Concerns are growing across East Africa about rising authoritarianism, highlighted by recent protests in Tanzania. Citizens are expressing disenchantment over a perceived increase in autocratic rule, with particular focus on the actions of President Samia Suluhu’s administration.

• Protests erupted in Tanzania on Wednesday after the nation went to the polls.
• President Samia Suluhu is accused of blocking competition from major opposition parties.
• Tundu Lissu of the Chama cha Demokrasia na Maendeleo (Chadema), President Suluhu’s most formidable rival, has been jailed.