Tanzania, June 9 -- Dar es Salaam. The opposition party, Chadema, has dismissed viral social media reports claiming it has reinstated former firebrand legislator Halima Mdee to bolster its ranks ahead of a renewed political contest with the ruling CCM.

Speaking in a telephone interview with The Citizen yesterday, Chadema secretary-general John Mnyika clarified that the party's constitution and regulations prescribe a specific procedure for any expelled member seeking readmission.

He emphasised that the process requires the individual to formally apply for membership through a written letter. "After they have applied, the specific meeting or organ that expelled them must convene to deliberate on the letter and decide whether the membersh...