US sanctions Tanzanian police official over torture claims

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The US designated a senior Tanzanian police official for alleged torture and sexual assault of activists in Dar es Salaam.

WHO: United States

WHAT: Designated a senior Tanzanian police official over alleged detention, torture, and sexual assault of activists during a visit to Dar es Salaam

WHEN: May 22, 2026 at 6:54 AM ET

WHERE: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

WHY: The designation cites gross human rights violations involving the detention, torture, and sexual assault of Kenyan activist Boniface Mwangi and Ugandan journalist and activist Agather Atuhaire during their visit to Dar es Salaam last year

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