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TANZANIA COMMITTED TO ADVANCING CRIME PREVENTION, CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND RULE OF LAW

Reaffirming Commitment to UN’s 2030 Agenda

Kyoto, Japan - Tanzania has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing crime prevention, criminal justice, and rule of law in line with the United Nations’ 2030 Agenda. This was stated by Biswalo Eutropius Kachele Mganga, Director of Public Prosecutions, at the 14th UN Congress on the theme “Advancing Crime Prevention, Criminal Justice, and Rule of Law; Achieving the 2030 Agenda” in Kyoto, Japan.

Strengthening Institutions and Laws

Tanzania has domesticated key United Nations conventions through various legislations aimed at combating transnational organized crimes. The country has also established institutions such as:

  • Judiciary
  • Drugs Control and Enforcement Authority
  • National Anti-Human Trafficking Secretariat
  • Prevention and Combating of Corruption Bureau (PCCB)
  • Human Rights Commission
  • National Prosecutions Services

These institutions have been set up to strengthen the fight against organized crimes.

Implementing Preventive Measures

In addition, Tanzania has implemented preventive measures including:

  • Public awareness campaigns
  • Strengthening school curriculums on drugs and corruption
  • Involving stakeholders such as NGOs, CBOs, and international agencies
  • Establishing treatment centers for drug addicts
  • Opening zonal, regional, and district offices

Combating Terrorism

Tanzania has also taken steps to combat terrorism by:

  • Establishing the National Counter Terrorism Center (NCTC) in response to the United Nations Security Council Resolution No. 1373 of 2001
  • Installing CCTV cameras, screening machines, and intelligence gathering systems at critical infrastructure sites such as harbours, stadiums, railways, and bridges

Strengthening Corruption Prevention Capacity

Furthermore, Tanzania has strengthened the capacity of public institutions dealing with corruption prevention, including:

  • Prevention and Combating of Corruption Bureau (PCCB)
  • Zanzibar Anti-Corruption and Economic Crimes Authority (ZAECA)
  • Public Procurement Regulatory Authorities

The country has also amended laws to designate corruption offenses as serious and economic crimes.

Global Recognition and Commitment

Tanzania’s efforts to combat organized crime have been recognized globally, with the country playing a key role in regional and international anti-corruption initiatives. The country’s commitment to advancing crime prevention, criminal justice, and rule of law is seen as crucial in achieving the 2030 Agenda’s goal of promoting peaceful and inclusive societies, providing access to justice for all, and building effective, accountable, and inclusive institutions at all levels.

Conclusion

Tanzania’s commitment to advancing crime prevention, criminal justice, and rule of law is a significant step towards achieving the United Nations’ 2030 Agenda. The country’s efforts to strengthen institutions, implement preventive measures, combat terrorism, and prevent corruption will contribute to promoting peaceful and inclusive societies, providing access to justice for all, and building effective, accountable, and inclusive institutions at all levels.