Tanzania
Charter firms cancel trips to Zanzibar after unrest
Sweden's Foreign Ministry advises against non-essential travel to Tanzania due to the security situation following the presidential election. Several Swedish charter companies are canceling trips to Zanzibar, where at least 700 people have died in violent protests. Thousands of Swedes are urged to contact the embassy.
Kenyans pressure President Suluhu to release opposition leader John Heche
Kenyans and opposition leaders have begun pressuring Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu to release or formally charge John Heche, deputy chairman of the CHADEMA party, who was recently arrested. Heche was detained on Wednesday while trying to attend the treason trial of his party leader, Tundu Lissu. His family and associates say his whereabouts remain unknown, and they have issued an ultimatum to search for him themselves if needed.
Tanzanian Activist Survives Abduction and Shooting
Reported by AI
A Tanzanian activist has survived an abduction and shooting amid rising disappearances in the country. The incident highlights increasing risks for human rights defenders. Authorities are urged to investigate.