Onesmo Olengurumwa
Onesmo Olengurumwa is the National Coordinator of the Human Rights Defenders Coalition (THRDC) in Tanzania. He focuses on advocating for human rights and expanding civic space, empowering citizens and legal professionals to uphold the rule of law and enhance accountability in the country.
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Mr Onesmo Olengurumwa has emerged as one of the leading global contenders for the position of United Nations Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights defenders.
Tanzanian candidate ranked among top contenders for UN human rights role
Tanzania· 2026-02-01Onesmo Olengurumwa is the National Coordinator of THRDC who led the civil society representatives in a meeting with CCM officials.
Rights bodies’ concerns ahead of Oct 29 electionsTanzania· 2025-10-23
Onesmo Olengurumwa is the national coordinator of the Tanzania Human Rights Defenders Coalition, which condemned the abduction of Humphrey Polepole.
Tanzanian lawyers file case at High Court challenging Polepole’s disappearanceTanzania· 2025-10-07
Onesmo Olengurumwa lodged the appeal against the Attorney General regarding public interest litigation.
Court of Appeal quashes restrictions on public interest litigationTanzania· 2025-06-15
Onesmo Olengurumwa emphasised the responsible use of technology in human rights work during a workshop.
THRDC warns rights defenders against overdependence on technology, urges strategic vigilance ahead of electionsTanzania· 2025-05-10
Mr Onesmo Olengurumwa is the National Coordinator of the Tanzania Human Rights Defenders Coalition (THRDC).
THRDC pushes for action: 10 reforms needed for fair 2025 electionsTanzania· 2025-04-11
Onesmo Olengurumwa, the national coordinator of THRDC, stated that the program empowers citizens and civil society organizations to uphold the rule of law.
EU yamwaga Sh17.8 bilioni kuimarisha demokrasia, utawala wa sheria nchiniTanzania· 2025-02-15
