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Tanzanian president re-election

November 8, 2010 -- President James Michel has congratulated President Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete of the United Republic of Tanzania following his re-election.

President Michel noted that Tanzania has continued to grow and benefit from stability under President Kikwete's leadership.

According to President Michel, President Kikwete's win was a clear message that Africa can prosper with peace and stability, and hailed his counterpart's leadership in the region.

"Your re-election also renews the confidence of the international community in our region.

"Your chairmanship of the African Union between 2008 and 2009 has shown the example of an African which is emerging from the past to shine into the future," said President Michel.