Tanzania, April 16 -- Dar es Salaam. Commonwealth envoy on Tanzania's post-election political situation and former Malawi president, Lazarus Chakwera, has held separate meetings with opposition leaders Tundu Lissu and Luhaga Mpina as part of ongoing consultations with political stakeholders following the disputed October 2025 General Election.

According to a statement released by Chama cha Demokrasia na Maendeleo (Chadema) on April 16, 2026, Mr Lissu, who is currently in jail and facing treason charges, met the envoy on April 15 during Mr Chakwera's engagements in the country.

During the meeting, Mr Lissu outlined seven key issues he said must be addressed to safeguard democracy and the rule of law.

In a statement issued by the party's...