The Tanzania Police Force has sustained intensified crime-prevention operations across Dar es Salaam, maintaining a generally calm security situation as residents continue to share information that helps thwart criminal activity.
Police said that between January 30 and February 24, 2026, officers from the Dar es Salaam Special Zone arrested 46 suspects over a range of criminal offences, including armed robbery, burglary, breaking into godowns and stores, and theft.
The operation also targeted suspects allegedly involved in trading stolen property such as mobile phones, television sets, motorcycles, laptops and radios.
Among those arrested were Rashidi Mtunguja, popularly known as Msambaa, and four accomplices in Jangwani, Ilala District; Issa Nassoro, alias Kurukutu, and two others in Gongolamboto, Ilala; as well as Nicolaus Abdallah Said of Manzese and four associates.
As part of the crackdown, police impounded a Toyota Noah vehicle bearing registration number T457 CQF, which is suspected to have been used in transporting stolen goods.
Officers also recovered 20 motorcycles believed to have been stolen from various parts of the city, along with 110 mobile phones and assorted tools allegedly used to commit crimes.
Police further reported significant legal milestones after several suspects were convicted following the presentation of evidence in court during the same period.
Mwita Marwa and two accomplices from Kigamboni were sentenced to life imprisonment by the Kigamboni District Court for gang rape.
Morisi John Ngaleje of Kibada received a 30-year jail term for rape, while Adam Sanilo, also from Kibada, was handed a 60-year sentence for armed robbery and rape.
In Temeke District, Athumani Said of Buza and Nurdin Jafari of Chang’ombe were each sentenced to 30 years in prison for armed robbery, while Mohamed Omary of Mbande was sentenced to life imprisonment for rape.
On road safety, police said enforcement and public education efforts have continued against reckless driving and traffic violations, including the illegal use of Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) lanes.
A total of 250 drivers were arrested for unlawfully entering BRT lanes, comprising 64 motorists, 167 motorcycle riders (bodaboda) and 19 three-wheeler (bajaji) drivers.
Of the vehicles involved, 45 were privately owned while 19 belonged to government institutions. All were subjected to legal action.
Police have urged residents to maintain close cooperation with law enforcement agencies, stressing that community participation remains vital in strengthening security and ensuring that economic, social and political activities proceed smoothly across the city.