Tanzania’s 2020 election was a watershed moment. The ruling party rigged the elections on a large scale as part of an oppressive campaign.
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Tanzania and its people remain in a desperate balancing act trying to advance into a more fair democracy and defeat the specter of poverty. According to Freedom House, "the president of Tanzania is elected by direct popular vote for up to two five-year terms. The unicameral National Assembly has 357 and serves as the legislature. Also check out our section on World Democracy.
Cheers For A Peaceful Political Transition In Tanzania
President John Magufuli of Tanzania’s death was announced March 17 following which there has been admirable peaceful political transition.
How Tanzania’s John Magufuli Hid His Tyranny
Tanzania went from being a country where free expression was accepted to absolute tyranny during John Magufuli’s six-year rule.
Tanzania’s Magufuli Wins Landslide Re-election
Tanzanian President John Magufuli has officially won a second term, with a landslide victory of more than 84% of the vote in this week’s election.
Tanzanian Journalist Critical of President Magufuli Freed From Prison
Journalist Erick Kabendera, who was jailed last year after he criticized President Magufuli. A judge has ordered his release
Latest Arrests Spawn Climate of Fear for Activists, Journalists in Tanzania
Rights groups say Tanzania’s government has reduced the democratic space in the country by arresting critics and shutting down news outlets.
Tanzania Confirms Mysterious Death Of Journalist Azory Gwanda
Committee to Protect Journalists callson the Tanzanian government to provide a detailed public account of the fate of freelance journalist Azory Gwanda.
Tanzania Lawmakers Urged To Revise Proposed Law On Free Speech
CPJ urges Tanzanian lawmakers to revise a set of proposed legislative amendments, some of which would pose undue restrictions on freedom of expression.
Media Rights Group Indignant Over Tanzania Journalist Arrests
A media rights group expressed indignation over statements made by officials in Tanzania and South Africa justifying the detention of two of its employees.
Committee To Protect Journalists Slams Tanzania Treatment Of Journalists
CPJ expressed indignation at statements from Tanzanian authorities justifying the detention of CPJ’s Africa team in Dar es Salaam on November 7.