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Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan was declared the winner of the October 29, 2025, election with over 95% votes. The election included voting for the National Assembly and local councillors. However, the results led to violent protests in major cities. Opposition groups claimed the election was unfair and accused the government of manipulating votes. The government had introduced new election laws in 2024 to improve transparency, but critics said these laws still favoured the ruling party. The internet was shut down during the unrest, making news reporting difficult. Despite the violence, a quick swearing-in ceremony for the president is expected. This election is seen as a major test for democracy in East Africa’s biggest economy. (Updated 1 Nov 2025, 20:04 IST; source: link)