Private Businesses Accused of Complicity in Forced Evictions of Maasai Communities in Tanzania
What Does the Report Reveal?
- Ortello Business Corporation (OBC) involved in evicting Maasai Indigenous communities
- Improper trophy hunting activities conducted under the guise of ‘conservation’
- TAASA Lodge and &BEYOND also operating in the affected area
What Calls for Action Have Been Made?
Amnesty International calls for:
- Conducting prompt, impartial investigation
- Bringing perpetrators of human rights violations to justice
- Providing victims with access to justice and remedies
What Happened During the Protests and Evictions?
Incidents included:
- Excessive force used by Tanzanian security forces
- Maasai residents forcibly evicted at least four times since 2009
- Over 40 people wounded, others displaced or homeless
How Did Companies Respond to Allegations?
&BEYOND and TAASA Lodge responded to allegations:
- &BEYOND mentioned ongoing litigation over the land
- TAASA Lodge emphasized commitment to following the rule of law
Summary: Businesses accused of complicity in forced evictions in Tanzania, prompting calls for investigations and remedies to the affected Maasai communities.
Source: www.amnesty.org