Tanzanian president MagufuliPoliticsTundu Lissu, deputy leader of the main opposition CHADEMA party, has announced he will run for president in October. Tanzanian President John Magufuli dissolved parliament on Tuesday ahead of elections in October, touting his government’s record in expanding infrastructure such as roads, electricity generation and reforming the mining sector. Nicknamed “the Bulldozer” for his ability to push through major projects, Magufuli took office in November 2015, pledging to expand the East African nation’s road and railway network and power-generation capacity. SEE ALSO: Magufuli’s fierce critic Tundu Lissu to vie for presidencyThe government has denied seeking to stifle dissent. Tundu Lissu, deputy leader of the main opposition CHADEMA party, has announced he will run for president in October.

Source: Standard Digital June 16, 2020 17:26 UTC