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.

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This woman Suluhu: From 'gracious mama' to agent of fear

Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan is facing significant public backlash, evident by widespread protests in major cities ahead of Wednesday's critical elections. Her administration, initially seen as a beacon of change, is now criticized as autocratic, leading to a precarious political situation.