Tanzania tightened security and banned protests after the disputed October elections, amid reports of violent crackdowns and human rights concerns.

In the aftermath of Tanzania's October 29, 2025 elections, which President Samia Suluhu Hassan won with nearly 98% of the vote due to disqualification of opposition candidates, the government has outlawed protests citing national security concerns. On December 9, Independence Day, security forces patrolled key urban centers and enforced roadblocks, preventing public demonstrations. Despite a government investigation into election-related violence, international observers and human rights groups report hundreds of extrajudicial killings and thousands detained, raising concerns internationally. The US has expressed apprehension regarding human rights abuses and is reassessing relations with Tanzania. Opposition figures accuse the government of enforced disappearances of critics, with little progress on investigations. The tense situation reflects ongoing political strife and repression following the disputed electoral process.