Call for Tanzania’s politicians to observe trust, respect, and truthfulness in advancing democracyCall for Tanzania’s politicians to observe trust, respect, and truthfulness in advancing democracyDAR ES SALAAM: THE Former Chief Secretary of the State House , Joseph Butiku, said Tanzania needs to strengthen a culture of trust, respect and truthfulness among political actors and citizens to consolidate democracy. Elaborating, he said that political differences are an essential part of democracy but should be guided by respect, honesty and commitment to national interests. “I would advise this opposition to stand on respect, trust and a certain level of truth,” he said, stressing the importance of allowing the Presidential Commission of Inquiry to establish the truth about what happened. The former State House Chief Secretary said Tanzania needs greater cooperation among political actors and citizens to address national challenges and advance development. “Building trust and respect would be essential in ensuring political differences strengthen rather than undermine the country’s democratic institutions and national unity,” he said.