ZANZIBAR, Jan. 1 -- The Tanzanian government has officially started the process to establish a National Reconciliation Commission, President Samia Suluhu Hassan said in her year-end speech, aiming to strengthen unity, peace, and political stability.

Speaking from Tunguu, Zanzibar on Wednesday, President Samia explained that the government has initiated consultations on the commissions structure, membership, mandate, and duration. She stressed that the process will be inclusive, engaging political parties, civil society, and other stakeholders.

“As we enter 2026, the government has started steps to build national unity. We will work with all stakeholders to agree on the commissions framework,” she said. “The goal is to ...