Tanzania: Suluhu Takes Oath At Military Barracks Amid Rage, Internet Blackout
Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan has been sworn in for a second term at a military base in Dodoma, breaking with tradition.
The ceremony was held at the Tanzania People's Defence Force parade grounds, closed to the public and attended by senior officials.
It was broadcast live on the state-run Tanzania Broadcasting Corporation (TBC), but independent journalists and foreign guests were barred from attending.
The unprecedented venue and heightened security come amid deep political tensions following a violence-marred election.
Opposition parties and international observers have condemned the election as deeply flawed.
Author's summary: President sworn in amid tensions.