70 Lawyers trained to tackle public interest cases ahead of key elections
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- Participants are engaging in discussions on drafting and litigating electoral disputes, analysing laws governing election processes, and reviewing both past and potential cases involving freedom of expression.
Dar es Salaam. A total of 70 human rights lawyers from Tanzania Mainland and Zanzibar are attending a two-day workshop in Bagamoyo aimed at equipping them with critical skills to enhance their expertise in public interest litigation (PIL) ahead of the 2024 civic polls and 2025 general elections.
The workshop, organized by the Tanzania Human Rights Defenders Coalition (THRDC), seeks to empower lawyers with the tools to handle complex cases related to freedom of expression, electoral disputes, and democratic processes while reflecting on the state and future of PIL in Tanzania.
“This workshop is about refreshing the minds of human rights lawyers, empowering them with essential skills, and sharing experiences and best practices to strengthen their capacity in managing public interest litigation,” said THRDC in a statement issued on Thursday.
Participants are engaging in discussions on drafting and litigating electoral disputes, analysing laws governing election processes, and reviewing both past and potential cases involving freedom of expression.
The workshop also includes a comparative analysis of Tanzania’s legal landscape with other East African jurisdictions.
“Human rights lawyers are at the forefront of promoting democracy and safeguarding human rights in Tanzania. Their role in public interest litigation is critical for addressing legal challenges and advocating for freedoms,” THRDC noted.