What’s at stake in Tanzania’s election as authoritarianism rises in East Africa

Tanzania's Election and the Rise of Authoritarianism in East Africa

The upcoming election in Tanzania has significant implications, as the current president is set to run virtually unopposed after major rivals were barred from the polls.

The election is scheduled to take place in October, and the outcome is likely to have far-reaching consequences for the country and the region.

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Author: The election in Tanzania is a crucial test for democracy in East Africa.

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The Christian Science Monitor The Christian Science Monitor — 2025-10-14

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