Court Postpones Tundu Lissu’s Treason Case Again, Decision Set for August 13
Lissu accused the prosecution of using unnecessary delays to punish him without trial
Author: Joy Cheptoo
Kenya Proposes Stricter Alcohol Rules
NACADA has since clarified that these are just proposals for now, they are not law
Tanzania Bans Foreigners from Small and Medium Enterprises in New Directive
Minister Jafo emphasized that these changes are part of a broader policy to increase citizen participation in the economy and address growing concerns that foreigners are dominating sectors meant for locals.
Kenyan Activist Mwabili Mwagodi Found After Disappearance in Tanzania
Mwagodi was found early Sunday morning in a bush in Kinondo, Kwale County, after reportedly being dumped by individuals believed to be plainclothes police officers.
Boniface Mwangi Charged with Possession of Ammunition, Released on Bond
Mwangi, who was initially arrested on terrorism-related charges linked to the June 25 protests, saw these charges dropped by the DCI
Boniface Mwangi’s Wife and Lawyer Reject DCI Claims, Accuse Police of Planting Evidence
She accused authorities of arriving at his office with a pre-determined plan to “recover” evidence that would link Mwangi to terrorism, highlighting the ongoing intimidation faced by the activist.
Tanzania’s Ambassador to Cuba Resigns, Citing Leadership Crisis within CCM
Polepole revealed that he could no longer serve under the current leadership due to what he described as a deterioration in political ethics, a disregard for citizens’ rights and the decline in integrity within the government.
Tundu Lissu’s Petition Rejected by Tanzania’s High Court
The court ruled that Lissu’s petition should have been filed after the main case was concluded.
Tanzania’s Ban on X (Formerly Twitter) Enters Second Month
Tanzanian rights groups have expressed concerns about the broader implications of the ban, describing it as part of a troubling pattern of digital repression, particularly ahead of the October 2025 elections
Constable Klinzy Masinde Barasa to Face Murder Charges Over Boniface Kariuki’s Death
Kariuki was shot at close range, an incident captured on camera. He suffered severe brain damage and spent two weeks in the Intensive Care Unit at Kenyatta National Hospital before being pronounced dead.
