Tanzania Bars Main Opposition Party CHADEMA from Elections Until 2030

The electoral commission disqualified CHADEMA for refusing to sign a mandatory code of conduct, as its leader Tundu Lissu faces treason charges.

CHADEMA, Tanzania's main opposition party, has been disqualified from participating in the October general elections and all by-elections until 2030.
The Independent National Elections Commission cited CHADEMA's refusal to sign a mandatory electoral code of conduct as the reason for the disqualification.
CHADEMA leader Tundu Lissu was charged with treason on April 10, accused of inciting rebellion and attempting to disrupt the electoral process.
The party had previously announced it would boycott the code signing ceremony, calling for electoral reforms to ensure fair democratic practices.
Human rights groups and opposition leaders have expressed concerns about growing political repression, questioning the government’s commitment to democratic principles.