Akisa Wandera (@akisawandera) 's Twitter Profile
Akisa Wandera

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calendar_today22-01-2013 13:55:29

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A light aircraft carrying foreign tourists from Hungary and Germany crashed in Kenya on Tuesday, killing the 11 people on board. reuters.com/world/africa/k…

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Polisi jijini Dar es Salaam Tanzania wametawanya kundi la vijana waliokuwa wakiandamana katika eneo la Kimara Kibo, umbali wa kati ya Ubungo na Kimara, wakati huu wa uchaguzimkuu Tanzania2025. Maandamano haya ni sehemu ya mwitikio wa mitandaoni wa makundi ya wanaharakati na

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⚠️ Confirmed: Live network data show a nationwide disruption to internet connectivity in #Tanzania on election day, corroborating reports of a digital blackout; the incident comes as Tanzanians vote for a new president and parliament, with both main opposition parties barred

⚠️ Confirmed: Live network data show a nationwide disruption to internet connectivity in #Tanzania on election day, corroborating reports of a digital blackout; the incident comes as Tanzanians vote for a new president and parliament, with both main opposition parties barred
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Police in Tanzania have imposed a curfew following a tense polling day marked by protests and unrest in several parts of the country. Internet services have also been shut down, while several people have been injured during protests.

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Police in Tanzania 🇹🇿have imposed a night-time curfew in the commercial capital, Dar es Salaam, from 6 p.m. local time following a tense day of voting and protests during the country’s general election.

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Zanzibar’s Electoral Commission (ZEC) has declared CCM’s Dr. Hussein Ali Mwinyi the winner of the presidential election in the semi-autonomous Island.

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At least 25 Tanzanian nationals are receiving treatment in various hospitals in Migori County after crossing into Kenya amid protests in Tanzania, Isebania authorities say six sustained gunshot wounds.

At least 25 Tanzanian nationals are receiving treatment in various hospitals in Migori County after crossing into Kenya amid protests in Tanzania, Isebania authorities say six sustained gunshot wounds.
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In an exclusive interview with #FocusonAfrica’s Waihiga Mwaura , Tanazania’s Foreign Minister Mahmoud Thabit Kombo said that the scenes of turmoil and violence following the presidential elections were the actions of “small groups” promoting “vandalism”.

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Important Statement from the Foreign Ministers of 🇨🇦 🇬🇧 🇳🇴 expressing concern and calling for restraint in Tanzania - GOV.UK

Important Statement from the Foreign Ministers of 🇨🇦 🇬🇧 🇳🇴 expressing concern and calling for restraint in Tanzania  - GOV.UK
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#Tanzania’s 🇹🇿 Foreign Minister Mahmoud Thabit Kombo says the govt can’t yet confirm casualties from post-election unrest. He dismissed opposition and UN figures as unverified, saying official numbers will be released after investigations. #FocusonAfrica

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As Tanzania conducts its election it is also facing anti-government unrest. With strict accreditation requirements making it challenging for international journalists to operate freely, Victor Kenani explains what we know so far from the border town of Namanga.

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The Travel Advisory for Tanzania increased to Level 3 - Reconsider Travel. The “unrest” risk indicator has been added. The advisory summary reflects current travel restrictions for U.S. embassy employees. More at ow.ly/lsa350Xli1M.

The Travel Advisory for Tanzania increased to Level 3 - Reconsider Travel. The “unrest” risk indicator has been added. The advisory summary reflects current travel restrictions for U.S. embassy employees. More at ow.ly/lsa350Xli1M.
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BREAKING : President Samia Suluhu Hassan has been declared winner of Tanzania’s presidential election with a landslide 97.66% of the vote ,securing 31.9 million ballots in her favour. #TanzaniaElections

BREAKING : President Samia Suluhu Hassan has been declared winner of Tanzania’s presidential election with a landslide 97.66% of the vote ,securing 31.9 million ballots in her favour.
#TanzaniaElections
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A landslide following heavy overnight rains has hit Moror Village and Chesongoch Centre, Elgeyo Marakwet County, leaving many people injured. Our response team has been activated to respond, assess the situation and support those affected. More updates to follow.

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In #Sudan, aid groups warn of a surge in unaccompanied minors escaping El Fasher. Bushra Noor Moh’d and I worked on this piece about a 12-year-old boy who walked for 3 days to Tawila, beaten and accused of being a spy by RSF fighters. #KeepEyesOnSudan bbc.com/news/articles/…

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TANZANIA LAW: Presidential election results can NOT be challenged in court. Article 41 of the Constitution of Tanzania (1977) states that declaration of a winner by the Electoral Commission is final as “no court of law shall have any jurisdiction to inquire into the election of

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Kenya’s President William Ruto has congratulated Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan on her re-election, urging Tanzanians to “uphold peace and the rule of law” .

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⚠️ Confirmed: Metrics show that messaging app Telegram has been restricted in #Kenya as KCSE school exams are held, following an established pattern of internet censorship measures intended to limit cheating on exam days

⚠️ Confirmed: Metrics show that messaging app Telegram has been restricted in #Kenya as KCSE school exams are held, following an established pattern of internet censorship measures intended to limit cheating on exam days