Tanzania

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

In Tanzania, female genital mutilation (FGM) has been illegal since 1998, but the practice continues in many parts of the country.

In Tanzania, female genital mutilation (FGM) has been illegal since 1998, but the practice continues in many parts of the country. © Rowen Smith/Unsplash

Tanzania: Inside the Trade in Body Parts Driving FGM

Secret trade sees “charms” sold on to traders and hunters.

22 Nov 24

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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Tanzania: How Fetching Firewood Risks Women’s Lives

In rural areas, collecting fuel is not only exhausting, but leaves women vulnerable to violence and sexual abuse.

8 Mar 24

According to official statistics, between 2020 and 2023 over 5,000 Ethiopian migrants were arrested and imprisoned in Tanzania for terms of between one and six years under the immigration Act Cap 54 of 2016.

According to official statistics, between 2020 and 2023 over 5,000 Ethiopian migrants were arrested and imprisoned in Tanzania for terms of between one and six years under the immigration Act Cap 54 of 2016. © Byron Smith/Getty Images

Tanzania: Ethiopian Migrants Languish in Prison

Many remain trapped in detention due to a lack of resources to deport them.

18 Dec 23

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