US Senator Jim Risch has criticized Meta for restricting social media access for Tanzanian activists, including those in the United States, following requests from the Tanzanian government. These actions raise concerns about free expression and political freedoms, prompting the US State Department to review its relationship with Tanzania.

• Meta confirmed restricting access to activist Maria Sarungi's Instagram account within Tanzania based on a legal order from Tanzanian regulators.
• Ranking Republican on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, Senator Jim Risch, warned that such cooperation between tech firms and Tanzanian authorities has serious implications.
• The US State Department cited "grave concerns" regarding Tanzanian governance, human rights, and security, including the repression of religious freedom and free speech, in its decision to launch a full review of the relationship.