A day after the general elections in Tanzania were marred by violent demonstrations, the United States issued an advisory to its citizens living or travelling to the East African nation. In its advisory, the US Embassy of Tanzania issued a travel advisory level two.

It said, “National presidential and parliamentary elections in Tanzania are ongoing. There are reports of country-wide demonstrations resulting in outbreaks of violence and roadblocks.”

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The embassy has asked the American citizens to avoid demonstrations and crowds, keep a low profile, monitor local media for updates and be aware of their surroundings.

Tanzania violence

Hundreds of protesters took to the streets for a second day of de

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