We are calling on the Southern African Development Community (SADC) to intervene and urging Tanzanian authorities to release detained opposition leaders and restore full political freedoms.
Thousands of demonstrators have squared off with police in several parts of Tanzania for a third day of protests, following a disputed and chaotic election, to demand the national electoral body stop announcing electoral results.
Diamond Platnumz had previously deleted posts endorsing president Samia from his social media platforms. However, this move did not seem to appease the protesters, who targeted his properties and threatened him.
Diamond Platnumz is among celebrities being targeted by demonstrators for endorsing president Samia for election.
What should have been a celebration of democracy, instead unfolded in an atmosphere of repression, intimidation, and fear. These elections cannot be regarded as free and fair.
Police in Tanzania’s commercial capital fired gunshots and tear gas to disperse protesters who took to the streets a day after a general election.
I stand shoulder to shoulder with Tundu Lissu and the people of Tanzania as they demand their rights.
No local mainstream media has mentioned, written, or reported anything about the ongoing protests in Tanzania.
The US Embassy in Tanzania has issued a security advisory, urging all government personnel to shelter in place at their residences due to ongoing demonstrations across multiple locations in the country.
Live network data show a nationwide disruption to internet connectivity in #Tanzania on election day, corroborating reports of a digital blackout.
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