While the numbers do not necessarily reflect a fully free and fair electoral competition, these African heads of state hold the record for landslide victories which often occurred in elections where opposition was locked out of participation, was weak or boycotted the polls altogether, or where the ruling party held dominant control.
For a nation that has enjoyed peace and political stability for decades, the protests and its intensity caught many by surprise as Tanzanians turned to tactics that have been used elsewhere across the world
When Kithure Kindiki succeeded Rigathi Gachagua as Ruto’s deputy a year ago, this big leap came with more responsibilities, an elevated profile and a boss who was eager to have the support that he never had from the previous holder of the office.
Beni lies west of the Virunga National Park and the Rwenzori Mountains, close to the Uganda border.
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