The United States Embassy in Dar es Salaam has issued a security alert for Tanzania ahead of nationwide anti-government protests scheduled to begin on Tuesday, December 9. The alert warns of potential widespread disruptions including curfews, roadblocks, internet blackouts, and increased scrutiny for foreign nationals.

• The protests are organized by Tanzania’s opposition parties in response to alleged police killings during last month's elections and to protest President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s re-election.
• The U.S. Embassy warned that foreign nationals may face increased attention from Tanzanian authorities, including searches of electronic devices for politically sensitive content.
• The Tanzanian government has canceled traditional December 9 Independence Day celebrations, with funds redirected to repair infrastructure damaged during recent post-election unrest.