Tanzania: Assailant killed following shooting incident near the Embassy of France in Dar es Salaam, Aug. 25 /update 1

Event

Security forces have killed an assailant involved in a shooting incident near the Embassy of France located along Ali Hassan Mwinyi Road, in Dar es Salaam, Aug. 25. Officials also announced that the attacker, allegedly a Somali national, killed two police officers. The motive for the attack and the identity of the assailant is unclear. There have been no reports of additional assailants or an ongoing threat in the area.

Heightened security is almost certain in the impact area in the coming hours. Officials may close nearby roads to carry out the investigation. Business and embassy disruptions are also likely in the impacted area, Aug. 25. The area hosts various embassies.

Context

While Dar es Salaam has not experienced a major terrorist attack since the 1998 US Embassy bombing, the port city faces a credible threat due to the risk emanating from nearby countries, including armed groups operating in northern Mozambique and Somalia.

Advice

Avoid the impact site, Aug. 25. Heed the directives of the local security forces. Maintain contact with your diplomatic representation.