
Attempted Abduction of Tanzania’s Activist in Kenya Foiled
A prominent Tanzanian human rights defender was rescued by Kenyan police following a violent abduction attempt, raising further concerns about transnational repression in East Africa.

A prominent Tanzanian human rights defender was rescued by Kenyan police following a violent abduction attempt, raising further concerns about transnational repression in East Africa.

Tanzania’s opposition leader accuses the prosecution of attempting to introduce new evidence illegally, warning that it would expose a history of state violence.

Katika taarifa yake Bodi ya Ithibati imeonya kuwa mwandishi husika akirudia, Bodi hiyo haitasita kuchukua hatua kali zaidi za kinidhamu, ikiwa ni pamoja na kusimamisha au kufuta ithibati yake.

A government notice announced the extension on February 20, 2026, pushing the deadline for the commission’s findings to April 3, 2026.

To genuinely align with UN and AU standards, the Commission requires critical reforms based on global lessons. Its mandate must prioritise gross human rights violations, avoiding the dilution of an overly broad focus.

In a candid interview, the EU’s envoy to Tanzania confirms the bloc has imposed quiet sanctions over the country’s democratic collapse, even as it pursues diplomatic engagement critics say normalises an authoritarian regime.

Police emphasize the group has no ability and will not have the opportunity to implement what they claim to plan

Lissu’s sharp cross-examination forced a state witness to admit his police statement contradicted his in-court testimony about his profession.

Tanzania mourns the loss of a revered spiritual leader and a key figure in the global Catholic Church.

Court rejects media gag order as opposition leader challenges shaky witness testimony in Tanzanian treason trial.
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