Tanzania, March 14 -- Dar es Salaam. The United Nations (UN) Special Rapporteur, Ms Gina Romero, has commended Tanzania for establishing an independent commission of inquiry into the October incidents, describing the move as a demonstration of the country's commitment to human rights.

Ms Romero made the remarks in Geneva on March 12 while delivering concluding observations during a discussion titled Truth and Accountability in the Events of Tanzania's 2025 General Election.

She said the commission chaired by retired Chief Justice Mohamed Chande signals Tanzania's willingness to uphold human rights and pursue an independent investigation into the incidents.

The commission had earlier been praised by the UN High Commissioner for Human Ri...