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- Jul 3, 2015
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The Coast Region Police Force has confirmed the deaths of four young men whose bodies were discovered along the roadside between Mapinga and Kibaha. The bodies had visible injuries to the face and legs, and the victims were estimated to be between 19 and 22 years old, all residents of Dar es Salaam.
The bodies were transported to Tumbi, Pwani Regional Referral Hospital for further examination. Later, parents and relatives identified the deceased as Mikidadi Abbas Mikidadi (21), Hassan Juma Jumanne (21), Fadhili Patrick Hiyola (19), and Abdalla Fadhil Nyanga (21) — all from Dar es Salaam.
Swahili Post: Miili ya Wanaume Wanne yakutwa barabara ya Mapinga kuelekea Kibaha
Police stated that the bodies have been handed over to their families for burial arrangements following the completion of medical examinations. A detailed investigation is ongoing to determine the circumstances surrounding the killings and identify those responsible.
The Coast Regional Police have appealed to the public to provide any information that could help uncover the truth about the incident, emphasizing that community cooperation is vital in ensuring that those involved are brought to justice.
Background of Events
This report comes at a time when, for several years now, there have been recurring media and online reports of abductions and disappearances in Tanzania, with some claims linking these incidents to the Police Force.
Outgoing Kawe Member of Parliament from the ruling Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM), Josephat Gwajima, recently stated that he had conducted a personal investigation and found that approximately 83 people have been abducted in recent years.
Some of the most widely reported cases include:
Mdude Nyagali – A CHADEMA activist who was abducted from his home in Mbeya on May 2 by individuals who allegedly identified themselves as police officers. He has not been seen since.
Edgar Mwakabela (Sativa) – Abducted on June 23, 2024, and found four days later with injuries. The case sparked public debate, with Mwakabela alleging police involvement, a claim the police have denied.
Ally Mohamed Kibao – In September 2024, this CHADEMA leader was reportedly taken from a bus while traveling from Dar es Salaam to Tanga by armed men. He was later found murdered in Dar es Salaam.
Humphrey Polepole – On October 6, 2025, the former Tanzanian ambassador to Cuba and Malawi, ex-CCM Ideology and Publicity Secretary, former District Commissioner (Ubungo and Musoma), and Member of Parliament, was allegedly abducted by unknown individuals and has been missing since.
These incidents have been repeatedly condemned by opposition parties and human rights activists, who argue that such acts violate fundamental human rights, including the right to life and freedom of expression, primarily since several of those who have gone missing or been abducted are known government critics.
Police deny involvement claims
The Tanzania Police Force has consistently denied involvement in the reported abductions and killings. Police spokesperson David Misime previously stated that the force continues to closely follow up on reports of missing persons and kidnappings, despite being accused of complicity. According to Misime, investigations have often revealed details different from those alleged. He explained that in several reported cases, those believed to be missing were later found alive or deceased, and that in some cases, evidence suggested instances of self-abduction.
He further mentioned other reasons behind disappearances, including romantic jealousy, witchcraft-related beliefs, inheritance disputes, revenge, fleeing justice after committing crimes, and even traveling abroad to join extremist groups.
Read: Polisi: Baadhi ya matukio ya utekaji ni kujiteka wenyewe na migogoro ya kifamilia
Citizens insist of getting Government Statement
As these incidents continue to unfold, citizens have been voicing growing frustration over the government’s silence, calling on authorities to at least issue a public statement condemning the abductions.
On October 13, Shabani Itutu, the Alliance for Democratic Change (ADC) parliamentary candidate for Ilemela Constituency, urged the government to speak out publicly against the ongoing reports of abductions across the country. He warned that the government’s continued silence could normalize such incidents in society and endanger national peace and security.
“Since these abductions began, I haven’t seen the government publicly condemn them. We are urging the authorities to come forward and denounce these acts. It’s heartbreaking that the children of poor citizens are being abducted, leaving their families in pain — families that depended on them,” said Itutu.
