Xenophobia in SA cities heralds SADC-MCO emergence meeting
NAIROBI: THE Minister of Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation, Ambassador Mahmoud Thabit Kombo, has participated in the Emergency Meeting of the Committee of Ministers of the Political, Defence and Security Organization of the Southern African Development Community (SADC-MCO), held in Nairobi, Kenya.
The meeting, which aimed to strengthen the foundations of peace, was chaired by the Chairman of the Committee, Dr George Chaponda, who is the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Republic of Malawi.
During the talks, the ministers discussed various security challenges facing the region, including the ongoing violence in South Africa against citizens of other African countries.
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For his part, Chairman Dr Chaponda assured the members of the meeting that all the recommendations reached will be implemented quickly and effectively. This step is part of SADC’s strategies to ensure that the Southern African Region remains an island of peace, stability, and economic cooperation.
The cost of purchasing a firearm in Tanzania is high, with a new pistol (such as a Glock 26) estimated to cost around TSh 3.9 million (approximately $1,500 – $1,600 USD) as of recent reports, according to a user
Here is a breakdown of costs and regulations regarding firearms in Tanzania:
Firearm Purchase Costs (Approximate)
Pistols: ~TSh 3.9 Million (e.g., Glock 26).
Import Permit Fee: $350 USD per rifle for temporary import.
Dealer Permit Fee: TSh 500,000 per annum.
Licensing and Administrative Fees
Under the Firearms and Ammunition Control Regulations (2018), the following fees apply:
Competency Training Fee: TSh 40,000.
Periodical Competency Test: TSh 20,000.
Renewal Fee (Pistol): TSh 70,000.
Renewal Fee (Shotgun/Rifle/Muzzleloader): TSh 35,000.
Transfer Fee: TSh 75,000.
Temporary Permit for Non-Residents: $150 USD for six months.
Important Regulations
Prohibited Firearms: Handguns, semi-automatic, and automatic firearms are generally strictly prohibited for private ownership, particularly for foreign hunters.
Import Restrictions: A maximum of 3 firearms can be imported, with a limit of 200 rounds of ammunition per firearm.
License Requirement: A separate license is required for each firearm.
For legal acquisition, citizens must typically apply to local authorities and the Tanzania Police Force for a permit, followed by purchasing from authorized dealers like Tanganyika Arms.
Note: The prices for non-lethal, high-powered water guns in Tanzania range from TSh 30,000 to TSh 210,000
The cost of purchasing a firearm in Tanzania is high, with a new pistol (such as a Glock 26) estimated to cost around TSh 3.9 million (approximately $1,500 – $1,600 USD) as of recent reports, according to a user
Here is a breakdown of costs and regulations regarding firearms in Tanzania:
Firearm Purchase Costs (Approximate)
Pistols: ~TSh 3.9 Million (e.g., Glock 26).
Import Permit Fee: $350 USD per rifle for temporary import.
Dealer Permit Fee: TSh 500,000 per annum.
Licensing and Administrative Fees
Under the Firearms and Ammunition Control Regulations (2018), the following fees apply:
Competency Training Fee: TSh 40,000.
Periodical Competency Test: TSh 20,000.
Renewal Fee (Pistol): TSh 70,000.
Renewal Fee (Shotgun/Rifle/Muzzleloader): TSh 35,000.
Transfer Fee: TSh 75,000.
Temporary Permit for Non-Residents: $150 USD for six months.
Important Regulations
Prohibited Firearms: Handguns, semi-automatic, and automatic firearms are generally strictly prohibited for private ownership, particularly for foreign hunters.
Import Restrictions: A maximum of 3 firearms can be imported, with a limit of 200 rounds of ammunition per firearm.
License Requirement: A separate license is required for each firearm.
For legal acquisition, citizens must typically apply to local authorities and the Tanzania Police Force for a permit, followed by purchasing from authorized dealers like Tanganyika Arms.
Note: The prices for non-lethal, high-powered water guns in Tanzania range from TSh 30,000 to TSh 210,000