Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan Faces Protests Ahead of Elections - November 2025

Tanzania's President Samia Suluhu Hassan, the nation's first female head of state, is facing significant public backlash and unrest. Widespread protests have occurred in major cities, with thousands demonstrating against her administration's alleged autocratic rule. Her government, once seen as a beacon of change, is now criticized as being increasingly autocratic. This public discontent intensified leading up to critical elections held on a Wednesday. Following the polls, the results and outcome remain uncertain.