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

Tanzania's Election and Rising Authoritarianism in East Africa

Tanzania's current president is set to run virtually unopposed in the October election, having barred major rivals from the polls.

The country's election has significant implications for the region, as authoritarianism rises in East Africa.

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Author's summary: Tanzania's election raises concerns about authoritarianism in East Africa.

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