The Tanzania Police Force has announced that it will resume receiving notices from organisers planning public meetings, saying the country’s security situation has improved.

In a statement issued from Police Headquarters in Dodoma, police spokesperson David Misime said the decision followed security operations that disrupted alleged plans to carry out unlawful acts aimed at disturbing public order.

Police claimed investigations uncovered alleged plots to block roads, burn schools to create fear, vandalise Tanzania Electric Supply Company (Tanesco) transformers and attack police officers. They also alleged that the activities were coordinated through meetings involving children and young people, door-to-door mobilisation and neighbourhood groups.

According to the statement, several suspects have been arrested, with some already charged in court while investigations continue.

Police thanked members of the public for sharing information with security agencies and refusing to take part in the alleged activities.
The force said organisers of public meetings should continue submitting notices to District Police Commanders as required by law, while urging citizens to report suspected criminal activities.