The United States government has issued a fresh travel advisory for Tanzania, warning foreigners against travelling to the war-torn East African country amid lingering political instability.
In a notice dated Wednesday, November 5, President Donald Trump's administration warned of possible arrests and detention of foreigners by the Tanzanian law enforcers.
"Foreign nationals may experience increased attention from local security authorities, and there have been reports of temporary detentions," the U.S. government warned.
The U.S. government also confirmed a shortage of food, fuel, and cash, coupled with continued intermittent internet outages in some parts of the country.
"The ability to make payments via credit card is dependent on internet access. As access is restored nationwide, more locations can accept credit card payments," the U.S. government stated.
The U.S. Embassy in Tanzania also called on foreigners to exercise heightened caution, avoid demonstrations, and remain vigilant about their surroundings.
According to the U.S., while President Samia Suluhu's administration lifted the curfew, authorities have maintained restrictions in some regions and increased security checkpoints across the country.
Additionally, foreigners were cautioned against contravening the directive issued by Tanzanian police against sharing pictures or videos which cause panic.
The U.S. government noted that it had received credible reports of security officials searching electronic devices for politically sensitive content with foreigners, including Kenyans, urging them to be mindful of the country's laws.
The travel advisory comes amid reports of a resumption in the country's normal operations barely days after Suluhu's swearing-in after winning 98 per cent of the total votes cast.
Tanzania’s general elections, held on October 29, 2025, were marred by unrest, with reports of hundreds killed, several injured, and some held in detention.
However, the country's opposition has since called on the international community, including the International Criminal Court (ICC), to intervene and ensure justice for those killed during the post-election violence.
