Tanzania President Remorseful over Internet Shutdown on Election Day

Tanzania president remorseful over internet shutdown on election day

Tanzania’s president has, for the first time since the disputed October election, commented on a six-day internet shutdown that disrupted operations as the country went through its worst postelection violence.

No internet disruption, Dr Samia assures diplomats and foreigners of their safety

DODOMA: PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan has assured the diplomatic community and foreign residents of their safety in the country following service disruptions and internet shutdowns during last year’s general elections. The Head of State made the statement when addressing Ambassadors from various countries in a Diplomatic Sherry Party held at the Chamwino State House in Dodoma on Thursday, vowing that the experience will never repeat itself. “To …

Samia breaks silence on internet shutdown, assures diplomats of safety

The President acknowledged challenges linked to violence that occurred on and after Election Day, insisting, however, that the country’s response was necessary to maintain constitutional order...