Tundu Lissu charged Stories

Tundu Lissu treason case returns to court as DPP faces decision deadline
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Jul 15, 2025

The case, filed by the Tanzanian government, has been adjourned twice, with the DPP yet to announce whether the government will pursue the levelled ch...

Tanzanian opposition leader Tundu Lissu leads own defense in treason trial, slams case as baseless
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Jul 01, 2025

According to Tundu Lissu, investigators claim they found a supposed plan online, but no tangible proof has been submitted. He also argued that despite...

Tanzania pushes back as UN raises alarm over repression ahead of elections
Mwangi Maina  |  Jun 19, 2025

Tanzania's Permanent Representative, Dr Abdallah Possi, rubbished as "erroneous, misleading and misconstrued" a statement by UN-appointed experts.

Tanzanian opposition leader Tundu Lissu granted right to represent himself in court
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Jun 16, 2025

Reports indicate that Lissu cited a lack of privacy and concerns over surveillance during consultations with his legal team as the reason for his requ...

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