Samia wins Tanzania election with 98% of votes amid unrest
Summary
President Samia Suluhu Hassan has been declared the winner of Tanzania's presidential election, securing 98% of the votes. The election occurred during ongoing unrest in the country, with hundreds reportedly dead or injured. The opposition and international observers have raised concerns about a lack of transparency and alleged electoral fraud.Key Facts
- Samia Suluhu Hassan won 98% of the votes in Tanzania's presidential election.
- The election took place amid widespread unrest and reports of violence.
- International observers expressed concern about the transparency of the election process.
- There was an internet shutdown, making it hard to verify the number of casualties.
- The opposition accused the government of suppressing democracy and claimed election fraud.
- President Samia is from the CCM party, which has never lost an election since Tanzania's independence.
- Protests continued in major cities like Dar es Salaam, with demonstrators accusing the government of unfair practices.
- The opposition alleged that around 700 people died in clashes with security forces, though this is difficult to verify due to an internet shutdown.
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