Tanzanian opposition leader found guilty of incitement
Tanzania’s main opposition leader, Tundu Lissu, has been found guilty of incitement in a case that has raised concerns about political freedoms in the East African country. The 58-year-old, who has been detained since April last year, was convicted over remarks he made while campaigning for electoral reforms ahead of the disputed 2025 general election. [...] The post Tanzanian opposition leader…
Tanzanian opposition leader Tundu Lissu has been found guilty of incitement, according to reports from the High Court in Dar es Salaam. Lissu, who has been in detention since April 2024, was convicted over remarks he made during his campaign for electoral reforms ahead of the 2025 general election. He was acquitted of the more serious charge of treason.
Lissu, leader of the Chadema party, has consistently denied the charges, describing the prosecution as politically motivated. If he does not appeal, he could face up to the death penalty. The conviction has raised concerns about political freedoms in Tanzania, especially following President Samia Suluhu Hassan's disputed re-election with 98% of the vote.
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