Tanzanian authorities in the Kigoma Region arrested 28 migrants from Burundi and the Democratic Republic of Congo during a patrol operation on September 3, 2026. The crackdown targeted individuals engaged in various activities, including agricultural work and travel through bus stations. The arrests highlight ongoing efforts to control illegal immigration within the country. Details regarding the migrants’ onward destinations and legal proceedings were not immediately available. This incident underscores the challenges faced by Tanzania in managing migration flows from neighboring countries. Authorities continue to conduct patrols and operations to enforce immigration laws. The migrants are currently being held pending further investigation and potential deportation proceedings.