Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan has been inaugurated for a second term following a contentious election marked by violent protests and allegations of electoral fraud. The swearing-in ceremony took place at a military parade ground in Dodoma, the capital, and was broadcast live by the state-run Tanzania Broadcasting Corporation (TBC). The event was closed to the public, underscoring the tense atmosphere surrounding the proceedings. Samia was declared the winner with an overwhelming 98% of the vote, a result that has been widely criticized by opposition groups and international observers. Key rival candidates were either imprisoned or disqualified from running, leaving little competition in the race. The election’s aftermath has been marred by significant violence, with reports of hundreds of casualties. Opposition leaders and activists claim that security forces were responsible for the deaths of at least 800 people, while diplomatic sources suggest the toll could be as high as 500. The United Nations has also reported credible evidence of at least 10 deaths in three cities. In her victory speech, Samia defended the election as “free and democratic” and labeled the protesters as “unpatriotic.” The Tanzanian government has sought to minimize the scale of the violence, but the situation remains unclear due to a nationwide internet shutdown that has hindered information flow and verification of the death toll. International observers have expressed concerns about the transparency of the electoral process and the violent crackdown on dissent. The inauguration comes at a critical juncture for Tanzania, as the country grapples with political instability and questions about the legitimacy of its leadership.