Tundu Lissu Archives

Tanzania’s Tundu Lissu Begins Hunger Strike Over Denied Access to Lawyers

Tanzanian opposition leader Tundu Lissu has begun a hunger strike in protest against prison authorities’ alleged refusal to allow him access to his lawyers, escalating a dispute over his legal…

Africa News Now October 27, 2026

Eastern Africa

Tanzania Opposition Official John Pambalu Charged with Treason

A senior official of Tanzania’s main opposition party, Chadema, has been charged with treason, an offence that carries the potential death penalty, amid mounting concerns over the government’s treatment of…

Africa News Now October 21, 2026

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Tanzania Resumes Tundu Lissu Treason Trial After Five-Month Halt

Tanzania has resumed the treason trial of opposition leader Tundu Lissu, ending a five-month suspension of proceedings in a case that has become a major test of the country’s political…

Africa News Now August 10, 2026

ANN Eastern Africa

Tanzania Arrests Dozens Ahead of Planned Pro-Democracy Protests

Tanzania has arrested dozens of people ahead of planned Anti-Government protests, as authorities intensify a nationwide security crackdown amid growing calls for democratic reforms and the release of jailed opposition…

Africa News Now July 6, 2026

ANN Eastern Africa

Tanzania Cancels Independence Day Celebrations Amid Election Unrest

Tanzania has canceled its Independence Day celebrations on 9 December, Prime Minister Mwigulu Nchemba announced Monday, citing the need to redirect funds to rebuild infrastructure damaged during post-election unrest. The…

Africa News Now November 25, 2025

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UN Calls for Investigation into Mass Killings During Tanzania’s Disputed Elections

The United Nations has called for a thorough investigation into reports of hundreds of deaths during post-election protests in Tanzania, raising alarms about possible attempts to conceal evidence by authorities.…

Africa News Now November 12, 2025

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Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Sworn In Amid Disputed Election and Deadly Protests

Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan was sworn in on Monday in Dodoma after a highly contested election that sparked nationwide protests and international concern. The ceremony, held on government grounds…

Africa News Now November 3, 2025

ANN Eastern Africa

Tanzania’s Rejects Election Result Amid Deadly Protests

The main opposition party in Tanzanian Election, Chadema, which was barred from participating, dismissed President Samia Suluhu Hassan 97.6% victory as “completely fabricated,” calling the process a “sham election.” Its…

Africa News Now November 2, 2025

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Tanzanians Vote Amid Political Tensions

Polling stations opened across Tanzania on Wednesday for a closely watched general election marked by tight security, opposition arrests, and concerns over democratic freedoms. President Samia Suluhu Hassan, Africa’s only…

Africa News Now October 29, 2025

ANN Eastern Africa

Amnesty Warns of Growing Repression Ahead of Tanzania’s October Elections

Tanzania’s upcoming October 29 general election faces serious credibility concerns, with Amnesty International warning that the polls “risk becoming a procedural affair devoid of legitimacy” amid escalating repression of the…

Africa News Now October 21, 2025

ANN Eastern Africa

Tanzania Opposition Leaders Sidelined as Treason Trial and Disqualifications Shake Election

As Tanzania heads toward presidential and legislative elections in October, opposition figures are under mounting pressure. On Monday, a high court confirmed that opposition leader Tundu Lissu will face trial…

Africa News Now September 17, 2025