On Instagram, two major political campaigns have witnessed gaining momentum in an unprecedented way, even affecting some well-known users of the platform.
The move signals a significant tightening of state control over the digital space ahead of Tanzania’s October 28, 2025 elections—raising concerns over a potential crackdown on dissent and further erosion of civic freedoms.
This move comes at a time when CCM has recently had to frequently refute numerous fake reports spreading across social media.
Taarifa iliyotolewa na Katibu wa Halmashauri Kuu ya Taifa, Itikadi, Uenezi na Mafunzo, Amos Gabriel Makalla, Julai 21, 2025 amewataka wananchi kutumia nembo maalum ya ‘QR Code’ itakayokuwa kwenye vipeperushi vya taarifa rasmi za chama hiko kwa ajili ya kuhakiki taarifa.
Kuhoji maudhui vyombo vya habari vinataka kukulisha kutakusaidia kukabiliana na kampeni za upotoshaji ambazo zimejaa tele kwenye yale tunayosoma na kutazama.
As long as all tech-centric initiatives improve numeracy and literacy in whatever corner of the country, all will be well.
Initial reports that the duo had been abducted sparked alarm online, particularly because it was unclear which police station they had been taken to
In his testimony, the police inspector explained that the unit operates around the clock in shifts, monitoring social media platforms to detect actions that may constitute cybercrime.
Mrindimo wa No Reforms, No Election mitandaoni umezua mijadala hasa baada ya watumiaji wa mtandao wa Instagram na Tiktok kuanza kusambaza jumbe hizo
They called for equity-based financing, youth inclusion, and stronger public-private collaboration to achieve meaningful financial inclusion.