Tanzania votes in tense election as key opponents barred from race

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by Al JazeeraOctober 29, 2025 at 08:17 AM

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Tanzania held presidential and parliamentary elections on October 29, 2025, with President Samia Suluhu Hassan expected to win due to opposition parties being barred from participating. More than 37 million registered voters cast ballots between 7am and 4pm local time. The election commission will announce results within three days. Internet connectivity was disrupted nationwide during voting. Leading opposition figures were disqualified or faced legal challenges, including Chadema’s Tundu Lissu who is on trial for treason. Voters also chose members of the country's parliament and leaders in Zanzibar. Human rights groups expressed concerns over the election process.

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