Murder, kidnap, censorship: The 'new normal' of Tanzania politics

Tanzania faces a "wave of terror" ahead of elections, with critics describing abductions, acid-doused corpses, and missing officials as the "new normal." President Samia Suluhu Hassan seeks a decisive victory, while opposition figures face treason charges and disqualifications. Despite repression, the economy shows progress, with citizens prioritising jobs over democracy.

Oct 27, 2025 - 13:30
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Murder, kidnap, censorship: The 'new normal' of Tanzania politics
Tanzania faces a "wave of terror" ahead of elections, with critics describing abductions, acid-doused corpses, and missing officials as the "new normal." President Samia Suluhu Hassan seeks a decisive victory, while opposition figures face treason charges and disqualifications. Despite repression, the economy shows progress, with citizens prioritising jobs over democracy.

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