An activist testified before the European Parliament on June 22nd, alleging human rights violations and enforced disappearances in Tanzania. The testimony came from the sister of Humphrey Polepole, a former ambassador who vanished after publicly criticizing the Tanzanian government. She specifically denounced “abductions and violence” perpetrated by state authorities. This testimony adds to growing international pressure on the government of President Samia Suluhu Hassan. Concerns center around the rule of law and the suppression of dissent within the country. Further protests are planned for July 7th, raising the potential for increased tensions. The case highlights a concerning pattern of alleged state-sponsored repression in Tanzania.