Tanzania’s general election ushers in one-party state

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Significance His ruling Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) party also secured a large majority in the National Assembly. Although CCM’s win was no surprise, the huge margins of victory across all races, amid serious allegations of coercion and vote rigging, have raised concerns in Tanzania and abroad. Impacts The opposition will fear that Magufuli may refuse to leave power when his second term ends, as he can now change the constitution at will. Magufuli is believed to be broadly happy with his ministerial team and unlikely to make major cabinet changes. Ongoing government-imposed interruptions to internet and social media will disrupt business and economic activities.