Anna Henga (Advocate)

Executive Director @humanrightstz |Passionate human rights activist |Awardee of the International Women of Courage Award 2019|

[Anna Henga (Advocate) @HengaAnna]

Rights and Justice for Women

[Anna Henga (Advocate) @HengaAnna]

Human Rights & Democratisation in Africa at @CHR_UP.

On Human Rights day 2025, I am receiving this academic qualification at a critical moment for democracy in Africa — and in Tanzania in particular.

My research examined electoral governance, comparing INEC Tanzania and the EC Ghana, and how stronger institutions can rebuild public trust.

Ready to serve!

[Anna Henga (Advocate) @HengaAnna]

Human Rights & Democratisation in Africa at @CHR_UP.

On Human Rights day 2025, I am receiving this academic qualification at a critical moment for democracy in Africa — and in Tanzania in particular.

My research examined electoral governance, comparing INEC Tanzania and the EC Ghana, and how stronger institutions can rebuild public trust.

Ready to serve!

[LHRC @humanrightstz]

As we mark 77 years of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, let’s remember: human rights aren’t abstract, they are essential for our daily life! We use them every single day.

Tunapoadhimisha miaka 77 ya Tamko la Umoja wa Mataifa la Haki za Binadamu, tukumbuke: haki za binadamu si dhana za kufikirika, bali ni muhimu na halisi katika maisha yetu ya kila siku! Tunazitumia kila siku bila hata kutambua.

#HumanRightsDay2025#UDHR77##OurEverydayRights

[LHRC @humanrightstz]

Our sisters, daughters and mothers continue to face online violence. As we begin the 16 DOA, we are called to act!
Let’s speak up when we see digital abuse, and support survivors to access the help they need including the legal recourse. Together, we can break the silence and end all forms of digital gender-based violence.

#westandagainstgbv #stoponlineviolence

Mama zetu, dada zetu na watoto wetu wa kike wanaendelea kukumbana na ukatili wa kimtandao. Tunapoanza Siku 16 za Uhamasishaji, Tutatoa wito kwa wanajamii wote kuchukua hatua! Tutoe taarifa tunapoona ukatili wa kimtandao na tuwasaidie manusura wote wapate msaada wanaouhitaji, ikiwemo huduma za msaada wa kisheria. Pamoja, tunaweza kuvunja ukimya na kutokomeza aina zote za ukatili wa kijinsia mtandaoni.
#pingaukatiliwakijinsia #kataaukatiliwamitandao

[The Observatory @OBS_defenders]

🇹🇿#Tanzania: @humanrightstz staffs were harassed and intimidated by the police while they were carrying out a #humanrights activity
📣All human rights defenders must be protected and the right to freedom of association must be guaranteed!
👉https://t.co/wZz91YGS8L

[Anna Henga (Advocate) @HengaAnna]

“Freedom is not something that one people can bestow… it is claimed, and none can keep it from them.” — Kwame Nkrumah

A reminder that human rights belong to the people, not the powerful.
#HumanRights #KwameNkrumah #Freedom

[Anna Henga (Advocate) @HengaAnna]

https://t.co/4pjmdxMqXR @fidh_en

[Anna Henga (Advocate) @HengaAnna]

Our Rights! Our Fight! Our Future!

[Sweden in Tanzania @SwedeninTZ]

🇸🇪 Sweden is proud to support partners who strengthen the foundations of democracy, citizen participation, transparency, and integrity in public institutions.
A strong democracy is built on inclusion, openness, and respect. ✨

[Anna Henga (Advocate) @HengaAnna]

🌍 Happy United Nations Day! 🇺🇳

Today we celebrate the founding of the UN and renew our commitment to peace, human rights, and sustainable development.

The UN reminds us that progress is only possible when nations and communities work together — to protect human dignity, uphold equality, and ensure justice for all.

Let’s continue standing for human rights and collective action to build a fairer, more peaceful world.

#UNDay #UnitedNationsDay #HumanRights #Peace #Equality

[LHRC @humanrightstz]

Today, October 21, 2025, Legal and Human Rights Centre (LHRC) joins fellow human rights stakeholders across Africa in commemorating Africa Human Rights Day by participating in the 85th Ordinary Session of the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights (ACHPR) taking place in Banjul, The Gambia.

LHRC’s participation includes delivering a statement on the human rights situation in Tanzania, emphasizing the importance of implementing decisions of regional and national courts, reinstating Article 34(6) of the Protocol to the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights on the Establishment of the African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights, and strengthening accountability, freedom of expression, and citizens’ participation in democratic governance.

In addition, LHRC will take part in several thematic human rights sessions, including those focusing on the rights of children, women, persons with disabilities, and environmental rights.

LHRC will also present key recommendations for reforming the criminal justice system, highlighting the need to uphold fundamental rights, ensure transparency in case investigations, address arbitrary arrests, safeguard judicial independence, and respond to the growing concern of suspects being denied the right to bail.
#HumanRights #HumanRightsAfrica

[LHRC @humanrightstz]

Legal and Human Rights Centre (LHRC) is participating in the 85th Ordinary Session of the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights (ACHPR), which has started today in Banjul, The Gambia.

LHRC will present its statement on the human rights situation in Tanzania on 21st or 22nd October 2025, focusing on key issues such as democratic governance and the implementation of national and regional human rights decisions.

LHRC remains committed to promoting accountability, protecting fundamental freedoms, and safeguarding the dignity of every person. #ACHPR85 #HumanRights

[LHRC @humanrightstz]

Today, as we commemorate African Human Rights Day, we reflect on the principles of the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights, a reminder of our shared duty to promote justice, equality, and dignity for all.

LHRC continue to amplify the voices of those fighting for human rights, good governance, and the protection of fundamental freedoms across Tanzania and Africa.

However, we strongly urges the Government of #Tanzania 🇹🇿to take urgent action to end the ongoing violations of human rights, including cases of abductions and disappearances of people. Tanzanians deserve assurance of safety, justice, and accountability.

A just and equitable society cannot thrive where fear persists.
#AfricanHumanRightsDay #LHRC #JusticeForAll #HumanRightsTZ

[Anna Henga (Advocate) @HengaAnna]

“Rural women are the quiet architects of progress, nurturing the land, sustaining families, and driving the heartbeat of local economies. When we invest in their potential, we strengthen both human health and the foundation of our shared future.”

[LHRC @humanrightstz]

ABDUCTIONS — UNTIL WHEN?

Legal and Human Rights Centre (LHRC) is deeply concerned about the continued cases of abductions and disappearances in Tanzania. The recent disappearance of Mr. Humphrey Polepole and others raises serious questions about citizens’ safety and accountability of state institutions.

As a nation, we must stand together and say, no more abductions!
Abductions, until when?

Read LHRC’s full statement and ask yourself , what do you think about this?

#EndAbductions #HumanRights #LHRC #Tanzania

[LHRC @humanrightstz]

Legal and Human Rights Centre (LHRC) and Tanzania Human Rights Defenders Coalition @THRDCOALITION wish to provide an update regarding the ongoing detention of Mr. Innocent Paul Chuwa, who was arrested on September 24, 2025 at Kariakoo in Dar es Salaam, and Ms. Frida Mikoorti, who was arrested on September 26, 2025 at Marambamawili in Dar es Salaam. The two where arrested due to their online activism.