State keen to empower women, girls – RC

DODOMA: DODOMA Regional Commissioner Ms Rosemary Senyamule, has said the government remains committed to empowering women and girls across various sectors to ensure gender equality and improve their overall wellbeing in the country.

Ms Senyamule made the remarks at Mbande Primary School in Kongwa District, Dodoma, during celebrations to mark International Women’s Day (IWD).

She also commended President Samia Suluhu Hassan for her contribution to the growth of various sectors, noting that the progress has positively impacted the lives of women.

According to the RC, President Samia is a role model for women both within and outside the country, having demonstrated exceptional leadership ability.

At the well-attended and colourful event, the Chairperson of the Women’s Committee of the Tanzania Union of Government and Health Employees (TUGHE) – EWURA Branch, Herieth Kasilima, reflected on this year’s theme, “Rights and Equality for Women and Girls,” noting that it aims to encourage society to ensure women and girls receive equal rights and opportunities in various aspects of life.

She added that the theme also aligns with global development goals towards 2030 as well as the 2050 development agenda.

Ms Kasilima also used the opportunity to encourage women engaged in electrical technical work to come forward and register for licenses.

According to her, under EWURA laws and regulations, electrical technicians are required to possess official licenses in order to carry out their duties, a measure that helps them avoid challenges or disruptions in their work.

“All women engaged in electrical technical work, especially those without EWURA licenses, should come forward and register with EWURA so that they can perform their duties efficiently and without inconvenience,” she emphasised.

The celebrations also served as an important platform bringing together women from various sectors to discuss gender equality, women’s rights and their contribution to community and national development.

International Women’s Day (IWD) is celebrated on March 8 each year to honour women’s achievements and advocate for gender equality.

International Women’s Day has its roots in the early 20th century, originating from labour movements in North America and Europe. The first official observance was held on February 28, 1909, organised by the Socialist Party of America.

In 1910, at the International Socialist Women’s Conference in Copenhagen, Clara Zetkin proposed the idea of an annual Women’s Day to promote equal rights, including suffrage.