Protests and Media Restrictions Surround Tanzanian General Election - November 2025

Tensions have erupted at the Kenya-Tanzania border in Namanga where Kenyan youth joined protests against the contentious Tanzanian general elections. The unrest follows widespread demonstrations across major Tanzanian cities, which are experiencing a security and media blackout. Amidst violent protests following the disputed October 29, 2025, election, Tanzanian music icon Diamond Platnumz deleted all social media posts that had supported President Samia Suluhu Hassan. CNN International Correspondent Larry Madowo explained his lack of coverage by citing the Tanzanian government's systemic refusal to allow independent foreign reporting. Madowo stated that Tanzania "does not like independent, critical reporting."

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Tensions Rise At Namanga Border As Kenyan Youth Join Tanzania Election Protests

Tensions have erupted at the Kenya-Tanzania border in Namanga as Kenyan youth joined protests against the contentious Tanzanian general elections. The unrest follows widespread demonstrations across major Tanzanian cities and a security and media blackout at the border.