Basata, film board to host first-ever Tanzanian comedy awards

Dar es Salaam. The National Arts Council (Basata) and the Tanzania Film Board, in collaboration with stakeholders, have announced the launch of the inaugural Tanzanian Comedy Awards, set to take place in February this year.

The awards, which are expected to be unique in the country, are in recognition of the positive impact, success, and significant contribution that comedians have made in creating employment opportunities for youth.