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April 13, 2026 – Kenya –
A Kenyan journalist has alleged that he is being targeted by authorities linked to Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s administration, claiming he is facing surveillance and intimidation following critical reporting on Tanzania’s government.
The allegations were made by TV47 journalist Billy Miya, who says he and his co-host have been subjected to monitoring and threats connected to their on-air commentary on Tanzanian politics. According to his claims, the pressure intensified after their program, which regularly discusses regional political developments, drew attention from authorities in Dar es Salaam.
Miya has further alleged that an insider within his professional environment was allegedly paid a substantial sum to provide information about his movements and activities, raising concerns about coordinated surveillance efforts extending beyond Tanzania’s borders.
Reports circulating in regional media suggest that the journalist believes the targeting is linked to his criticism of Tanzanian governance and political decisions, particularly those involving President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s administration. These claims have not been independently verified by official authorities in either Kenya or Tanzania.
The situation has sparked wider concern among media freedom advocates, who warn that such allegations, if substantiated, would point to a troubling pattern of transnational pressure on journalists in East Africa. Observers note that journalists reporting on cross-border political issues increasingly face risks, including digital surveillance, intimidation, and alleged infiltration attempts.
Regional media reports also situate the claims within a broader context of strained press freedom conditions in Tanzania, where journalists and critics have previously raised concerns about surveillance practices and restrictions on critical reporting. However, Tanzanian authorities have not publicly responded to the specific allegations made in this case.
The journalist’s claims have also prompted discussion within Kenyan media circles about the safety of reporters covering sensitive regional political issues. Advocacy voices argue that clearer safeguards are needed to protect journalists from potential cross-border intimidation and to ensure that media professionals can operate without fear of reprisal.
As of now, no formal investigation results have been made public, and the allegations remain unverified. Nonetheless, the case adds to growing scrutiny of press freedom conditions in the region and the risks faced by journalists reporting on politically sensitive matters across East Africa.
Reference –
https://www.theonlinekenyan.com/read/story/634831
https://streamlinefeed.co.ke/news/kenyan-journalist-alleges-surveillance-by-dar-es-salaam
