The Duty to Safeguard Peace in Tanzania
This article discusses the legal framework surrounding public assembly and the right to protest in Tanzania. It emphasizes that while constitutional rights exist, they are subject to police regulation to maintain public order.
Why it matters
Understanding the balance between civil liberties and state security is critical for democratic governance in African nations.
DAR ES SALAAM: Peace is the cornerstone of Tanzania’s unity, democratic governance, and sustainable development. For decades, Tanzania has remained a beacon of peace and stability in Africa, founded upon its enduring commitment to the rule of law, constitutionalism, and national cohesion.
The rule of law is a fundamental pillar of democracy, peace, and national development. It ensures that both the State and its citizens exercise their rights and fulfil their responsibilities within the framework of the law.
In Tanzania, the right of citizens to assemble and hold peaceful demonstrations is guaranteed by the Constitution and the laws of the land.
Article 20 of the Constitution of the United Republic of Tanzania, 1977 (as amended from time to time), provides that every citizen has the right to freedom of peaceful assembly, association, and participation in lawful public gatherings in accordance with the law.
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