-day official visit to Kenya where she highlighted the important role United Nations in Africa.

[UN Human Rights @UNHumanRights]

In my career, I have faced situations where respect and equality were not there, and for me, that should never be accepted. Never! I imagine a world of sport free from racism on and off the pitch. I want to use my voice to help make that happen. I am proud to be part of the Global Alliance for Human Rights. Join us!

#GlobalAllianceForHumanRights
#ImagineDialogueAct

[Prof. Mohamed Janabi @ProfJanabi]

Honoured to meet H.E. Ali Kolotou Tchaïmi, President of the National Assembly of Chad, during my visit to N'Djamena.

We discussed the importance of sustained political commitment and partnership to advance universal health coverage and improve health outcomes for all.

@WHO looks forward to continued collaboration with Chad's leadership in support of these shared priorities.

[UK in Tanzania @UKinTanzania]

Good luck to the record-breaking 10 African nations competing in the 2026 Men's FIFA world cup! ⚽🏆🌍 This time for Africa!

[MFA Tanzania @mfa_tanzania]

SLOVAKIA’S FOREIGN MINISTER ARRIVES IN TANZANIA FOR AN OFFICIAL WORKING VISIT

The Minister of Foreign and European Affairs of the Slovak Republic, Hon. Juraj Blanár, has arrived in the United Republic of Tanzania for an official working visit from 10 to 11 June 2026. The visit aimed at further strengthening the longstanding diplomatic relations and cooperation between the United Republic of Tanzania and the Slovak Republic.

Upon his arrival at Julius Nyerere International Airport (JNIA) in Dar es Salaam, Hon. Blanár was received by the Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation responsible for East African Affairs, Hon. James Millya, MP.

During his visit, Hon. Blanár is scheduled to hold bilateral talks with his host, the Minister for Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation of the United Republic of Tanzania, Ambassador Dr. Mahmoud Thabit Kombo (MP) on 11 June 2026. The discussions will focus on enhancing cooperation across sectors including tourism, education, scholarship programmes, cybersecurity, trade, and investment.

Following their bilateral meeting, the two Ministers will jointly officiating the inauguration of the Embassy of the Slovak Republic in Dar es Salaam. The Embassy, which commenced operations in November 2025, reflects the shared commitment of Tanzania and Slovakia to further deepen diplomatic engagement and expand cooperation in economic and development-related areas.

Hon. Blanár is accompanied by about 50 businessmen who will participate in the Tanzania–Slovakia Business Forum, which will bring together business leaders and private sector representatives from both countries to deliberate on future areas of cooperation and partnerships.

The Forum is expected to explore opportunities for trade and investment, promote technology transfer, and strengthen collaboration in strategic sectors, including renewable energy, agricultural value addition, and digital innovation.

The visit underscores the mutual commitment of Tanzania and Slovakia to advancing bilateral relations and fostering greater economic partnership for the benefit of the peoples of both nations.

[Larry Madowo @LarryMadowo]

BREAKING: Trump administration claims the Somali referee was denied entry because he is a security threat to the US with links to suspected terrorists. He was questioned for 11 hours, including about Al Shabab

Omar Abdulkadir Artan just landed back in Somalia to a hero's welcome

[BBC News Africa @BBCAfrica]

Legendary Brazilian footballer Pele once famously predicted that an African nation would win the World Cup by the year 2000. Twenty-six years on, the continent is still waiting. Some big names tell us when they think Africa will lift the trophy.

[BBC Sport @BBCSport]

Referee Omar Artan was given a hero’s welcome as he arrived back in Somalia after he was denied entry to the US 🇸🇴

[Peter Msigwa @MsigwaPeter]

TANZANIA INAWEZA KUJIFUNZA NINI KUTOKA SINGAPORE?

Anaandika Rev. Peter Msigwa
Ujio wa Rais wa Singapore nchini Tanzania ni fursa nzuri ya kutafakari. Si kwa sababu Singapore ni nchi kubwa kuliko Tanzania. Si kwa sababu ina rasilimali nyingi kuliko Tanzania. Wala si kwa sababu ina watu wengi kuliko Tanzania.

Kwa kweli, Singapore ina eneo dogo sana na haina utajiri mkubwa wa madini, gesi, ardhi wala maji kama tulivyo navyo sisi.

Lakini leo Singapore ni miongoni mwa nchi tajiri, zenye utawala bora, huduma bora za umma na uchumi imara duniani.
Kwa nini?
Jibu si rasilimali.
Jibu ni uongozi, mifumo na usimamizi.

Baada ya kupata heshima ya kulitumikia taifa letu kama Mbunge na nipata nafasi ya kutembelea Singapore na kamati ya kilimo, na pia nimepata nafasi ya kutembelea maeneo mengi ya Tanzania. Nyakati mbalimbali.

