DAR ES SALAAM: Tanzania has reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding citizens’ dignity, upholding fundamental rights and strengthening national unity, as senior officials opened engagements with a visiting envoy from the Commonwealth of Nations.
The pledge was delivered on Thursday by Palamagamba Kabudi, Minister of State in the Prime Minister’s Office (Policy, Parliament, Coordination and Persons with Disabilities), during a high-level meeting with Lazarus Chakwera, Special Envoy of the Commonwealth Secretary-General and former President of Malawi.
The talks, held at the Julius Nyerere International Convention Centre, centred on Tanzania’s efforts to sustain peace, political stability and social cohesion, alongside ongoing initiatives to strengthen democratic governance.
Prof Kabudi said the government remains committed to reinforcing accountability, protecting civil rights and ensuring inclusive participation in national development.
“We shared insights on Tanzania’s journey since independence in 1961, the current political and democratic landscape, and the measures being taken to safeguard stability while enabling citizens to contribute to an inclusive economy,” he said.
The meeting forms part of Dr Chakwera’s official visit, which began with consultations with Mahmoud Thabit Kombo, Minister for Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation.
Officials described the engagement as constructive and productive, noting that the envoy was briefed on key national priorities, including efforts to preserve peace, strengthen unity and promote the well-being of citizens.
During his visit, Dr Chakwera is expected to engage a broad spectrum of stakeholders, reflecting the Commonwealth’s emphasis on inclusive dialogue and democratic processes.
He has already met with the Registrar of Political Parties, Francis Mutungi, alongside representatives from political parties.
Further consultations are scheduled with senior judicial and political figures, including Mohamed Chande Othman, chair of the Commission of Inquiry into the events of 29 October 2025, and veteran statesman Joseph Warioba.
The envoy is also expected to meet key electoral and institutional leaders, among them George Joseph Kazi, Jacobs Mwambegele and George Mcheche Masaju, as well as representatives of civil society and political organisations, including Othman Masoud Othman.
High-level engagements are also expected with President Samia Suluhu Hassan, Zanzibar President Hussein Ali Mwinyi and former President Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete.
The visit underscores Tanzania’s continued engagement with international partners on governance, democratic development and stability, as it seeks to reinforce its reputation as one of the region’s more stable political environments.