Chimba Jerry

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Chimba Jerry is the pseudonym of a Tanzanian journalist.

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President Samia Suluhu Hassan, elected in March 2021 had promised to usher in an era of increased political openness. However the kidnappings and disappearances continued to plague the system.

President Samia Suluhu Hassan, elected in March 2021 had promised to usher in an era of increased political openness. However the kidnappings and disappearances continued to plague the system. © Drew Angerer/Getty Images

Tanzania: Action Urged Against Political Kidnapping

Critics warn that state agencies seem incapable of addressing incidents effectively.

22 Jan 25

On December 26, 2021, five young men - Tawfiq Mohamed, Seif Swala, Edwin Kunambi, Hemed Abass, and Rajabu Mdoe - went missing after they left for a beach party in the Kigamboni suburb of Dar es Salaam.

On December 26, 2021, five young men - Tawfiq Mohamed, Seif Swala, Edwin Kunambi, Hemed Abass, and Rajabu Mdoe - went missing after they left for a beach party in the Kigamboni suburb of Dar es Salaam. © Ali Mkumbwa/unsplash

Tanzania: Police Under Scrutiny Over Disappearances

“The issue inflicts immense anguish upon families left not knowing whether their loved ones are alive, suffering, or dead.”

25 Mar 24

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