Minister Launches Journalist Accreditation Board in Dar es Salaam
Minister Palamagamba Kabudi launches the Journalist Accreditation Board, marking a new era for Tanzanian journalism.
Event Marks Launch of Journalist Accreditation Board in Dar es Salaam
DAR ES SALAAM, March 3, 2025
A significant milestone for journalism in Tanzania was reached today with the official launch of the Journalist Accreditation Board. The event was inaugurated by the Minister for Information, Culture, Arts, and Sports, Professor Palamagamba Kabudi, in Dar es Salaam.
The ceremony, held with notable fanfare, featured a range of activities showcasing the importance of this new body. Among the attendees were members of the board, who will oversee the accreditation of journalists across the country.
Deodatus Balile, Chairman of the Tanzania Editors' Forum (TEF), delivered a speech highlighting the board's critical role in promoting professionalism and ethical standards in the media industry.
Also present at the event were Christopher Majaliwa, Acting Manager for Foreign Language Services at the State Newspapers Corporation (TSN), and Sylvester Domasa, Acting Manager for Digital News at TSN. Both figures contributed to the day's discussions, underlining the significance of the accreditation system in enhancing journalistic integrity and access.
The establishment of the Journalist Accreditation Board is seen as a crucial step in enhancing the regulatory framework for media professionals in Tanzania, providing a structured system to improve the media landscape.
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