Such rare unity between CCM and CUF members was last seen in 2010 when the Zanzibar constitution was reviewed to usher in a power-sharing deal between the main political parties.
Uchuguzi wa Nipashe mjini Zanzibar umebaini hali hiyo imetokana na hofu ya viongozi wa dini kuhujumiwa kwa kupigwa risasi na kumwagiwa tindikali.