Tanzania MPs warned not to undress in parliament

Tanzanian MPs have been warned not to take off any of their clothes when in parliament.

Speaker Tulia Ackson issued her warning after MP Mwita Waitara took off his jacket and tie during a debate.

He had become angered during a heated session – regarding compensation for his constituents who had been displaced by mining – and ended up storming out of the chamber.

Ms Ackson was not bothered about the manner of his leaving, but by the breach of parliamentary dress code, which requires formal wear in the chamber.

She described his removal of jacket and tie as “undisciplined”.

“This behaviour is not permitted inside parliament and it should never happen again. If you’re angered, go wind down outside,” said Ms Ackson.