Politics · Dar es Salaam, Tanzania · November 8, 2026

EU and US criticize Tundu Lissu verdict

Reported by 1 outlet

The EU Parliament's foreign affairs chair condemned the court decision on opposition leader Tundu Lissu. Lissu called it political.

Why it matters

It strains Tanzania's ties with Western partners.

Background

Lissu faced a treason case since October 2025.

The story so far

1. Oct 23Tanzanian opposition official John Pambalu charged with treason
2. Oct 24Jailed Tanzanian opposition leader plans hunger strike
3. Oct 29Tanzania: no justice a year after election violence
4. Nov 6Tanzanian opposition leader Lissu jailed for four years
5. Nov 7Tanzanian opposition leader cleared of treason, jailed for incitement
6. Nov 8EU and US criticize Tundu Lissu verdict

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Sources

• BBC Swahili ↗
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