Nimeona uzuri wa nchi yetu.
Kutoka Kusini mpaka Kaskazini.
Kutoka Mashariki mpaka Magharibi.
Tanzania ni nchi nzuri sana.
Lakini kadiri ninavyotembea, ndivyo ninavyozidi kuamini kwamba tatizo letu kubwa si ukosefu wa rasilimali.

Tatizo letu kubwa ni usimamizi mbaya wa rasilimali tulizonazo.
Nchi yetu mara nyingi haithamini wala kutuza uwezo, maarifa, ubunifu, weledi na uaminifu.

Badala yake, mara nyingi mfumo huwapa nafasi wale wanaojua kujipendekeza kuliko wale wanaojua kufanya kazi.
Matokeo yake ni kwamba watu wengi wenye uwezo mkubwa hukata tamaa.
Ubunifu hufa. Motisha hupungua.
Vipaji huzimika.

Kwa sababu katika mazingira mengi ya utumishi wa umma, kufanya kazi kwa bidii hakulipi kama ambavyo unafiki na kujipendekeza vinavyolipa.
Tanzania inaweza kujifunza mambo matatu muhimu kutoka Singapore:

1. MERIT (SIFA NA UWEZO)

Singapore iliamua kwamba nafasi za umma zitolewe kwa watu wenye uwezo, si kwa watu wenye mahusiano.

Taifa haliwezi kujengwa kwa ukabila.
Taifa haliwezi kujengwa kwa upendeleo.
Taifa haliwezi kujengwa kwa nepotism.
Taifa haliwezi kujengwa kwa kuangalia dini, chama au urafiki.
Lazima tujenge mfumo unaosema:

“Mtu bora zaidi apewe nafasi, bila kujali anatoka wapi.”

Wakati nchi inawachagua watu wasio bora kuongoza taasisi zake, gharama hulipwa na wananchi.

2. PRAGMATISM (KUTANGULIZA MATOKEO KULIKO ITIKADI)

Kiongozi wa zamani wa Singapore, Lee Kuan Yew, aliongozwa na falsafa rahisi:
“Haijalishi paka ni mweusi au mweupe, muhimu ni kwamba anakamata panya.”

Tanzania inahitaji kujifunza falsafa hiyo.
Mawazo mazuri yasichunguzwe kwanza yametoka chama gani.
Yasichunguzwe kwanza yametoka dini gani.
Yasichunguzwe kwanza yametoka kwa rafiki au mpinzani.
Kinachopaswa kuulizwa ni:
“Je, wazo hili lina manufaa kwa taifa?”

Nchi zinazofanikiwa hukusanya mawazo bora kutoka kila upande.
Nchi zinazoshindwa hubaki zikitetea makosa kwa sababu tu yametoka upande wao.

3. HONESTY (UAMINIFU NA UKWELI)

Hakuna taifa linaloweza kuendelea bila uaminifu.
Hakuna taasisi inayoweza kuwa imara bila ukweli.

Hakuna uchumi unaoweza kukua kwa misingi ya uongo.
Tunahitaji watumishi wa umma wenye ujasiri wa kusema ukweli.
Tunahitaji viongozi wanaopenda ukweli kuliko sifa.

Tunahitaji mfumo unaolinda waaminifu badala ya kuwaadhibu.
Tunahitaji kuacha:
Unafiki Kujipendekeza, Uoga ,Uongo

Kwa sababu maendeleo ya kweli hayawezi kujengwa juu ya msingi wa hofu.
Tanzania si nchi maskini.
Tanzania ni nchi yenye utajiri mkubwa ambao bado haujasimamiwa vizuri.

Tuna ardhi. Tuna madini. Tuna gesi Tuna maji. Tuna watu.Tuna vipaji.
Lakini bado mamilioni ya wananchi wanaishi katika umaskini.

Ndiyo maana maneno ya Bob Marley yanaonekana kuwa ya kweli hata leo:
“In the abundance of water, a fool is thirsty.”

Kwa maneno mengine:
Unaweza kuwa umezungukwa na utajiri mkubwa lakini bado ukaendelea kuwa maskini kwa sababu ya usimamizi mbaya.

Singapore ilitufundisha kwamba utajiri wa taifa hauanzi ardhini.
Unaanzia katika ubora wa mifumo. Unaanzia katika uaminifu wa viongozi. Unaanzia katika kuthamini uwezo. Unaanzia katika kuwajibika.

Siku tukiweka MERIT, PRAGMATISM na HONESTY mbele ya siasa, mbele ya upendeleo na mbele ya propaganda. Tunaendelea