Police in Tanzania's main city Dar es Salaam have fired tear gas to disperse opposition supporters protesting against the general election taking place in the East African state.
The election is expected to be a shoo-in for President Samia Suluhu and her ruling party, as the main opposition leader is in in jail on treason charges, which he denies, and his party has boycotted the vote.
Several people have been injured in the confrontation after groups of protesters gathered along major highways to demand electoral reforms, and free political activity.
Reports say that voter turnout in Dar es Salaam was low when polls opened on Wednesday, with many hesitant to show up amid safety concerns.
A police spokesperson assured the public there was no threat to their safety, saying "people should come out and vote", according to a message posted on social media.