Read: Itutu: Tunaiomba Serikali itoke hadharani ikemee utekaji
The bodies were transported to Tumbi, Pwani Regional Referral Hospital for further examination. Later, parents and relatives identified the deceased as Mikidadi Abbas Mikidadi (21), Hassan Juma Jumanne (21), Fadhili Patrick Hiyola (19), and Abdalla Fadhil Nyanga (21) — all from Dar es Salaam.
Swahili Post: Miili ya Wanaume Wanne yakutwa barabara ya Mapinga kuelekea Kibaha
Police stated that the bodies have been handed over to their families for burial arrangements following the completion of medical examinations. A detailed investigation is ongoing to determine the circumstances surrounding the killings and identify those responsible.
The Coast Regional Police have appealed to the public to provide any information that could help uncover the truth about the incident, emphasizing that community cooperation is vital in ensuring that those involved are brought to justice.
Background of Events
This report comes at a time when, for several years now, there have been recurring media and online reports of abductions and disappearances in Tanzania, with some claims linking these incidents to the Police Force.
Outgoing Kawe Member of Parliament from the ruling Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM), Josephat Gwajima, recently stated that he had conducted a personal investigation and found that approximately 83 people have been abducted in recent years.
Some of the most widely reported cases include:
Mdude Nyagali – A CHADEMA activist who was abducted from his home in Mbeya on May 2 by individuals who allegedly identified themselves as police officers. He has not been seen since.
Edgar Mwakabela (Sativa) – Abducted on June 23, 2024, and found four days later with injuries. The case sparked public debate, with Mwakabela alleging police involvement, a claim the police have denied.
Ally Mohamed Kibao – In September 2024, this CHADEMA leader was reportedly taken from a bus while traveling from Dar es Salaam to Tanga by armed men. He was later found murdered in Dar es Salaam.
Humphrey Polepole – On October 6, 2025, the former Tanzanian ambassador to Cuba and Malawi, ex-CCM Ideology and Publicity Secretary, former District Commissioner (Ubungo and Musoma), and Member of Parliament, was allegedly abducted by unknown individuals and has been missing since.
These incidents have been repeatedly condemned by opposition parties and human rights activists, who argue that such acts violate fundamental human rights, including the right to life and freedom of expression, primarily since several of those who have gone missing or been abducted are known government critics.
Police deny involvement claims
The Tanzania Police Force has consistently denied involvement in the reported abductions and killings. Police spokesperson David Misime previously stated that the force continues to closely follow up on reports of missing persons and kidnappings, despite being accused of complicity. According to Misime, investigations have often revealed details different from those alleged. He explained that in several reported cases, those believed to be missing were later found alive or deceased, and that in some cases, evidence suggested instances of self-abduction.
He further mentioned other reasons behind disappearances, including romantic jealousy, witchcraft-related beliefs, inheritance disputes, revenge, fleeing justice after committing crimes, and even traveling abroad to join extremist groups.
Read: Polisi: Baadhi ya matukio ya utekaji ni kujiteka wenyewe na migogoro ya kifamilia
Citizens insist of getting Government Statement
As these incidents continue to unfold, citizens have been voicing growing frustration over the government’s silence, calling on authorities to at least issue a public statement condemning the abductions.
On October 13, Shabani Itutu, the Alliance for Democratic Change (ADC) parliamentary candidate for Ilemela Constituency, urged the government to speak out publicly against the ongoing reports of abductions across the country. He warned that the government’s continued silence could normalize such incidents in society and endanger national peace and security.
“Since these abductions began, I haven’t seen the government publicly condemn them. We are urging the authorities to come forward and denounce these acts. It’s heartbreaking that the children of poor citizens are being abducted, leaving their families in pain — families that depended on them,” said Itutu.
Read: Itutu: Tunaiomba Serikali itoke hadharani ikemee utekaji
