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Union discrimination, equality and justice concerns dominate Zanzibar budget debate

Ziwani Representative Mohamed Ali Salim (ACT Wazalendo) contributes to the main budget debate in the House at Chukwani, Unguja, Zanzibar. PHOTO | COURTESY

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By  Jesse Mikofu

Mwandishi wa Habari

Mwananchi

Unguja. Concerns over discrimination, equality and justice within the Union dominated debate on the Zanzibar main government’s budget in the House of Representatives on Tuesday, June 16, 2026.

During the debate, some lawmakers insisted that they would continue defending Zanzibar’s interests even if their views are perceived as discriminatory.

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