Protests escalated across multiple Tanzanian cities following disputed presidential elections, with Amnesty International reporting two people were killed while other sources suggested higher casualty figures, prompting authorities to impose a curfew and deploy military forces.

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Protests escalated across multiple Tanzanian cities following disputed presidential elections, with Amnesty International reporting two people were killed while other sources suggested higher casualty figures, prompting authorities to impose a curfew and deploy military forces.

The East African country held elections on Wednesday, with incumbent President Samia Suluhu Hassan seeking reelection after the two main opposition parties were disqualified from participating in the presidential race, leaving only 16 candidates from smaller parties.

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The East African country held elections on Wednesday, with incumbent President Samia Suluhu Hassan seeking reelection after the two main opposition parties were disqualified from participating in the presidential race, leaving only 16 candidates from smaller parties.

Early election results showed President Hassan winning 96.99 percent of votes in eight constituencies out of 272 constituencies, while European Parliament lawmakers declared the elections "neither free nor fair" and called for democratic partners to defend human rights.

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Early election results showed President Hassan winning 96.99 percent of votes in eight constituencies out of 272 constituencies, while European Parliament lawmakers declared the elections "neither free nor fair" and called for democratic partners to defend human rights.

The Tanzanian government shut down internet access nationwide during the unrest and ordered public servants to work from home, while roadblocks manned by the army were established across the country to restrict movement of non-essential personnel.</span

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The Tanzanian government shut down internet access nationwide during the unrest and ordered public servants to work from home, while roadblocks manned by the army were established across the country to restrict movement of non-essential personnel.

Opposition leader Tundu Lissu remains imprisoned on treason charges for calling for electoral reforms, while the presidential candidate of the ACT (Alliance for Change and Transparency) Wazalendo Party, Luhaga Mpina, was barred from running on legal technicalities.

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Opposition leader Tundu Lissu remains imprisoned on treason charges for calling for electoral reforms, while the presidential candidate of the ACT (Alliance for Change and Transparency) Wazalendo Party, Luhaga Mpina, was barred from running on legal technicalities.

The ruling Chama Cha Mapinduzi party has governed Tanzania since its independence from Britain in 1961, making it one of Africa's longest-serving ruling parties, with observers noting the country's slide toward electoral authoritarianism in recent years.

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The ruling Chama Cha Mapinduzi party has governed Tanzania since its independence from Britain in 1961, making it one of Africa's longest-serving ruling parties, with observers noting the country's slide toward electoral authoritarianism in recent years.

Protests erupted across multiple Tanzanian cities during and after presidential elections, with Amnesty International reporting two people were killed while other sources suggested higher casualty figures, prompting authorities to impose a curfew and deploy military forces.

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Tanzania's election represents a complete sham orchestrated by an authoritarian and US-backed regime that has systematically destroyed democracy. The ruling party eliminated all meaningful opposition through treason charges, disappearances and killings, leaving citizens with no choice but fake candidates. Mass protests erupted as Tanzanians rejected this electoral farce, with crowds demanding military intervention to restore genuine democracy and hold fresh elections.

Tanzania's election represents a complete sham orchestrated by an authoritarian and US-backed regime that has systematically destroyed democracy. The ruling party eliminated all meaningful opposition through treason charges, disappearances and killings, leaving citizens with no choice but fake candidates. Mass protests erupted as Tanzanians rejected this electoral farce, with crowds demanding military intervention to restore genuine democracy and hold fresh elections.

Tanzanias ruling party has crushed the opposition  the elections are a mere formality

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October elections will reveal the extent of Tanzanias democratic decline

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Tanzania's election showcased remarkable economic progress and democratic reforms under President Hassan's leadership. The economy grew from 3.9% to 5.5%, exports increased to $8.7 billion, and new electoral laws strengthened democratic institutions. Hassan delivered on promises of political reconciliation, lifted rally bans, and committed to constitutional reform, proving her administration's dedication to inclusive growth and institutional strengthening.

Tanzania's election showcased remarkable economic progress and democratic reforms under President Hassan's leadership. The economy grew from 3.9% to 5.5%, exports increased to $8.7 billion, and new electoral laws strengthened democratic institutions. Hassan delivered on promises of political reconciliation, lifted rally bans, and committed to constitutional reform, proving her administration's dedication to inclusive growth and institutional strengthening.

Hassan to prioritise Tanzanias economic growth if re-elected

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Tanzania's election represents a complete sham orchestrated by an authoritarian and globalist regime that has systematically destroyed democracy. The ruling party eliminated all meaningful opposition through treason charges, disappearances and killings, leaving citizens with no choice but fake candidates. Mass protests erupted as Tanzanians rejected this electoral farce, with crowds demanding military intervention to restore genuine democracy and hold fresh elections.

Tanzania's election represents a complete sham orchestrated by an authoritarian and globalist regime that has systematically destroyed democracy. The ruling party eliminated all meaningful opposition through treason charges, disappearances and killings, leaving citizens with no choice but fake candidates. Mass protests erupted as Tanzanians rejected this electoral farce, with crowds demanding military intervention to restore genuine democracy and hold fresh elections.

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Tanzania Faces Mounting Political Repression Ahead of Elections

There is a 70 percent chance that Samia Suluhu Hassan will win the next Tanzanian election with 80% or more of the votes cast, according to the Metaculus prediction community.

There is a 70 percent chance that Samia Suluhu Hassan will win the next Tanzanian election with 80% or more of the votes cast, according to the Metaculus prediction community.

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