European Parliament Unanimously Condemns Tanzania Election Violence, Urges Aid Suspension.
Clinton Machuki
On November 27, the European Parliament passed a 539-0 resolution condemning post-October 29 election violence in Tanzania, including killings, disappearances, and opposition leader Tundu Lissu's detention on treason charges. It demands independent probes, release of political prisoners, and suspension of €156 million in EU aid to the government, redirecting funds to human rights groups instead. While non-binding, the move highlights global worries over President Samia Suluhu Hassan's 98% win amid boycotts, protests, internet shutdowns, and unverified casualty claims from dozens to over 2,000, as families await answers on loved ones.
