The African Union (AU) Chairperson, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, faced widespread criticism after congratulating Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu on her election victory with 98% of the votes, while simultaneously expressing regret for lives lost during post-election violence. Kenyans, in particular, voiced outrage on social media, accusing the AU of endorsing electoral authoritarianism.

• President Suluhu secured 98% of the votes in the recent Tanzanian General Elections.
• Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, the African Union Chairperson, sent congratulations despite acknowledging post-election violence.
• Social media users, especially Kenyans, heavily criticized the AU's statement, with some drawing comparisons to the recent AU Commission chairperson election involving Raila Odinga.