Twelve political parties in Tanzania have jointly endorsed the report of the independent commission that investigated incidents of unrest during and after the General Election held on October 29, 2025, calling for a fast-tracked national reconciliation process and the drafting of a new Constitution.
Speaking to journalists on Sunday, April 26, 2026 in Dar es Salaam, the parties said the recommendation by the commission—led by Mohamed Othman Chande—to begin the constitutional reform process before 2028 should be treated as a national priority.
They argued that a new Constitution remains the most viable solution to long-standing political and social challenges, adding that it would lay a strong foundation for the country’s future stability and governance.
The parties that issued the joint statement include DP, NRA, NLD, AAFP, Ada Tadea, Demokrasia Makini, UPDP, UDP, SAU, UMD, TLP and CCK.
They pledged their readiness to cooperate with the government in implementing all recommendations outlined in the report, saying the move would help preserve peace, strengthen unity and address systemic issues affecting the country.
Hassan Doyo, who ran as the NLD presidential candidate in the 2025 General Election, said the adoption of a new Constitution would not only resolve political disputes but also help the nation recover from broader challenges.
He said the reconciliation process, alongside constitutional reforms, would ensure Tanzania continues to enjoy peace and stability.
Chairman of the platform and a former presidential candidate in the 2025 election, Abdul Muya, also commended the Chande Commission for its work. He called for the immediate convening of the council of political parties to deliberate on key issues raised in the report.
Muya further urged state authorities to take action against individuals and factors identified as triggers of the October 2025 unrest.
Meanwhile, during her address after receiving the report, President Samia Suluhu Hassan reaffirmed her campaign pledge to deliver a new Constitution during her second term in office.
She also announced plans to establish a national reconciliation commission that will oversee dialogue and consensus-building efforts among stakeholders as the country moves toward political reforms.
