New leader of Tanzania’s main opposition vows to introduce term limits
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Tanzania’s main opposition Chadema party has elected Tundu Lissu as its chairman. Lissu served as deputy to Freeman Mbowe, who held the position for 21 years. Lissu has pledged reconciliation and the rebuilding of the party. He also says he will introduce and adhere to term limits, advocate for a new national constitution and create an independent electoral system. Lissu, the Chadema candidate in the 2020 presidential election, tells VOA’s James Butty, he will not participate in any future contests unless there are reforms