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President Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to ensuring justice for all Tanzanians after officially opening the Annual General Conference of the Tanzania Magistrates and Judges Association (TMJA) in Dodoma.
Addressing magistrates and judges from across the country, President Samia said the Judiciary plays a vital role in protecting citizens’ rights, maintaining the rule of law, and supporting national development.
She stressed that justice must be accessible, fair, and timely for every Tanzanian, regardless of status or location.
The President emphasized that an independent Judiciary is the foundation of public trust in government institutions.
She said citizens gain confidence in the state when courts are free to make decisions based on the law, without interference.
According to her, judicial independence is not only a constitutional principle but also a guarantee of equality before the law.
President Samia outlined key justice sector reforms implemented under the Sixth Phase Government, all aimed at improving services for citizens.
These include the construction and rehabilitation of court buildings to bring services closer to the people, the recruitment of more judicial officers to reduce case backlogs, and improved welfare for court staff to enhance efficiency and integrity.
She also highlighted the growing use of ICT systems, which are helping speed up case handling and improve transparency in court processes.
Looking ahead, the President said the Judiciary has a strategic responsibility to protect peace, political stability, and social harmony as Tanzania moves towards the National Development Vision 2050.
She noted that a strong justice system is essential for attracting investment, protecting human rights, and sustaining economic growth that benefits ordinary citizens.
Speaking earlier, Chief Justice Prof. Ibrahim Juma said the reforms underway are designed to raise Tanzania’s Judiciary to internationally accepted standards.
He explained that global systems use nine key benchmarks to assess the quality of justice delivery and appealed to the government to continue strengthening financial support and improving the welfare of judicial officers.
Responding to these concerns, President Samia assured the gathering that the government recognizes the challenges facing the Judiciary and will continue addressing them gradually, in line with the country’s economic capacity, for the benefit of all citizens.
The statement was signed by Shaaban Kissu, Deputy Director of Presidential Communications at State House (Ikulu).