On Wednesday, thousands of Tanzanians took to the streets to protest proposed changes to electoral laws, marking the largest public demonstration since the government lifted a ban on opposition political rallies in January 2023.
The rally, organized by Tanzania’s main opposition party, Chadema, in Dar es Salaam, comes ahead of next month’s debate on controversial electoral reforms proposed by the government.
Chadema leader Freeman Mbowe promised the crowd that this was just the beginning, with protests set to spread across the country until the government addressed their concerns.
Supporters, donning the red, white, and blue colors of the Chadema party, chanted songs and carried placards demanding the withdrawal of controversial electoral bills, action on rising living costs, and independent oversight for the 2024 local government elections.
The march drew attention from onlookers and residents, symbolizing a collective call for change.
Nassor Ali, a resident of the impoverished Buguruni neighborhood, expressed his support for the cause, stating, “I am not a member of Chadema, but I support the cause they are fighting for, which is why I decided to join them.”
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