This woman Suluhu: 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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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.
- Widespread protests occurred across Tanzania's major cities.
- Samia Suluhu Hassan, the first woman to hold the high office, is the central figure.
- Her administration has been increasingly criticized as autocratic, leading to mounting public resentment before the elections.
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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.
