Police in the Mbeya Region, Tanzania, have arrested a local teacher over claims of posting inflammatory content on social media again after a November arrest. The man, Clemence Kenani Mwandambo, works at Saint Clemence Nursery School in the city. He lives in the Uzunguni A area.
The arrest happened on December 29, 2025, early in the morning. Mbeya Regional Police Commander Benjamin Kuzaga put out a statement about it. Officers picked him up around 5:20 am at his home. They say he was sharing provocative messages on Facebook and Instagram.
Mwandambo has become known online for his videos. He often uses a catchphrase that goes something like “Nachoka baba yenu, Clemence Mwandambo.” It means he’s fed up, in a strong way. His posts get a lot of views. Many see them as criticism of the government.
This came during a time when police were stepping up actions across Tanzania. There were calls for protests planned for December 9, Independence Day. Authorities worried about unrest after earlier demonstrations in October. Those protests turned violent in places like Dar es Salaam, Arusha, Mwanza, and Mbeya.
Human Rights Watch and other groups pointed out several arrests around then. They called many of them wrongful. People detained included opposition supporters and online critics. Mwandambo’s case fits into that pattern. Police accused him of incitement, saying his posts could stir up trouble.
He teaches young children at the nursery school. Friends and followers described him as outspoken. Some say his videos just express frustration with daily issues. Others think they went too far.
After the arrest, police held him for questioning. They worked on finishing the investigation. Then they planned to decide on charges. No court appearance has been reported yet in public updates.
Mbeya is in southern Tanzania. It’s a busy city with markets and farming around it. People there follow news closely, especially on social media. Stories like this spread fast in local groups.
Tanzania has laws against spreading false information or inciting hate. The government uses them more during tense times. Critics say it limits free speech. Supporters argue it keeps peace.
Mwandambo’s family and colleagues have stayed quiet publicly. His online pages stopped new posts after the arrest. Fans left messages asking for updates.
Cases involving social media are common now in Tanzania. Young people use platforms to talk about politics and life. But authorities watch closely. WhatsApp groups and TikTok creators have faced similar issues.
This arrest got attention from media inside and outside the country. Bloomberg mentioned it in reports on post-election actions. Local papers like The Citizen covered the police statement.
As of late December 2025, no new details have come out on his case. Police continue handling it. Many wait to see if charges stick or if he gets released.
Stories about online speech raise questions in Tanzania. How much can people say without crossing lines? Especially when things feel heated politically.
Mwandambo was just a teacher sharing thoughts. Now he’s in the middle of a bigger debate. His phrase became a meme for some. For others, it led to this.
Police say they act to prevent problems. Rights groups say some arrests go too far. In the end, courts will handle specifics.
For now, the teacher remains detained. The investigation moves forward. People in Mbeya and beyond keep an eye on it.
