Soft-spoken Prevost is first pope from the United States
A moderate who was close to Pope Francis and spent years as a missionary in Peru, he becomes the Catholic Church’s 267th pontiff, taking the papal name Leo XIV.
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Robert Francis Prevost of the US becomes pope
He becomes the Catholic Church’s 267th pontiff, taking the papal name Leo XIV.
European Parliament Condemns Arrest of Tanzanian Opposition Leader Tundu Lissu
The European Parliament also voiced its opposition to the death penalty, calling for the Tanzanian government to stop its crackdown on opposition parties, civil society and journalists.
EU yalaani ukandamizaji wa Demokrasia Tanzania, yataka Lissu aachiwe huru
Katika mijadala yao, wabunge hao wamekemea waziwazi uwepo wa vitisho vya adhabu ya kifo kwa Lissu, wakisema kuwa mashtaka ya uhaini na kusambaza taarifa za uongo dhidi yake ni ya kisiasa na yenye lengo la kumzuia kushiriki katika uchaguzi mkuu unaotarajiwa kufanyika Oktoba mwaka huu.
European Parliament Debates Resolution on Tundu Lissu’s Arrest and Risk of Execution
Although the resolution condemning his arrest was debated, the vote is scheduled for today May 8th 2025.
European Parliament To Hold Emergency Debate On Tundu Lissu’s Case Today
The debate will take place from 13:00 to 22:00 CET
European Parliament to Debate Tundu Lissu’s Case on May 7th
The European Parliament’s debate will focus on issues of fundamental freedoms, human rights and democracy in general, under President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s administration, which has faced allegations of undermining democratic freedoms.
Tanzanian Activist Mdude Nyagali Abducted, CHADEMA Demands Investigation
CHADEMA has condemned the attack, calling it a clear indication of the deteriorating state of civil and political rights in Tanzania.
Kesi Ya Tundu Lissu Yaahirishwa Hadi Aprili 28
Wakili Alute Mghwai ambaye pia ni ndugu wa Lissu, alieleza kuwa hali anayoishi Lissu akiwa gerezani ni kama tayari ameshahukumiwa, jambo linalokiuka Katiba ya Jamhuri ya Muungano wa Tanzania.
Martha Karua in Tanzania to Support Tundu Lissu Amid Treason Case
Karua strongly condemned the charges against Lissu, calling them politically motivated and a threat to political competition, especially with the upcoming elections in Tanzania.
