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Africa-Press – Kenya. <\/strong><\/span>AFRICAN countries have been urged to take control of their own histories, ensuring a truthful portrayal of the events that unfolded during the colonial era.<\/p>\n

The call was made by the Minister of State for Media and Culture of Germany, Claudia Roth during the launch of a joint exhibition between Tanzanian and German experts, titled Histories of Tanzania, at the Humboldt Forum in Berlin over the weekend.<\/p>\n

\u201cThere are many narratives written during colonialism that still shape perceptions today, often diminishing African history and deepening its wounds,\u201d Roth said.<\/p>\n

\u201cMany heroes of the past, who suffered under colonial rule, remain silenced and their stories are still suppressed.\u201d<\/p>\n

She emphasised the importance of telling one\u2019s own story, noting that without it, people lose their sense of identity.<\/p>\n

\u201cIf you can\u2019t tell your story, you don\u2019t exist, because storytelling conveys a sense of community. Without it, cultural identity is lost,\u201d she insisted. \u201cThank you for making these stories tangible and introducing us to the histories of Tanzania. We look forward to more exhibitions like this, even if they reveal painful truths.\u201d<\/p>\n

Tanzania\u2019s Minister for Natural Resources and Tourism Ambassador, Pindi Chana, expressed gratitude for the joint exhibition, which brings to light the untold stories of Tanzania, both before and during colonialism.<\/p>\n

She noted that the collaboration is a result of the strong relationship between Tanzania\u2019s President, Dr Samia Suluhu Hassan and German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis exhibition should serve as a platform to encourage tourists to visit Tanzania and experience the beauty of our country\u2019s many attractions,\u201d she said via teleconference.<\/p>\n

The minister also said that Tanzania is ready to begin negotiations for the restitution and repatriation of cultural artifacts and human remains taken during the colonial era.<\/p>\n

ALSO READ: UNESCO\u2019s Alwaleed project to promote culture, education in Tanzania<\/b><\/p>\n

\u201cA negotiation committee has been established, and we are in communication with Germany through diplomatic channels,\u201d she added.<\/p>\n

Director General of the National Museum of Tanzania, Dr Noel Lwoga, said that his organisation was involved not only in provenance research but also in the conceptualisation, design and installation of the exhibition, with a focus on representing Tanzanian communities and history from a Tanzanian perspective.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe ensured that the stories presented in this exhibition accurately reflect Tanzanian communities and history, told from our viewpoint,\u201d Dr Lwoga explained.<\/p>\n

General Director of the Humboldt Forum, Professor Hartmut Dorgerloh, emphasised that the exhibition\u2019s purpose is to create a space where different cultures can be celebrated and where stories from both sides can be learned.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis exhibition does not tell a single story; instead, it provides a platform for diverse narratives,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

He also noted that the exhibition will continue to drive transformation in how colonial histories are narrated and will strengthen the partnership between Germany and Tanzania.<\/p>\n

The exhibition launch was attended by Tanzania\u2019s Ambassador to Germany, Hassan Iddi Mwamweta, along with several Tanzanian chiefs and community members.<\/p>\n

For More News And Analysis About Kenya<\/span> Follow Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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