The need for increased democratisation in Tanzania had been championed by a number of individuals. Names such as Chief Abdallah Fundikira, Seif Sharif Hamad, and James Mapalala come to mind. A good number of these pioneers were forced into the opposition when they felt that their views were no longer welcomed by Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM). Thus multi-partyism provided the only legal avenue for them to be involved in politics.
