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December 9, 2025
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Kenyan Govt to Block Protesters from Entering Tanzania

Kenyan Govt to Block Protesters from Entering Tanzania

Activists had planned demos to be held on Tanzania’s Independence Day, demanding justice for those allegedly killed during election violence on October 29...

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The Kenyan government has increased security at its borders to prevent citizens from joining planned protests in Tanzania, with Oloililai sub-county Deputy Commissioner Andrew Mwiti vowing to block all "inciters" and participants. This action follows accusations by Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu's administration that Kenyans infiltrated earlier election violence.

  • Kenya and Tanzania have enhanced border security to prevent Kenyans from participating in "illegal" protests in Tanzania.
  • Oloililai sub-county Deputy Commissioner Andrew Mwiti stated that Kenyan authorities are "well prepared to prevent inciters" from crossing the border.
  • The planned demonstrations, organized by human rights activists and youths, were scheduled for December 9, Tanzania’s Independence Day, to demand justice for alleged victims of October 29 election violence.
  • Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu’s government cancelled Independence Day celebrations and urged citizens to remain home, leading to deserted towns on December 9.

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