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Tanzanian priest - and government critic - brutally attacked


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  The attack on a Catholic priest comes amid rising political tensions ahead of October's elections.

Father Ambrose Kimbish, a Tanzanian Catholic priest known for his outspoken criticism of the government, was brutally murdered in his home in the village of Mwashenge, Lindi region. The attack occurred on February 16, 2023, and involved assailants using machetes, resulting in severe injuries to his head and neck. The police have launched an investigation into the killing, which has sparked widespread condemnation and raised concerns about the safety of critics of the Tanzanian government. Father Kimbish was well-known for his advocacy for the poor and his vocal opposition to government policies, which may have made him a target.

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