This move follows recent developments regarding Polepole, who had previously resigned from his diplomatic position earlier this month, citing human rights violations under the current government.
Lissu accused the prosecution of using unnecessary delays to punish him without trial
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.
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
TLS President Boniface Mwabukusi clarified that the activists were not deported but are currently being held by the Tanzanian Immigration Department
Martha Karua’s deportation has sparked outrage across East Africa, with several legal institutions accusing the Tanzanian government of violating regional and international laws.
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.
Lissu has consistently called for electoral reforms and warned that Chadema would oppose the elections unless changes are made to ensure free and fair voting.
Voters will choose their local leaders, including chairpersons for villages, sub-villages, and streets, as well as members for consultative councils.
Raila aliviambia vyombo vya habari kuwa Rais Ruto, aliyeanzisha mkutano huo, aliwafanya wasubiri na hakuonekana katika mkutano huo licha ya juhudi za Mkuu wa Nchi ya Tanzania, Samia Suluhu.
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