He was known for massive infrastructure projects, intolerance of critics and a free press, and his denial of the coronavirus pandemic
While not specifically naming the virus, Magufuli on Sunday urged Tanzanians to begin wearing face masks for 'respiratory' illnesses that are becoming a problem
Tanzania's President John Magufuli, who claims there is no coronavirus in the country, issued condolences without mentioning the cause of death
Residents and doctors point to a growing number of illnesses and deaths; opposition politicians say government’s stance is endangering lives
Opposition politicians are criticizing the government’s stance of handling the spread of the virus
John Magufuli claimed that Tanzanians vaccinated abroad had brought a coronavirus variant back to the country and repeated his stance that praying and inhaling steam offered better protection against the virus
Despite government efforts to rein it in, the practice of female circumcision continues secretly in the country's cattle-raising rural areas
Opposition politicians and rights groups are raising concerns about the way the country is tackling the issue
Tundu Lissu had claimed vote results were marred by irregularities and his life was in danger
The Electoral Commission, however, has shown no sign of heeding the calls for a new election
President John Magufuli is expected to be sworn in within a week, while opposition officials insist that citizen action can still change voting results
Early results show President John Magufuli’s CCM party in the lead
Opposition politicians say authorities have targeted them with violence and intimidation, while some internet and phone services were cut off
Reporters say fear and self-censorship has become the norm in Tanzanian media
Move comes amid National Electoral Commission's seven-day suspension of outspoken presidential hopeful Tundu Lissu's campaign
President John Magufuli’s supporters look at economic gains while critics say he suppresses democracy and freedom of the press
New rules prohibit local media from broadcasting foreign media content without government permission
Prominent lawyer turned politician Tundu Lissu survived an assassination attempt in 2017 in Dar es Salaam
The cause of his death is yet to be disclosed
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