Tanzania: US Embassy Warns of Roadblocks and Internet Blackouts Around Oct. 29 Anniversary

October 28, 2026 — The US Embassy in Dar es Salaam has issued a countrywide security alert ahead of Thursday, October 29, the first anniversary of the violence that followed Tanzania’s October 29, 2025 election. The embassy warns of roadblocks, checkpoints, movement restrictions and intermittent internet blackouts.

What the alert says

Issued by: US Embassy Dar es Salaam, October 28, 2026.
Where: Countrywide.
Why: There have been calls for peaceful commemorations of the anniversary across Tanzania. The embassy says authorities may respond heavily to gatherings.
Possible impacts: Roadblocks, checkpoints, restrictions on movement and intermittent internet outages. No curfew had been announced.
How long: The embassy calls the situation fluid. It has given no end date (TBA) and says it will post updates.

The embassy advises travelers to avoid gatherings and demonstrations, keep a low profile, watch local media and review their personal security plans.

What it means for airline travelers

Think twice about flying standby into Dar es Salaam, Zanzibar or Kilimanjaro around October 29. If roads close or internet goes down, it may be hard to reach the airport, rebook or check flight status.
Prepare for the internet going down. Download boarding passes, hotel confirmations and maps ahead of time, and carry printed copies of key contacts.
Allow plenty of time to reach the airport and carry your passport for checkpoints.
Stay away from gatherings, including ones that start out peaceful.
Register with STEP (US) or Registration of Canadians Abroad. US citizens can call the embassy at +255-22-229-4000, or Consular Affairs at 1-888-407-4747 (from the US/Canada) or +1-202-501-4444 (from abroad).