Tanzania, April 9 -- Dar es Salaam. Former Malawi President Lazarus Chakwera has arrived in Tanzania for an official working visit to advance reconciliation, following his appointment as Special Envoy by the Commonwealth.

Dr Chakwera, serving as Special Envoy to Tanzania under the mandate of Commonwealth Secretary-General, Ms Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, landed at Julius Nyerere International Airport (JNIA) on the evening of Wednesday, April 8, 2026.

He was received by the Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation, Mr Ngwaru Maghembe, marking the start of what officials describe as a key diplomatic mission focused on fostering dialogue and easing political tensions.

Dr Chakwera's visit comes months after the Commonw...