Tanzania unrest deepens as opposition alleges fraud
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The government has not commented on casualties or the extent of damage. Amnesty International reported that at least two people were killed during Wednesday’s protests, while opposition figures abroad have spoken of higher tolls and are organizing online support for demonstrators.
Breakdown
- Demonstrators clashed with police in Dar es Salaam, demanding a halt to the release of election results.
- Military forces were deployed and internet access was shut down as protests spread across the country. 13s
- The opposition rejected early results, especially in Zanzibar, where the incumbent won 78.8% of the vote. 19s
- Opposition leaders alleged massive fraud and said they would announce their next steps soon. 32s
- Protests began after youth rallied against alleged harassment of opposition leaders and a lack of credible alternatives in the election. 49s