Tanzania, July 9 -- Dar es Salaam. Political analysts have welcomed the reconciliation agreement expected to be signed today between the ruling Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) and opposition ACT-Wazalendo, saying it could help rebuild political trust and stability in Zanzibar.

However, they cautioned that the pact will only have lasting significance if it is followed by meaningful institutional and electoral reforms to address longstanding political grievances.

The agreement follows months of negotiations after ACT-Wazalendo declined to participate in Zanzibar's Government of National Unity (GNU), citing concerns over the conduct and outcome of the 2025 General Election.

University of Dar es Salaam political analyst Dr Richard Mbunda said th...