Champion of Democracy, Justice, and Human Rights
In Berlin, we celebrate freedom. We know what it means to tear down walls. Thousands of kilometers away, in Tanzania, one of the country's bravest voices is being silenced behind bars. During Berlin Freedom Week, we are taking a stand—for Tundu Lissu.
A lifetime dedicated to justice, democracy, and the people of Tanzania
Tundu Lissu is no ordinary prisoner. He is a lawyer, a human rights defender, and the Chairman of Tanzania's main opposition party (CHADEMA). His entire life, he has fearlessly fought against corruption and for democracy. This fight almost cost him his life. In 2017, he survived a brutal assassination attempt—shot 16 times. They wanted to silence him, but after years in exile, he returned to Tanzania to continue his struggle.
The Injustice: Detained Since April 10, 2025
Since April 10, 2025, Tundu Lissu has once again been robbed of his freedom—arrested on flimsy, politically motivated charges. His imprisonment is a clear attack on free speech and an attempt to intimidate the opposition in Tanzania. He is a political prisoner.
Berlin, Take a Stand!
Berlin Freedom Week reminds us that freedom is never guaranteed; it must be defended every single day—everywhere. When a voice like Tundu Lissu’s is suppressed, it is an attack on the freedom of us all. We cannot remain silent.
Our Demand
We demand the immediate and unconditional release of Tundu Lissu!
Take Action Now!
Your voice matters. Help us increase the pressure on the Tanzanian government: sign the petition, share his story, and speak out. Use social media, talk about his case, and post a picture with Tundu Lissu’s photo under #FreeTunduLissu and #FreedomWeekBerlin. Contact your political representatives and ask them to advocate for Tundu Lissu at a diplomatic level. Let us be his voice until he is free to use his own again.
Sign the petition: https://www.change.org/p/free-the-tanzania-opposition-leader-tundu-lissu
Building a prosperous, democratic, and just society for all
Strengthening our judicial system to ensure equal justice for all citizens, regardless of their background or status. We believe in a Tanzania where the law protects everyone fairly.
Promoting transparent, accountable governance with strong democratic institutions that serve the people. Every voice matters in shaping our nation's future.
Creating an economy that works for everyone through job creation, support for businesses, and fair economic policies that lift all Tanzanians.
Fighting corruption at every level to restore trust in public institutions. Every shilling must serve the people—not private interests. Integrity, accountability, and justice are the pillars of a fair nation.
Promoting openness and accountability in government institutions. Transparency ensures that public officials serve the people with honesty, integrity, and responsibility—because citizens deserve to know how their country is governed.
Protecting our natural heritage while pursuing sustainable development that benefits current and future generations of Tanzanians.
Stay updated on Tundu Lissu’s fight for justice, democracy, and human rights.
The treason case against opposition leader Tundu Lissu has once again stumbled after the prosecution failed to produce any witnesses in court. The latest hearing exposed deep cracks in the government’s case, which has already suffered major setbacks following a series of successful objections from Lissu’s defense...
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In a statement, Chadema alleged that the government planned to "arrest senior party leaders and detain them until after the elections", which will take place on 29 October.The government has not responded to this accusation....
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Lissu's statement: “My brothers and sisters, for several weeks now, I have been placed under total isolation—a state of forced loneliness. The fellow inmates who once shared my cell, all of whom had been sentenced to death, have been removed; I have been left completely alone. My cell is now fitted with surveillance cameras (CCTV) that record everything I do—even when I relieve myself or change clothes. I no longer have any privacy whatsoever. This is not a matter of security; it is a deliberate act meant to humiliate my human dignity.”...
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