Juma Ramadhan, a 21-year-old, has been arrested by the Dar es Salaam Special Police for allegedly murdering his father, Ramadhan Jaffary, aged 47, and burying him in the deceased's house. Police Commander Jumanne Muliro reported that on June 16, 2026, they received a report from relatives about Jaffary's disappearance. Following an investigation, authorities discovered the body buried in a room of his house in Kwembe Luguruni, Ubungo District.

Prof. Riziki Shemdoe, the Minister of State in the Prime Minister's Office (TAMISEMI), has instructed that action be taken against human resource officers who delay promotions for public servants despite them meeting all necessary criteria. This statement was made during the closing of Public Service Week celebrations in Dodoma, representing Chief Secretary Ambassador Dr. Moses Kusiluka. Shemdoe highlighted ongoing challenges with some human resource officers failing to perform their duties effectively.

Shamza Abedi, the former head of the Kabarnet Police Station in Baringo County, was surprised to be sought by the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA), which typically investigates complaints against police officers. Initially fearing that one of her officers might be involved in misconduct, she was instead awarded by IPOA for her efforts in restoring security in the community, an unusual occurrence for the authority.

Police in Tanzania's Dodoma Region have arrested a total of 418 suspects for various offences during a period beginning August 12, according to Global Publishers. The suspects have been brought before the courts to face charges. The report did not specify the exact nature of all the alleged crimes or the outcome of the court proceedings.

Residents and local leaders of Kisoso, Kiteredde and Kimwaanyi villages in Kimaanya-Kabonera sub-county, Masaka, held a meeting to address anonymous threatening leaflets left in their communities, which have caused fear among villagers. The leaflets reportedly warn of planned attacks. Police say those distributing the leaflets will be arrested, according to NTV Uganda.

Albert Kipele, CCM youth wing (UVCCM) chairman for Rukwa region, has called on youth leaders from ward and district levels to educate and mobilise community groups ahead of the national Uhuru Torch climax, which will be held in Rukwa. Speaking to youth and ward leaders in Sumbawanga municipality, he said young people have a duty to raise awareness about the event, which he described as a unifying national occasion.