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December 5, 2025
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UK, Canada, 14 EU States call for independent probe into Tanzania poll unrest

UK, Canada, 14 EU States call for independent probe into Tanzania poll unrest

In the joint statement, the countries said they “deeply regret” the loss of lives and injuries reported in the post-election period.They reiterated concerns over the conduct of the polls and the ensui.....

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The United Kingdom, Canada, Norway, and 13 other European nations have collectively called for an independent investigation into the unrest following Tanzania’s recent elections, citing credible reports of violence, disappearances, and human rights violations. They urged Tanzanian authorities to uphold international commitments and ensure justice for victims.

  • The joint statement was endorsed by 16 diplomatic missions, including the British and Canadian High Commissions and the EU Delegation.
  • Concerns include reports of extrajudicial killings, disappearances, arbitrary arrests, and the concealment of bodies.
  • Tanzania's President Samia Suluhu attributed the unrest to "foreign actors" seeking to destabilize the nation.

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