Campaign begins for Tanzanian presidential election
Campaign begins in Tanzania today ahead of a general election due at the end of October.
President John Magufuli, who is seeking re-election, faces 14 challengers.
Mr. Magufuli was widely praised as a reformist when he took office five years ago but has since been accused of stifling dissent.
This year’s election is expected to be the most challenging yet as the government continues to clamp down on dissent.