Boniface Mwangi Accuses Tanzanian Government of Torture, Vows Global Exposure of Abuses

Nairobi, Kenya — Prominent Kenyan activist Boniface Mwangi has launched scathing accusations against Tanzanian authorities, alleging that he and fellow Ugandan activist Agather Atuhaire were subjected to “the worst form of torture” during their recent detention in Tanzania. Mwangi, who was released on May 23, issued a fiery statement shortly after his return, vowing to expose what he described as systematic abuse under President Samia Suluhu’s administration.

“Everything that happened to us in Tanzania was done in Samia Suluhu’s name, and we will ensure the world gets to know,” Mwangi wrote, referring to his detention alongside Atuhaire. He alleged that they were threatened with public humiliation for their activism and endured inhumane conditions at the hands of Tanzanian authorities.

The human rights advocate went further, labeling President Suluhu a “torturous dictator” and pledging to amplify the voices of Tanzanian victims who, he claims, are too afraid to speak out. “What Suluhu did to us will be revealed to the world. We shall not be silenced,” he declared.

Mwangi’s statement has ignited a fresh wave of concern among regional human rights organizations, with calls for an independent investigation into the activists’ claims. Although Tanzanian officials have yet to respond publicly, the allegations threaten to strain diplomatic ties and cast renewed scrutiny on the East African nation’s human rights record.

Mwangi concluded with a rallying cry for solidarity across the continent: “African activists must remain united. We stand together against dictatorships, and we will not retreat.”

The incident has drawn attention from civil society networks and watchdog groups, who are now demanding accountability and assurances of safety for activists operating across borders within East Africa.