Digital Rights Coalition Tanzania

Network of organizations and individuals who advocate for Internet Freedom in Tanzania mainland and Zanzibar

[Access Now @accessnow]

7 days to go until #RightsCon2026!

Across Africa, our partners are taking action — from resisting internet shutdowns and election surveillance to advancing safer data practices.

Here are a few must-attend sessions to add to your calendar:
https://t.co/O7RXDgewM7

[AfTLD @aftld]

“Our job now is simple: Africa can’t just be a consumer of tech. We need to build, innovate & bring skills back home to shape our digital future”

The Chair of AfTLD @eyitayoiyortim sets the tone perfectly — the internet starts with DNS & without it, nothing goes online

#dnsf25

[ZainaFoundationtz @ZainaFoundation]

Happy Global Encryption Day 2025!
Let us continue raising awareness about the importance of using, promoting, and defending encryption. This day reminds us of the vital role strong encryption plays in protecting our loved ones, safety, privacy, and freedoms worldwide. As Tanzania approaches the 2025 elections, let’s prioritize encrypting our data and communications to stay secure. #DigitalRightstz

[Digital Rights Coalition Tanzania @DigitalRightstz]

With end-to-end encryption, we can freely share our thoughts and ideas without fear of surveillance. It's not just a feature; it's a fundamental right we must defend in the digital age. 💪🔐 #GlobalEncryptionDay

[Digital Rights Coalition Tanzania @DigitalRightstz]

@MariaSTsehai Ndio mkome kuingilia mambo ya watu

[ZainaFoundationtz @ZainaFoundation]

Zaina Foundation has trained journalists and activists in Tanzania on how to tackle gender disinformation ahead of the 2025 elections. Fact checking and friendly legal framework are on ending disinformation in Tanzania. #DigitalRightstz

[ZainaFoundationtz @ZainaFoundation]

Tanzania has no specific legal or policy framework that protects women from gender disinformation—leaving many vulnerable to online attacks, especially during elections. #DigitalRightstz

[TheGuardianTzOnline @TheGuardianTzO1]

#Update MEDIA practitioners have received training on identifying and tackling gendered disinformation, as part of a new initiative by @ZainaFoundation Foundation ahead of the upcoming elections.

Under the project titled “Upholding Integrity: Countering Gender Disinformation in Tanzania’s Electoral Process”, the Foundation in Dar es Salaam today July 12, 2025,  held a capacity-building workshop  to equip participants with tools to monitor, report, and counter harmful narratives targeting women in media and politics.

Zaina Foundation Executive Director Zaituni Njovu, said the training is designed to empower participants with practical tools and knowledge to effectively address the growing challenge of online attacks targeting women in politics and the media.

“Women in politics and media are often disproportionately targeted by false, harmful narratives online. This workshop empowers them with tools and knowledge to respond effectively,” she said.

By Mary Kadoke and Zuwena Shame

Read more:https://t.co/povsCyX9OP

[Digital Rights Coalition Tanzania @DigitalRightstz]

#DigitalRightstz

[ZainaFoundationtz @ZainaFoundation]

Zaina Foundation, APC and the Tanzania Digital Rights Coalition have released a joint statement calling on the Government of Tanzania to: Restore access to the X platform immediately. Read the full statement https://t.co/LzCsBlMYCv @APC_News @DigitalRightstz #KeepItOn

[Digital Rights Coalition Tanzania @DigitalRightstz]

Promoti g Digital Rights in a Challenging Environment! Read full edition here https://t.co/CxwI0j7jPH #DigitalRightstz #KeepItOn

[ZainaFoundationtz @ZainaFoundation]

Today, Zaina Foundation condemns the unauthorized takeover of official social accounts—including Police @TRA_Tanzania, and @Airtel_TZ where misleading posts threatened public trust and our constitutional right to information Read here https://t.co/7if5EmdrCW #DigitalRightstz

[OONI @OpenObservatory]

‼️We receive reports of Twitter/X being inaccessible on multiple networks in #Tanzania.

If you are in Tanzania, you can contribute more measurements by running this link with your OONI Probe app:
https://t.co/b7Ng2SWyHI

Please turn your VPN off while running the tests.

[Tanzania Privacy Professionals’ Association (TPPA) @TanzaniaPPA]

The Digital Transformation Centre Tanzania in collaboration with #FemAI Leaders for Africa initiative has organised the FemAI In country Lab Workshop for female participants from various sectors and background in the country.

TPPA is represented by Rachel Magege.

[Digital Rights Coalition Tanzania @DigitalRightstz]

#DigitalRightstz

[ZainaFoundationtz @ZainaFoundation]

Digital influencers depend on consistent connectivity to engage audience and build communities during election period. #DigitalRightstz

[ZainaFoundationtz @ZainaFoundation]

#DigitalRightstz

[ZainaFoundationtz @ZainaFoundation]

Tanzania is heading to General Election in October 2025. At Zaina Fiundation, we are committed to predicting, preparing and preventing internet shutdowns during the election period. Free access to information is a right especially during elections. #DigitalRightstz #KeepItOn

[ZainaFoundationtz @ZainaFoundation]

🙏🏿 Huge thanks to everyone who joined us, shared insights and committed to advancing the Tanzania Digital Rights Coalition agenda- guided by our Strategic Advocacy Plan! #DigitalRightstz ⁦@DigitalRightstz⁩

[DRIForum @DRIForum]

🍿😌🎬 Pop corn and chill

In 60 days, we come together for the 2025 Digital Rights and Inclusion Forum (DRIF25), taking place from April 29 to May 1 in Lusaka, Zambia.

While DRIF is an avenue for insightful conversations, thought-provoking discussions, and collaborations focused on digital rights and inclusion, it also provides an avenue to learn through infotainment.

At DRIF25, we will be premiering our fifth short film and will definitely love to have you there.

Learn more about DRIF25 and register to join us: https://t.co/PPVKmDhEuC

#DRIF25
#MyDRIF25UbuntuExperience

[OONI @OpenObservatory]

Huge thanks to @rightscon for bringing the digital rights community together for yet another amazing conference! 🙌

Warm thanks to everyone who came to our sessions and booth. We appreciate all the discussions ❤️

#RightsCon2025

[ZainaFoundationtz @ZainaFoundation]

The internet is not a privilege—it’s a lifeline. Let’s work together to ensure it remains open, accessible, and free for all. Actions:
✔️ Speak out against shutdowns in your community
✔️ Demand transparency and accountability from policymakers
#DigitalRightstz ⁦@APC_News⁩