Breaking News: Tanzanian Opposition Claims Hundreds Killed in "Sham" Elections
Tanzanian opposition party Chadema claims hundreds of people have been killed in a deadly crackdown by security forces following the country's disputed elections. The opposition party alleges that the elections, held on October 29, were a "total sham" and that the country's electoral commission declared President Samia Suluhu Hassan the winner with 98% of the vote.
The opposition's claims come as President Hassan was inaugurated on Monday, with no members of the public in attendance. The Chadema party's leader, Tundu Lissu, is currently on trial on treason charges and the party was banned from contesting the elections.
According to the opposition, security forces have launched a brutal crackdown on Tanzanians, resulting in hundreds of deaths. The opposition's spokesman, Deogratias Munishi, made the allegations from neighboring Kenya.
The disputed elections have sparked widespread concerns about the legitimacy of the electoral process in Tanzania. The country's opposition parties have long accused the government of suppressing their rights and manipulating the electoral process.
As the situation continues to unfold, the international community is closely watching the developments in Tanzania. The United Nations and other international organizations have called for calm and urged the government to respect human rights and the rule of law.
This is a developing story, and we will provide updates as more information becomes available.
               
              
             
          
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