The United States government has issued a fresh travel advisory for Tanzania, warning foreigners against traveling to the East African country due to lingering political instability and reports of potential arrests and detentions by Tanzanian law enforcement.

• The advisory by President Donald Trump's administration was issued on Wednesday, November 5, citing increased attention from local security authorities and temporary detentions of foreign nationals.
• The U.S. government confirmed shortages of food, fuel, and cash, alongside intermittent internet outages, impacting credit card payments.
• The U.S. Embassy in Tanzania urged foreigners to exercise heightened caution, avoid demonstrations, and be vigilant, especially concerning a directive against sharing pictures or videos that cause panic.
• Credible reports indicate security officials are searching electronic devices for politically sensitive content, with foreigners, including Kenyans, advised to be mindful of Tanzania's laws.
• The advisory follows Tanzania's general elections on October 29, 2025, which were marred by unrest, with the opposition calling for international intervention after reports of hundreds killed.