Tanzania is today marking its 64th Independence Day, but the mood is far from celebratory. This year’s event comes with heavy security, fears of unrest, and concerns over a possible internet shutdown. Protest Threats Disrupt National Plans The 2025 celebrations are unfolding amid anxiety over
Pressure is mounting on Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu as the United States Senate Foreign Relations Committee demands an independent investigation into alleged human rights abuses during the recent elections. The committee’s statement followed a CNN investigation by Kenyan journalist Larry Madowo, which exposed the government’s crackdown on protesters and alleged mass
In a concerning cybersecurity breach, the official X (formerly Twitter) accounts of the Tanzanian Police and Airtel Tanzania were hacked. The unauthorized posts disseminated false information about President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s death, sparking widespread confusion and concern among citizens and international observers. The Tanzanian government has since confirmed




