US slaps sanctions on Tanzanian police chief, bars him from entering America over human rights violations
The United States has imposed sanctions on Tanzania's police chief, Faustine Jackson Mafwele, due to alleged human rights violations. The sanctions come in the wake of a controversial election in which President Samia Suluhu Hassan was re-elected amid reports of violence against opposition figures. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio highlighted credible evidence of Mafwele's involvement in the torture and abuse of activists detained during the election period.
- ▪The US has sanctioned Tanzania's police chief and barred him from entering the country.
- ▪The sanctions were announced following a general election marked by violence and repression.
- ▪Faustine Jackson Mafwele is accused of being involved in the torture of activists detained by the police.
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- ▪ US sanctions Tanzanian police official over 'torture' of rights activists — BBC News
- ▪ US sanctions Tanzanian police official for alleged human rights abuses — Investing.com — News
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US News US slaps sanctions on Tanzanian police chief, bars him from entering America over human rights violations By Associated Press Published May 22, 2026, 7:11 a.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google The United States has sanctioned Tanzania’s police chief and barred him from entering the US, citing alleged human rights violations committed by the police force. The sanctions announced Thursday followed a general election in October in which President Samia Suluhu Hassan won a full term with 97% of the vote after a crackdown on opposition figures. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said in December said the country was reviewing its ties with Tanzania over repression and election violence.
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