Tanzania authorities ban 'immoral' songs
Monday, November 12, 2018

The song, which was released over the weekend, is now strictly prohibited from being played on any TV and radio stations in Tanzania.
Basata said the song's lyrics are "encouraging sexual thrill" and therefore immoral.
While every citizen, including the Head of State, has the right to voice opinions, the tone and context of the President’s comments were regrettably dismissive and risk chilling free expression in our country. The remarks are not isolated. They form part of a disturbing pattern of public attacks on independent institutions pillars essential to the healthy functioning of our democracy. The Judiciary, the Legislature, and now the media have all...