The Digest:
Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan has been declared the winner of a presidential election with 97.66% of the vote, a result announced amidst reports of hundreds of protesters killed by security forces. The electoral victory follows a campaign where the main opposition was barred from participating, triggering a violent crisis and an internet blackout.
Key Points:
- President Samia Suluhu Hassan won with 97.66% of the official vote.
- The main opposition party, Chadema, was barred from the election.
- Protests erupted on election day, leading to a violent security crackdown.
- Opposition sources claim around 700 people have been killed.
- The government has imposed an internet shutdown and a nationwide curfew.
- The UN has expressed deep concern over reports of deaths and injuries.
- Hassan was sworn in quickly after the results were announced.
Rooted in the Storm.
Sources: AFP, Electoral Commission, Opposition Statements
Tags: Tanzania, Samia Suluhu Hassan,
