Unknown Individuals Burn Police Officer’s Home In Songwe, Tanzania
The fire ravaged two rooms, consuming everything in its path, including civilian clothes, police uniforms, household items, maize, a bed, and a mattress.
Category: East Africa
Tanzania President Takes no Chances on Zanzibar Despite No Opposition
Known for its spices and beautiful beaches, Zanzibar is the birthplace of the president — “Mama” as her supporters call her — but she is taking no chances ahead of Wednesday’s election.
Where Is John Heche?
His whereabouts remain unknown, while party leader Tundu Lissu remains in custody with his treason trial pushed to November 3
President William Ruto, ”We sympathize with Manchester United”
“We sympathize with Manchester United,” Ruto said with a smile, referencing the team’s recent struggles.
Lissu’s Treason Case Pushed Past Election, Set to Resume November 3
Justice Ndunguru, delivering the ruling on behalf of the panel, noted that the case had consistently proceeded with witnesses and that the current delay was procedurally justified. He reiterated that the nature of the charge, treason, precluded the court from granting bail.
Kesi Ya Uhaini Ya Tundu Lissu Kuendelea Baada Ya Uchaguzi Mkuu
Kwa upande wake, Wakili wa Serikali Renatus Mkude alisisitiza kuwa ombi la kuahirisha shauri hilo linafuata misingi ya kisheria, akibainisha kuwa Jamhuri bado inaendelea na maandalizi ya ushahidi wake.
Tundu Lissu: Freedom Is Coming!
”From now, I’m in prison because of the upcoming election; otherwise, this case is over”.
Kesi la Lissu: Jamhuri kutafakari uamuzi wa Mahakama kuhusu mapingamizi ya Lissu
Upande wa Jamhuri ukiwakilishwa na Wakili Mkuu wa Serikali Renatus Mkude ulisema baada ya kumaliza ushahidi wa shahidi huyo, unakwenda kutafakari maamuzi yaliyotolewa na Mahakama Kuu juu ya mapingamizi mawili ambayo yaliletwa na mshtakiwa kuhusiana na vielelezo ambavyo Mahakama imevikataa.
CHADEMA Demands Answers Over Missing Deputy Chair John Heche
The party said this deepens fears about his safety and the growing pattern of intimidation against opposition figures ahead of the October 29 general election.
Tanzania Opposition Leader Jailed, His Deputy Missing As President Samia Presses On With Campaign
With less than a week to Tanzania’s general election, pressure is mounting over the disappearance of opposition figures and growing silence from President Samia Suluhu Hassan, who continues with her nationwide campaign trail.
