The treason trial of CHADEMA chairman Tundu Lissu continued on September 9, 2026, at Tanzania's High Court, with the defence side set to present its evidence, according to Global Publishers. The case against the opposition leader has been ongoing, and this session marks the stage where the defence puts forward its submissions. The report does not provide further details on the proceedings or the specific evidence expected to be tabled before the court.

A fourth witness in treason case number 19605/2025 against Tundu Lissu, chairman of Tanzania's opposition party CHADEMA (Chama cha Demokrasia na Maendeleo), is set to continue giving testimony in Dar es Salaam, according to Global Publishers. The case concerns treason charges facing the party leader. No further details about the charges, the witness, or the proceedings were provided in the report.

Tundu Lissu stated that if there were attempts to silence him, those responsible should seek alternative methods. His comments reflect ongoing tensions regarding freedom of expression and political dissent in Tanzania, as he continues to advocate for democratic reforms.

Prof. Riziki Shemdoe, the Minister of State in the Prime Minister's Office (TAMISEMI), has instructed that action be taken against human resource officers who delay promotions for public servants despite them meeting all necessary criteria. This statement was made during the closing of Public Service Week celebrations in Dodoma, representing Chief Secretary Ambassador Dr. Moses Kusiluka. Shemdoe highlighted ongoing challenges with some human resource officers failing to perform their duties effectively.

CHADEMA's communications chief Brenda Rupia told Tanzania's High Court that opposition figure Tundu Lissu did not publish the allegedly treasonous remarks at the center of his case. According to her testimony, the disputed excerpts were only a fraction of a much longer speech about reforms, and it was Jambo TV, not Lissu, that controlled the content it recorded and broadcast. The testimony challenges the prosecution's claim that Lissu was responsible for disseminating the statements.

According to JamiiForums, there is a cultural tendency among Tanzanians to avoid standing in lines or queues in an orderly fashion. The article explores the reasons behind this behavior, suggesting that it may be influenced by social norms and attitudes towards waiting in line.