Tanzania charges dozens with treason over election protests
Summary
Prosecutors in Tanzania have charged over 145 people with treason related to protests following a disputed election. Allegations include a deadly response by security forces and compromised election integrity. President Samia Suluhu Hassan was elected with 98% of the vote, amid concerns from the African Union about the election's fairness.Key Facts
- More than 145 people face treason charges in Tanzania for involvement in post-election protests.
- Prosecutors accused the group of trying to disrupt the October 29 election.
- A businesswoman allegedly encouraged protesters to buy tear-gas masks during the demonstrations.
- Human rights activists claim over 1,000 people were killed during the protests; the government disputes the figure but hasn't provided an official count.
- The African Union criticized the election for not meeting democratic standards, citing various issues like ballot stuffing and internet blackouts.
- Leading opposition candidates were barred from participating, with Chadema leader Tundu Lissu jailed on treason charges.
- Religious leaders and human rights groups have condemned the government's response to the protests.
- President Samia Suluhu Hassan took office after winning nearly 98% of the vote in the controversial election.
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