Tanzanian president criticizes regional youth, sparking backlash

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Tanzania's President Samia Suluhu Hassan has labeled regional youth as "ill-mannered" and discussed addressing them with Kenya's President William Ruto. The presidents reportedly discussed how to handle "unruly youth" who they claim cause chaos and disturb governments while advocating for democracy. Critics, including a former Chief Justice, have condemned the remarks, viewing them as an attempt to suppress legitimate dissent and a threat to regional democracy.


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