Tanzania’s Chande Commission is hearing testimonies from victims of the October 29, 2025, election violence largely in private, limiting journalists’ access. Chaired by retired Chief Justice Mohammed Chande Othman, the commission aims to protect witnesses and address sensitive security matters. Critics, including lawyers and civil society groups, argue that closed sessions reduce transparency and public trust, while families of victims seek accurate records. Observers note that restricted media access challenges independent reporting and accountability.

The United States is reviewing its relations with Tanzania, citing concerns over governance, human rights, and investment practices. Acting US Ambassador Andrew Lentz said Washington aims to establish a relationship based on reciprocity. The review comes amid international scrutiny of Tanzania following violence around the elections and allegations of mismanagement. Officials in Dar es Salaam have engaged with US authorities as part of efforts to address these concerns and maintain diplomatic and economic ties.

The High Court of Zanzibar dismissed 19 election petitions filed by ACT Wazalendo candidates, ruling that it lacks jurisdiction over parliamentary election disputes, which must be filed in the High Court of the United Republic on the mainland. The cases followed the general election in which CCM won 40 of 50 seats. The ruling, delivered by Judge Haji S. Khamis, upheld a government objection and prompted ACT Wazalendo to announce plans to appeal.

President Samia Hassan appointed Dr. Rahma Salim Mahfoudh as Deputy Governor for Administration and Internal Control at the Bank of Tanzania, succeeding Julian Raphael. She also named Dr. Ladislaus Chang’a as Director General of the Tanzania Meteorological Authority, Professor Muhammad Kambi as Chairman of Muhimbili National Hospital’s Board of Trustees, and Ambassador Wilson Masilingi as Chairman of the Tanzania Extractive Industries Transparency and Accountability Institute. The appointments follow the completion of the previous officeholders’ terms.

Tanzania’s Foreign Minister Mahmoud Kombo met Pope Leo XIV in the Vatican to discuss peace, national healing, and the Catholic Church’s role in promoting stability. Kombo delivered a message from President Samia Suluhu Hassan about measures taken after post-election violence in October 2025 and reaffirmed the government’s appreciation for the Church’s social and moral leadership. The delegation also met Archbishop Paul Gallagher, addressing Tanzania’s plan to establish a resident embassy to the Holy See.

The Land Transport Regulatory Authority (LATRA) suspended four online ticketing companies—Exbite, Tiketi Rafiki, Safari Yetu, and Safiri Tiketi—for failing to meet regulatory standards, and gave bus operators 15 days to switch to approved providers. Ten companies, including AB Connect and Basi Bora, now meet requirements. LATRA emphasized that only compliant systems can operate, warned non-compliant operators of enforcement, and highlighted that e-ticketing improves transparency, security, and government oversight of the transport sector.