DPP Zanzibar - Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions
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OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC PROSECUTIONS ZANZIBAR

No guilt without evidence. Do not underestimate, do not refuse to provide evidence
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Who We Are

Introduction / Who We Are

WHO WE ARE

About Us

The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) is an independent office established under the Constitution of the United Republic of Tanzania. Our mandate is to provide high-quality prosecution services that are efficient, transparent, and fair.

Our Commitment

We are committed to processing all cases with integrity, professional excellence, and without any bias or external influence.

Vision

To be a premier prosecution service that upholds the rule of law and criminal justice.

Mission

To provide efficient and professional prosecution services for the benefit of all citizens.

Motto

"Haki kwa Wote (Justice for All)".

OUR CORE VALUES

The DPP Zanzibar has 8 core values that guide and direct the behavior of its officers at all levels. These values reflect the culture of the Office, ensuring that all officers conduct prosecutions with integrity, fairness, and accountability, and that the public can trust the DPP to uphold justice in accordance with the law

Integrity

Upholding high moral principles and professional standards in every case.

Impartiality

Prosecution is not a vengeful mission; it is a mission to present the truth before the court of law as known by the witnesses.

Independence

The 1984 Zanzibar Constitution guarantees independence of the prosecution authority. It is the duty of the prosecutors to uphold the independence by being honest.

Fairness

Treating all individuals equally and ensuring justice is served regardless of status.

Effectiveness

Being timely, cooperative and pursuing each prosecution with necessary zeal to meet the end of justice.

Efficiency

Use of resources should be prudent and for the intended purpose.

Accountability

Being responsible for our actions and transparent in our decision-making process.

Teamwork

Working collaboratively within the criminal justice system to achieve common goals.