Among the most contested laws are the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes (Amendment) Act, which gives government agencies power to block websites and the Privatization Act, which critics say allows the sale of public assets without enough oversight.
The CHADEMA Deputy Chairperson added that being barred from crossing into Kenya deepened his pain, saying he had hoped to personally pay his final respects to a man he regarded as both a mentor and a friend.
The CHADEMA Diaspora said the move violated Article 17(1) of Tanzania’s Constitution, which guarantees freedom of movement, as well as the East African Community Protocol on the Free Movement of Persons, which allows Tanzanians to enter Kenya without a visa for humanitarian reasons such as funerals.
Residents have lined the streets since dawn, many dressed in party regalia and waving flags, while others sing liberation songs associated with Odinga’s political journey.
Tanzanian opposition leader Tundu Lissu has requested his deputy, John Heche, to represent him at the state funeral of former Kenyan Prime Minister Raila Odinga.
For years, the white hat has been part of Raila’s visual identity, seen at rallies, church services and state events, making it instantly recognizable to supporters.
The body of revered Kenyan opposition leader Raila Odinga arrived in Nairobi on Thursday from India where he died of a suspected heart attack.
The programme seeks to honour Raila’s wish stated in his will, to be laid to rest within 72 hours of his death
As a mark of respect, the flag of Kenya will be flown at half-mast at State House, all Kenyan diplomatic missions, public buildings, and grounds, as well as at all military bases, posts, and stations, and on all naval vessels of the Republic of Kenya
During the period of mourning, the Kenyan flag will be flown at half-mast across the country and at all Kenyan diplomatic missions abroad.
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