Detained Udom lecturer Kaijage granted bail
University of Dodoma lecturer Melkisedeki Kaijage has been granted bail after being detained for 14 days regarding allegations of mobilizing unauthorized demonstrations. Legal proceedings are ongoing as police continue their investigation into the matter.
Why it matters
The case highlights tensions regarding academic freedom and the right to protest in Tanzania, drawing significant public and institutional concern.
Dodoma. University of Dodoma (Udom) lecturer Melkisedeki Kaijage has been granted bail after spending 14 days in custody without securing his release.
Mr Kaijage had been detained at Chang'ombe Police Station in Dodoma since July 8, 2026, on allegations of mobilising demonstrations planned for July 7, 2026.
Following his arrest, relatives and leaders of the University of Dodoma Academic Staff Association (UDOMASA) made unsuccessful attempts to secure his release before filing a bail application in court.
On Monday, the court ordered that he be released on bail.
UDOMASA chairman, Dr Gerald Shija on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, confirmed that their member had been granted bail in proceedings before Judge Joachim Tiganga.
“We are just completing a few remaining formalities, but the honourable judge has already granted the bail order and he will be released shortly,” said Dr Shija.
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