ZANZIBAR, Jan. 6 -- THE Tanzanian government has reaffirmed its commitment to improving the welfare, working conditions, and professional capacity of Police officers, stressing that decent housing, better remuneration and modern skills are critical to building an effective and professional police force.

Minister for Home Affairs, George Simbachawene, made the statement earlier today, January 6, 2026, when addressing officers, inspectors, and rank-and-file police personnel from the Zanzibar Police Headquarters and three regions of Unguja, saying that while the government continues to strengthen the capacity of police officers through training and provision of equipment, improving their living conditions remains a top priority.

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