Peter Kibatala
Peter Kibatala is a prominent Tanzanian lawyer and the former vice president of the Tanganyika Law Society (TLS), recognized for his legal expertise and representation of the Chakumwata association in their appeal against the High Court's decision.
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Lawyer Peter Kibatala told AFP on Friday about the charges against the individuals.
Tanzania charges more than 200 with treason after election protests
Kenya· 2025-11-08
Peter Kibatala is the advocate representing Humphrey Polepole in the habeas corpus case.
Tanzania’s High Court dismisses Habeas Corpus case for ex-envoy Humphrey Polepole
Tanzania· 2025-10-24
Peter Kibatala is the lead defence counsel representing Christina Polepole in court.
New twist in Polepole ‘abduction’ case as senior police officer named in CourtTanzania· 2025-10-15
Peter Kibatala is a lawyer representing the family of Humphrey Polepole.
Family of missing Tanzania government critic petitions court for answersKenya· 2025-10-11
Mr Peter Kibatala is leading the legal team representing Humphrey Polepole in his abduction case.
Court approves new affidavit in Polepole ‘abduction’ petitionTanzania· 2025-10-10
Advocate Peter Kibatala is leading the legal team representing Mr Polepole in his habeas corpus petition.
Habeas Corpus petition for former ambassador Polepole kicks off in high court today, ThursdayTanzania· 2025-10-09
Mr Peter Kibatala is leading the legal team representing Mr Polepole in seeking urgent intervention from the High Court.
New details emerge in Polepole ‘abduction, disappearance’ sagaTanzania· 2025-10-08
Advocate Peter Kibatala is leading the legal team representing Humphrey Polepole in court.
Tanzanian lawyers file case at High Court challenging Polepole’s disappearanceTanzania· 2025-10-07
Peter Kibatala is the lawyer representing the petitioners in the urgent constitutional case.
Mahakama yawaita kwa dharura wadaawa kesi ya waumini Kanisa la GwajimaTanzania· 2025-07-10
Peter Kibatala is a member of Lissu's defense team.
Kesi dhidi ya Lissu kunguruma tena leo?Tanzania· 2025-07-01
Peter Kibatala is a member of Lissu's defense team.
Kesi dhidi ya Lissu kunguruma tena leo?Tanzania· 2025-07-01Mr Lissu’s lead counsel, advocate Mpale Mpoki, joined by Dr Rugemeleza Nshala and Peter Kibatala, objected, saying the review applications had no bearing on the witnesses due to testify that day.
Prosecution seeks more time in Lissu treason case, raising election concernsTanzania· 2025-07-01
Advocate Peter Kibatala represented the church in its legal arguments against the deregistration.
High Court dismisses Gwajima’s Church petition over name discrepancyTanzania· 2025-06-13
Prominent lawyer Peter Kibatala has clarified public speculation regarding the whereabouts of Kawe MP and church leader Bishop Josephat Gwajima.
Gwajima not arrested, says lawyer amid church sagaTanzania· 2025-06-05
Advocate Peter Kibatala confirmed that Bishop Gwajima and several colleagues are in custody and are receiving legal representation.
Debate rages after Gwajima church struck off registerTanzania· 2025-06-03
Peter Kibatala is a member of Tundu Lissu's defense team advocating for a physical trial.
Court orders relaxed security for Lissu, reverses online hearing orderTanzania· 2025-05-20
Senior lawyer Peter Kibatala is one of the lawyers on Tundu Lissu's case.
Court orders opposition leader, who is on hunger strike, to appear in person | World News
Jamaica· 2025-05-08Advocate Peter Kibatala praised the court’s independence and affirmed judicial integrity.
Court orders Lissu to appear in person in false information caseTanzania· 2025-05-07
One of Mr Lissu’s advocates, Peter Kibatala, criticized the minister's comments as interference in judicial proceedings.
Warioba stands up for judicial autonomyTanzania· 2025-05-03
Peter Kibatala announced the planned protest, stating that his client is prepared to stop eating until he sees justice being served.
Lissu to go on hunger strike in protest of treason case court proceedingsTanzania· 2025-05-03
Peter Kibatala is the advocate leading Mr Lissu's legal team, who strongly objected to the virtual hearing.
Tanzania treason case: Lissu, defence lawyers oppose virtual hearingTanzania· 2025-04-24
Advocate Peter Kibatala represented Fatma Karume in her legal matters.
Tanzania's Appellate Court allows govt to challenge Karume’s reinstatementTanzania· 2025-04-17
Peter Kibatala is representing Fatma Karume in her legal proceedings.
KESI YA FATMA KARUME: Mwanasheria Mkuu, Kamati ya mawakili wapewa siku 60Tanzania· 2025-04-17
Advocate Peter Kibatala represented Ms Karume in the court proceedings.
Tanzania's Appellate Court allows govt to challenge Karume’s reinstatementTanzania· 2025-04-17Lawyer Peter Kibatala represented the Chakumwata party in the appeal.
Walimu walivyoibwaga serikali kesi ya ChakumwataTanzania· 2025-03-03
