Walinzi wa kwanza wa taifa ili ni wananchi wananchi nao wakichoka wakasusia kulinda nchi na kuamua kuivuruga amani ni dakika moja ata nchi iwe na jeshi kubwa kiasi gani ama silaha nzito kiasi gani aitoweza kurejesha amani pasipo raia kuamua wao amani kuwepo ✅
I asked Meta why it banned Tanzanian activist Mange Kimambi from Instagram and WhatsApp and restricted Maria Sarungi-Tsehai’s IG account. I didn’t hear back.
The Tanzanian government silenced local media and is now targeting activists based abroad
Security alert for U.S. Citizens
Event: There are ongoing calls for nationwide anti-government demonstrations on December 9, but protest activity could begin as early as December 5. Recent unrest around Tanzania’s October 29 elections resulted in destruction of public infrastructure, violence against civilians, internet shutdowns, and major travel disruptions.
Travelers to Tanzania over the next several weeks should be prepared for potential disruptions, including the possibility of unrest, nation-wide curfews, an internet blackout, cancellation of ferries to Zanzibar, cancellation of international flights, and roadblocks enacted to enforce strict movement controls.
Following recent unrest, foreign nationals have experienced increased attention from local security authorities, and security forces have searched electronics for evidence of connection to unrest or politically sensitive content. Police have reminded the public that under Tanzanian law, the sharing of pictures or videos that may cause panic is a criminal offense. There are reports of security authorities searching electronic devices for politically sensitive content.
The Embassy’s ability to assist travelers in danger is further limited during a period of unrest.
Actions to Take in the Event of Civil Unrest:
Avoid demonstrations.
Avoid crowds.
Have stores of water, food, medication, fuel, and cash in case of shelter-in-place requirements.
Follow any curfews that are announced.
Be mindful of local laws.
Confirm your flight via telephone prior to traveling to the airport.
Review your personal safety plan.
Assistance:
U.S. Embassy Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
686 Old Bagamoyo Road, Msasani,
P.O. Box 9123
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
+255-22-229-4000
https://t.co/lFRhkw4zcS
State Department – Consular Affairs 888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444
Tanzania Country Specific Information
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