Tanzania experienced a nationwide internet disruption on its General Election day, confirmed by global watchdog NetBlocks, as citizens went to the polls to elect a new president and parliament. This "digital blackout" coincided with significant political developments, including the barring of major opposition parties from the presidential race.

• The internet disruption was confirmed by NetBlocks via their X (formerly Twitter) account on October 29, 2025.
• The incident occurred as Tanzanians voted, with President Samia Suluhu Hassan seeking a full term.
• Tundu Lissu of the main opposition CHADEMA party was jailed on treason charges, and his party, along with the second-largest opposition party, ACT-Wazalendo, was barred from contesting.
• Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch previously raised concerns over the political climate, citing a climate of fear and reports of arbitrary arrests.
• The article draws a parallel to similar connectivity disruptions in Kenya during the #RejectFinanceBill2024 protests.