Tanzania opposition officials arrested as Tundu Lissu refuses to appear in court

Tanzania's opposition leader Tundu Lissu, under arrest on charges of treason despite his bail, faces growing international criticism as his party, Chadema, continues to be disqualified from future elections without signing an electoral code. His supporters protest outside court while critics claim repression tactics reminiscent of past regimes persist. Calls for his unconditional release have mounted, with opposition groups calling for structural changes in the electoral system but facing little response. Rights organizations and Western governments warn of renewed human rights abuses linked to Chadema's actions, despite the party winning local elections by disqualifying opponents.