Tanzanian opposition diminished as dissent is stifled ahead of polls

Tanzanians go to the polls on Wednesday to elect the president, members of the National Assembly, and ward councillors.

Key issues for voters include service delivery — from access to clean water to reliable electricity — and the gap in educational and employment opportunities.

A supporter of the ruling Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) party said she would like to see changes to the healthcare system.

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