Tanzanians vote in general elections

People in Tanzania are voting in general election, following nationwide reports of restricted internet access plus arrest of opposition leader in Zanzibar.

President John Magufuli, whose Chama Cha Mapenduzi party has ruled Tanzania since independence in 1961, is seeking a second term in office.

His main challenger is Tundu Lissu of the biggest opposition party, Chadema, who survived an assassination attempt three years ago.

He returned from Belgium in July where he had undergone rounds of treatment for gunshot wounds.

In all, 15 candidates are running for president – including former foreign minister Bernard Membe, an ex-colleague-turned-critic of Magufuli who defected from the ruling party and now leads ACT Wazalendo.

Results are expected to be announced within one week.