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The Tanzanian government ordered civil servants and students to remain at home on Thursday following a disputed general election that triggered violent protests across the country. The unrest was particularly severe in Dar es Salaam, where police enforced a curfew in response to demonstrations sparked by the disqualification of President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s key opponents from the presidential contest.
During the clashes, protesters confronted law enforcement, set fire to a government office, and caused major disruptions to internet access. Although the following day saw quieter streets under heightened security, some demonstrators reportedly used messaging applications to coordinate further protests.
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The leading opposition party, CHADEMA, condemned the election results, calling the process a “coronation” rather than a legitimate vote. Observers and critics have increasingly criticized President Hassan for intensifying the suppression of opposition voices, a sharp departure from her earlier pledges to implement political reforms and encourage greater democratic freedoms.
