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Tanzanian Court Bans Live Coverage of Lissu's Treason Trial

8/20/2025

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A Tanzanian court prohibited live coverage of treason proceedings against opposition leader Tundu Lissu to protect civilian witnesses.
Lissu condemned the ban, arguing it undermines transparency and public oversight.
He has been detained since April on politically motivated treason charges, which he denies.
His party, CHADEMA, is excluded from upcoming elections, raising concerns about democratic freedoms.
Reports indicate worsening human rights conditions in Tanzania, including abductions of government critics.

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A Tanzanian court prohibited live coverage of treason proceedings against opposition leader Tundu Lissu to protect civilian witnesses.
Lissu condemned the ban, arguing it undermines transparency and public oversight.
He has been detained since April on politically motivated treason charges, which he denies.
His party, CHADEMA, is excluded from upcoming elections, raising concerns about democratic freedoms.
Reports indicate worsening human rights conditions in Tanzania, including abductions of government critics.