By Erick Mukiza
Closing Ceremony of LAW Week 2026 and Opening of the Judiciary Year
2nd February 2026
During the Closing Ceremony of LAW Week 2026 and the opening of the Judiciary year on 2nd February 2026, held under the theme “Contribution of the Judiciary in the Welfare and Development of the Nation,” the Judiciary of Tanzania clearly demonstrated its role as a key pillar of national development. By implementing Article 107(2)(d) of the Constitution, the Judiciary promotes amicable dispute resolution, with mediation at the center of this effort.
Mediation supports National Vision 2050 by promoting social harmony, economic growth, and access to justice. One key pillar of the Judiciary is strengthening Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) to boost the national economy. When disputes are resolved through mediation, citizens save time and money, reduce court congestion, and focus on productive activities. Funds previously tied up in court cases can instead support development.
Erick Mukiza, Accredited Mediator & ADR Policy Expert, is being interviewed by ITV Tanzania
LAW Week 2026 emphasizes public education on mediation. Together with ADR stakeholders, this effort is already showing results. The Judge in Charge of the High Court of Tanzania, Dar es Salaam Registry, Hon. Salma Maghimbi, and the Ilala District Commissioner, Hon. Edward Mpogolo, confirmed a reduction in cases.
ESS Creative and Legal Foundation was invited as an ADR stakeholder to support community mediation. In collaboration with the High Court Mediation Center, the Ministry of Constitutional and Legal Affairs and media channels like ITV Tanzania, our message is clear: courts resolve cases, mediation resolves disputes. For timely justice and restored relationships, go for mediation.