Samia Suluhu: From from 'gracious mama' to agent of fear
As thousands protested in the streets across major cities in Tanzania, it became increasingly clear how far besieged President Samia Suluhu, the first woman to hold the high office, had fallen...
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Tanzania's President Samia Suluhu Hassan, the nation's first female head of state, is facing significant public unrest as thousands protested her administration's alleged autocratic rule ahead of crucial elections. The outcome of the Wednesday elections remains uncertain, following months of simmering resentment against her government.
- Thousands protested across major cities in Tanzania, indicating widespread dissatisfaction.
- The protests occurred just before the defining elections held on Wednesday, whose results are currently pending.
- Samia Suluhu Hassan is the incumbent President and the first woman to hold the office in Tanzania.
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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.
