KAGERA, March 28 -- THE ruling Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) has issued a strong warning to its leaders against abusing power, declaring that the party will not tolerate misconduct, corruption or actions that harm citizens.

CCM National Executive Committee (NEC) Secretary for Ideology, Publicity and Training, Mr Kenani Kihongosi, made the remarks on Friday while addressing public meetings and listening to citizens grievances in Bukoba Municipality, Kagera Region.

He said the party stands for service and accountability, stressing that individuals who misuse their positions do so in their personal capacity, and not on behalf of the party.

“CCM has no thieves, looters or hooligans. Those are personal behaviours and once identified, the ...