Nairobi Senator Sifuna Joins Global Call for Release of Tanzania’s Lissu and Heche
The statement accuses Tanzanian authorities of violating human rights through unlawful detention, enforced disappearances and the silencing of opposition voices.
Tag: Tanzania
Tundu Lissu Speaks from Prison as President Samia Concludes Campaigns in Mwanza
In a statement posted on his official X account on October 26, Lissu said his prison cell has been fitted with CCTV cameras that record all his movements, even during private moments.
Fact Check: Tundu Lissu Has Not Been Released, His Case Was Postponed to Nov 3rd
His request for bail was denied, as treason is considered a non-bailable offence under Tanzanian law.
Where Is John Heche?
His whereabouts remain unknown, while party leader Tundu Lissu remains in custody with his treason trial pushed to November 3
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.
Tanzania’s Tight Grip on Social Media, What’s Blocked & What Still Works
Platforms like Telegram and Clubhouse have also faced slowdowns, with many users saying they struggle to join discussions without VPNs.
Wahukumiwa miaka saba jela kwa jaribio la kumteka mfanyabiashara Tarimo
Mahakama ya Hakimu Mkazi Kivukoni, Kinondoni, jijini Dar es Salaam, imewahukumu vijana wanne kifungo cha miaka saba jela kila mmoja baada ya kupatikana na hatia ya kujaribu kumteka mfanyabiashara Deogratus Tarimo.
Kesi ya Lissu:Hatima ya vielelezo vya video kesi ya Lissu kujulikana Jumatano
Lissu, ambaye anajitetea mwenyewe, anakabiliwa na shtaka la uhaini yanayodaiwa kutokana na matamshi aliyotoa Aprili 3,2025. Alikamatwa Aprili 9, 2025 mkoani Ruvuma na kisha kusafirishwa hadi Dar es Salaam, ambako anakabiliwa na kesi hiyo mbele ya jopo la majaji wa Mahakama Kuu.
John Heche Sends Condolence Message After Being Blocked From Attending Raila Odinga’s Burial
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.
