ZANZIBAR, Aug. 25 -- EIGHTEEN out of 19 registered political parties in Zanzibar have signed the election code of conduct ahead of the General Election scheduled for October 29th this year, demonstrating a shared commitment to peaceful, fair and transparent polls.

The only party absent was CHADEMA, which earlier announced it would not participate in the election. The signing ceremony took place at the Zanzibar Electoral Commission (ZEC) headquarters in Maisara, in the ‘Retired Judge Hamid Mahmoud Hall.

The event was presided over by ZEC Chairman, Justice George Kazi and also featured the official launch of the 2025 General Election logo. Early voting for election officials and security personnel is scheduled for October 28th this ...