Mwana Katavi’ Week Festival set to unite Katavi residents

MPANDA: RESIDENTS of the Katavi region are invited to participate in the “Mwana Katavi” Week celebrations, scheduled to take place from October 25 to 31 this year at the Mizengo Pinda Kabungu grounds in Tanganyika District, Katavi region.

This call was made today by the Assistant Land Commissioner for the Katavi Region, Mr Chediel Mrutu, during an exclusive interview in Katavi.

He said that throughout the week, Rukwa citizens will receive education on various aspects related to land laws and the services provided by land offices.

“First, citizens will be educated on land laws, their rights and responsibilities, as well as the procedures that must be followed regarding various land-related matters,” he said.

He explained that citizens will be informed about the functions of land offices. These services include land-use planning, land surveying, land titling, the registration of land titles, and the registration of various land-related documents.

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Mr Mrutu said citizens will have the opportunity to learn about these services and the procedures to follow when they need to access them.

Furthermore, he mentioned that there will be a land clinic aimed at assisting citizens involved in land disputes.

“Through this clinic, individuals will have the chance to explain their challenges and receive guidance on the best ways to resolve such disputes. ” he said.

In the first phase, Mr Mrutu said that citizens will be educated on resolving land disputes through administrative channels. In cases where a dispute requires further legal action, citizens will be directed to the appropriate land tribunals to seek a resolution in accordance with the law.

“The primary objective of these activities is to enhance public awareness regarding land laws, improve access to land-related services, and empower citizens to resolve their disputes by following established legal procedures,” he said.

Mr Mrutu added that, during the same week, they will also carry out the registration of various land-related deeds and documents.