Tanzania, July 18 -- Tarime. Chadema vice-chairperson (Mainland) John Heche says his determination to fight for justice has grown stronger despite targeted mudslinging campaigns against him, including embezzlement allegations, declaring that "gold cannot be tarnished."

Mr Heche asserted that his focus remains fixed on executing the party Central Committee's key directives, the "Free Tundu Lissu" campaign and the push for a new Constitution, reiterating that no amount of pressure will deter him.

Addressing a gathering of party elders in Tarime District on Friday, July 17, 2026, Mr Heche described himself as a principled leader who does not retreat under intimidation.

He noted that public enthusiasm for Chadema's core agenda serves as hi...