Tanzania, April 9 -- Arusha. The High Court, Manyara Sub-Registry, has acquitted Elia Daniel, who faced charges over the murder of a former Standard Six pupil at Ayatsea Primary School, Suzana Ginyabasi.

The verdict freeing the accused was delivered on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, by Judge Devotha Kamuzora, and a copy was posted on the court's website.

After hearing evidence from both sides, the court found that the prosecution had failed to prove the charge beyond reasonable doubt.

How the murder occurred

The accused was charged with a single count of murder, contrary to Sections 196 and 197 of the Penal Code, an offence alleged to have occurred on April 29, 2025, in Gidamara Village, Babati District, Manyara Region.

During the trial, ...