M’MEMBE ACCUSES UPND OF ATTEMPTING TANZANIA-STYLE TACTICS TO SILENCE OPPOSITION AHEAD OF 2026 ELECTION
By: Thomas Afroman Mwale
Socialist Party leader Dr. Fred M’membe has accused the United Party for National Development (UPND) of attempting to replicate tactics seen in Tanzania’s recent general elections, where the main opposition party was barred from contesting a controversial poll that saw President Samia Suluhu Hassan secure 98% of the vote.
Speaking on Hot FM’s breakfast show, Dr. M’membe cited the weakening of the Patriotic Front (PF) as evidence of a broader strategy to suppress political opposition.
He alleged that state agents are now targeting the Socialist Party due to its growing influence, drawing parallels to similar efforts in Senegal, which he said ultimately failed.
On internal party matters, Dr. M’membe clarified that Kelvin Kaunda had not been expelled from the Socialist Party but was relieved of his duties as Secretary for Mobilization to ease tensions.
This followed allegations that Mr. Kaunda intended to challenge Dr. M’membe for the party presidency amid speculation of a vote of no confidence.
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You, it’s only HH everyday, is it not why you are failing to run your party? Please stop talking about HH, and concentrate on your failing party.
Breaking the law can not stop presidential hopeful from prosecution and subsequent imprisonment.Law and order must be a way of life for leaders, especially for those wishing to hold high offices of authority.When one misses the opportunity to be on ballot must not be mistaken for political intolerance, persecution or being targeted.There is no planned style of another country but self control and avoiding of breaking the law with impunity.
Just listen to the calibre of people who aspire to be our future leaders.
Get over yourself Mmembe. You are not God. People have the opinions and the ability to choose their destiny.