Opposition alleges mass killings amid Tanzania unrest
Tanzania faced mounting concern as the opposition Chadema alleged security forces secretly dumped bodies of hundreds killed during and after election protests. Demonstrations flared after Wednesday’s vote, met with live fire, tear gas and a curfew. President Samia Suluhu Hassan was declared winner with over 97% despite low turnout reported by foreign observers; rivals were barred, with Tundu Lissu jailed. Human Rights Watch condemned the crackdown. Death tolls remain unverified: Chadema claims 1,000-plus, the Catholic Church cites hundreds, and the U.K., Norway and Canada noted credible reports. Authorities warned against sharing images as internet returned and shops reopened.
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