Tanzanians marked their Independence Day under lockdown, with heavy security, social media restrictions, and unsanctioned gatherings outlawed to stifle expected protests.
Recent deadly violence and this week's nationwide clampdown show Tanzania is neither stable nor a place where U.S. investment can thrive. This puts hundreds of American companies at risk and makes it clear the urgent need to review the bilateral relationship and U.S.-backed investments.
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Mwenyekiti wa Kamati ya Seneti ya Mahusiano ya Kigeni
Watanzania waliadhimisha Siku yao ya Uhuru wakiwa wamefungiwa, huku ulinzi mkali, vizuizi vya mitandao ya kijamii na mikusanyiko isiyoidhinishwa ikiwa imeharamishwa kuzima maandamano yanayotarajiwa.
Vurugu mbaya za hivi majuzi na vikwazo vya wiki hii nchini kote vinaonyesha Tanzania si tulivu wala si mahali ambapo uwekezaji wa Marekani unaweza kustawi.
Hili huweka mamia ya makampuni ya Marekani hatarini na huweka wazi haja ya dharura ya kukagua uhusiano wa nchi mbili na uwekezaji unaoungwa mkono na Marekani.