Opposition Arrests Ahead of Protests

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Tanzanian authorities have arrested multiple opposition supporters and activists ahead of planned nationwide protests on December 9, 2025, citing online posts and alleged incitement. Police have monitored social media, confiscated electronics, and issued warnings to prevent unrest following the October 29 elections. Human Rights Watch and international bodies condemned the detentions, urging respect for peaceful protest and accountability for post-election violence. President Samia Suluhu Hassan formed a commission to investigate unrest, excluding opposition and civil society members.