19 Apr 2024 | 07:50 PM UTC
Tanzania: CHADEMA opposition party plan to protest nationwide from April 22-30
CHADEMA opposition party to protest across Tanzania from April 22-30; heightened security, localized disruptions likely.
CHADEMA opposition party plans to hold protests across Tanzania from April 22-30. The purpose of the action is to demand the government to address the high cost of living and advocate for constitutional rights and electoral reforms. Although the exact time and sites for protests remain unclear as of April 19, attendance could be in the thousands. The largest rallies will likely occur at the following locations and dates:
Bukoba April 22
Arusha April 25
Dodoma April 29
Morogoro April 30
Associated demonstrations are planned in other urban centers nationwide, and additional protests may be announced at short notice.
Police will almost certainly deploy to monitor and facilitate all demonstrations. Large numbers of people and associated security measures will likely prompt localized transport disruptions; public transport in affected areas may be canceled or diverted. The demonstrations will likely proceed peacefully, though isolated clashes between police and protesters cannot be ruled out.
Avoid all demonstrations as a routine security precaution and to mitigate associated disruptions. Reconfirm business appointments and travel arrangements in the affected cities. Heed the instructions of local authorities; leave the area at the first sign of a confrontation.
