Tanzania, May 26 -- Babati. The High Court of Tanzania at Babati Sub-Registry in Manyara Region has issued a temporary order restraining the Registrar of Political Parties (RPPs) from taking action against opposition Chadema.

The ex parte interim prohibitory order was issued on Monday, May 25, 2026 by Justice Irvin Mugeta in a brief ruling on an application seeking leave to commence injunction proceedings.

Application No. 12812 of 2026 was filed by Chadema's Secretary General and Board of Trustees against the RPPs following a letter dated May 7, 2026 requiring the party to explain alleged breaches.

In the letter produced in court, the Registrar wrote to Chadema under the heading: "Re: Submission of explanations regarding alleged breach...