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Concerns over online content curbs

Publish date: 10 August 2020
Issue Number: 885
Diary: IBA Legalbrief Africa
Category: Tanzania

Activists say new rules that restrict online content are infringing on freedom of expression. Under the new legislation, organising, planning or even supporting any form of demonstration online is now illegal. BBC News reports that the new rules have also banned sharing of information about an infectious disease outbreak without government permission. Rights groups say since President John Magufuli came to power five years ago, the authorities have targeted the media, civil society organisations and individuals critical of the government.

Full BBC News report

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