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Lissu Speech Under Fire in Court | Tanzania News
Tanzania’s political spotlight intensifies as opposition figure John Heche testifies in the treason trial of Tundu Lissu, clarifying that Lissu’s April speech was part of CHADEMA’s reform campaign—not a direct threat to elections. The defense argues the speech was misrepresented, with Brenda Rupia revealing it was taken out of context and disseminated by media, not Lissu himself. As the court expands witness lists—including top security officials—and grants more time for arguments, the prosecution must prove intent. Meanwhile, unrelated legal cases involving academics highlight Tanzania’s…
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