UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk called for a full and transparent investigation into the killings, mass arrests, and allegations that security forces removed bodies to undisclosed locations.
President Samia Suluhu Hassan was declared winner with over 97 percent of the vote after several opposition candidates were barred from running. Opposition groups and civil society have denounced the poll as unfair and violent, citing intimidation, arrests, and internet shutdowns.
Following the unrest, police reportedly opened fire on demonstrators, and several opposition leaders were detained on treason charges. Human rights organizations, including Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch, have joined the UN in demanding accountability and the release of those unlawfully held.
Meanwhile, President Hassan has appointed Mwigulu Nchemba, the former Finance Minister, as the new Prime Minister, in what analysts view as an effort to stabilize her administration amid growing tension.
The UN continues to urge Tanzanian authorities to allow international observers access to affected regions and to ensure justice for victims. As the world watches, Tanzania’s reputation as one of East Africa’s most stable democracies faces a serious test.
