Tension high in Tanzania ahead of opposition leader's 'treason' trial

Tanzania opposition leader due in court on treason charge

Tanzania's opposition leader Tundu Lissu was set to appear in court on Thursday to face a charge of treason, which carries a potential death penalty, weeks after his party was disqualified from upcoming elections.

Tundu Lissu - the fiery Tanzanian political survivor pushing for reforms

Tundu Lissu has survived against the political odds over the years but has now been charged with treason.

Tanzania: Tension High in Tanzania Ahead of Opposition Leader's 'Treason' Trial

Tension is rising further on the political scene in Tanzania ahead of the trial of opposition leader Tundu Lissu. Accused of treason, his Chadema political party was this month excluded from the presidential race scheduled for October, sparking concern among human rights groups.

Tension high in Tanzania ahead of opposition leader's 'treason' trial

Tension is rising further on the political scene in Tanzania ahead of the trial of opposition leader Tundu Lissu. Accused of treason, his Chadema political party was this month excluded from the presidential race scheduled for October, sparking concern among human rights groups.

Tanzania opposition party says leader Tundu Lissu moved to different prison

Tanzania's main opposition party Chadema said on Saturday its leader Tundu Lissu, who has been held and charged with treason, had been moved to a different prison, a day after the party said his whereabouts were unknown.

Challenges Ahead for Tanzania's Opposition Leader Tundu Lissu - The Global Herald

Tundu Lissu, a prominent figure in Tanzanian politics and leader of the main opposition party, Chadema, is facing significant challenges following his recent