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Tanzanian opposition leader found guilty of inciting unrest but acquitted of treason

The 58-year-old, who has been detained since April last year, says the charges are politically motivated.

Tanzanian opposition leader found guilty of inciting unrest but acquitted of treason
Tanzanian opposition leader found guilty of inciting unrest but acquitted of treasonPhoto: BBC Africa

The 58-year-old, who has been detained since April last year, says the charges are politically motivated.

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