Tanzania has lifted a ban on four newspapers that had been in place since President John Magufuli’s death.
For a variety of reasons, including fraudulent reporting, the four – Mwanahalisi, Mawio, Masato, and Tanzania Daima – had their licenses withdrawn.
Mr. Magufuli, who was elected in 2015 and will be re-elected in 2020, was perceived as being critical of them.
President Samia Suluhu, who took over when Mr. Magufuli died in March of last year, has pledged to protect media freedom, which is a significant difference from her predecessor.
According to analysts, this represents the start of a new chapter in Tanzania’s media scene.
The owner of Mwanahalisi and Mseto congratulated President Samia for the news and vowed to follow the ethics and media rules.
BBC
