Residents of Kigoma Region, on June 12, 2024, have resolved to implement various important measures to ensure that freedom of expression is maintained in the region, from the family level to the national level.
These measures include the establishment of hashtagFreedomOfExpression clubs in primary and secondary schools to enhance citizens' ability to express themselves from a young age.
These resolutions were made today by various stakeholders in the region during a community seminar aimed at promoting freedom of expression. The seminar was organized by the Kigoma Regional Press Club (KGPC) in collaboration with the Union of Tanzania Press Clubs (UTPC).
Speaking at the opening of the community seminar, the guest of honor, Acting Regional Administrative Secretary of Kigoma, responsible for industry and trade, Mr. Deogratius Sangu, who represented the Regional Commissioner of Kigoma, Thobias Andengenye, said it is important for citizens and leaders to utilize this freedom of expression for the development of Kigoma Region.
UTPC President and Chairman of the Kigoma Regional Press Club, Mr. Deogratius Nsokolo, said that gaining freedom of expression is crucial as it forms the foundation for acquiring all other rights.
On his part, UTPC Executive Director Mr. Kenneth Simbaya said that development is not an individual's responsibility alone; we must see how we contribute to development by hashtagPromotingFreedomOfExpression to provide equal opportunities for all.
This community seminar to promote freedom of expression included various stakeholders such as journalists, representatives from civil society organizations, lawyers, people with disabilities, special groups including youth, Government leaders, political party representatives, and religious leaders.
This is the second community seminar to promote freedom of expression, the first of which was held in Shinyanga Region. After Kigoma, it will proceed to Katavi and Rukwa regions.
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