Adeladius Makwega – Mbagala
Mwanakwetu has been closely following this Commission investigating the events of October 29, 2025 and the days that followed, led by retired Chief Justice Mohammed Othuman Chande. However, he does so with fading hope that continues to diminish each day, and with concern for his elder, retired Chief Justice Chande himself, along with his fellow commissioners—wondering what the outcome will be after completing this task.
This concern is about the report itself: what it will contain, how it will be used by Tanzanians and even internationally, and whether this work will be respected or disregarded.
When you look at the ages of all the commissioners, you will notice they are advanced. Starting with Justice Mohammed Chande, born January 1, 1952 (74 years old), alongside his colleagues: retired Chief Justice Professor Ibrahim Juma (born June 15, 1958 – 68 years), retired Ambassador Ombeni Sifue (born August 26, 1954 – 72 years), retired Ambassador Radhia Msuya (estimated over 70), retired Ambassador and Lieutenant General Paul Meela (born 1955 – 71 years), retired Inspector General of Police Said Mwema (born 1953 – 73 years), Dr. Stegomena Tax (born July 6, 1960 – 66 years), and Ambassador David Kapya (born 1965 – 61 years).
Dear reader, today let us proceed carefully because we are dealing with numbers—these are calculations. The eight members have the following ages:
“Chande 74, Tax 66, Mwema 73, Meela 71, Msuya 70, Sifue 72, Professor Juma 68, and Kapya 61.”
Adding their ages gives a total of 555 years, and dividing by their number gives an average age of 69.375 years.
Psychologists say that people of this age tend to possess wisdom and contentment. However, the downside is that such individuals may become highly cautious about losing what they already have, since they are no longer certain about rebuilding their lives. Some even argue—rightly or wrongly—that this age group may not always be best suited to handle matters of public justice, as they may struggle to prioritize broader societal interests.
Dear reader, remember Mwanakwetu is still working with statistics:
“In 2026, Tanzania’s population is estimated to reach 72,363,780, with about 29.6 million living in urban areas. Those aged 0–14 make up 42–44%, those aged 15–64 make up 52–54%, and only 3% are aged 64 and above.”
The report goes further to state that the average life expectancy in Tanzania is 67.6 years—70.4 for women and 64.8 for men.
Your son believes that, at such ages, God has greatly blessed these commissioners with life, and they should be grateful.
Mwanakwetu (Adeladius Francis Makwega) was born on September 19, 1974, and at the time of writing is 52 years and 6 months old. His father, Francis Fidelis Makwega, was born October 20, 1950 (76 years), and his mother, Doroth Hezron Mlemeta, born October 29, 1956, is deceased—she would have been 70 years old today.
The average age of his parents is therefore: (76 + 70) ÷ 2 = 73 years.
Thus, to your son, the members of this Commission are truly like his own parents—based on the closeness between the commissioners’ average age (69) and his parents’ average age (73).
With respect and humility, Mwanakwetu asks the commissioners to consider the following:
The work you are doing surpasses all responsibilities you have ever held in your lives. If done poorly, it may bring regret—making you wish you had declined the appointment. Therefore, as your voluntary child, I urge you: carry out this duty wholeheartedly, remembering that 97% of Tanzanians—your children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren—depend on you, and they are the majority who suffered during these events.
Your son recognizes that among the eight commissioners, only two are clearly known to have served in defense and security institutions—retired IGP Said Mwema and retired Lt. Gen. Paul Meela. However, it is possible that others also have such backgrounds from different institutions.
My elders, my fathers and mothers, remember: this work is not for any defense or security institution—it is for the citizens of the United Republic of Tanzania, who were entrusted with this nation on December 9, 1961.
Finally, let me say this: agreement and disagreement are natural in any commission.
If disagreements arise, do not hesitate to express them. At 69 years of life, you are living on a blessing from God. Present your views before your chairperson and propose what you believe is right during meetings, so that this work may be honorable. Record disagreements in the minutes. If challenges persist, call for a formal vote. And if disagreement goes beyond that, follow your conscience—do not hesitate to resign. It is better to step down than to remain while opposing the direction of the work.
Dear reader, remember: Mwanakwetu is speaking to his elders—his fathers and mothers by choice:
Retired Chief Justice Mohammed Othuman Chande, retired Chief Justice Professor Ibrahim Juma, retired Ambassador Ombeni Sifue, retired Ambassador Radhia Msuya, retired Ambassador and Lt. Gen. Paul Meela, retired IGP Said Mwema, Dr. Stegomena Tax, and Ambassador David Kapya.
Mwanakwetu, are you there?
Remember:
“My Elders, My Fathers and Mothers.”
I wish you a good day.
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