Tanzania, July 24 -- Dar es Salaam. Vice President Emmanuel Nchimbi has said Tanzania cannot achieve lasting peace without justice, urging leaders and citizens to uphold justice without fear as the foundation for national unity and development.

Speaking on Friday, July 24, at the Tanzania Human Rights Defenders Coalition (THRDC) General Assembly in Dar es Salaam, Dr Nchimbi said there was no contradiction between protecting human rights and preserving peace, arguing that the two are mutually reinforcing.

He cited President Samia Suluhu Hassan's remarks during the swearing-in of judges in May that "justice is the foundation of peace", saying the statement should guide all leaders.

"The President said justice is the foundation of peace. ...