AfricaPress-Tanzania: ARUMERU District Commissioner, Jerry Muro has called on women to put more focus on their business undertakings if they are to prosper in life, hence contribute to the country’s socio-economic development.
DC Muro made the call here on Monday when he represented the Arusha Regional Commissioner, Idd Kimanta at the climax of International Women’s Day.
“The country’s development depends on you (women), so it’s high time for women to be committed in everything you do, taking into account that you’re taking the lead in the economy,” he told the gathering.
“I truly commend you for your efforts, as you have even contributed to Tanzania reaching the middle-income status,” DC Muro stressed.
He also commended the women of Arusha City Council for being united, urging them to continue working hard, and the government will continue to support them.
Every council in Tanzania allocates 10 percent of its revenue collections to improve citizen’s livelihood economically. These funds are provided as a loan with no interest to groups of women (4 percent), youth (4 percent), and people with disabilities (2 percent).
“So use that opportunity to scale up your business…the money is there at the council go and ask for the loan,” he insisted.
Arusha District Commissioner Kenan Kihongosi said women are a major contributor to the country’s development and that’s why President John Magufuli cares about them.
DC Kihongosi said he supports President Magufuli’s efforts to ensure a conducive environment is created for women to carry out their duties without harassment.
“But not only that, the government is at the forefront of intervening when it detects any woman being abused for no apparent reason. In fact, I am joining my beloved President Magufuli in fighting for women,” he said.
Women’s celebrations in Arusha City were adorned with a variety of themes to build their self-awareness and awareness of the laws that protect them.
