Ugandan Activists Accuse Tanzanian Government of Torture

Ugandan Activists Detail Torture Allegations Against Tanzanian Government NAIROBI, Kenya – Two Ugandan activists, Boniface Mwangi and Agata Atuhaire, have made serious allegations of torture and human rights abuses against the Tanzanian government during a press conference held in Nairobi on June 2nd, 2025. Their accounts detail a harrowing ordeal involving beatings, unlawful detention, and threats. Mwangi recounted his experience, stating, "They stripped me naked, and I could hear Agata screaming." Atuhaire added, "They violently pulled me from the vehicle." Both activists described being held in cramped, unsanitary conditions and subjected to psychological torment. The activists’ emotional testimonies highlight the urgent need for international investigation into these allegations. The video footage, showing visible distress among the activists, underscores the seriousness of the situation. This event raises concerns about human rights in Tanzania and calls for immediate action from the international community. The press conference concluded with calls for immediate international sanctions against President Samia Suluhu Hassan and other officials. The activists’ bravery in coming forward is a testament to the importance of holding those in power accountable for their actions.