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The official launch of the Journalists' Accreditation Board by the Minister of Information, Culture, Arts and Sports Prof. Palamagamba Kabudi and the handing over of Working Tools which are Policies, Laws and Regulations.

Chairperson & Director General

Mr Dustan Tido Mhando

Mr Dustan Tido Mhando

Chairperson

Patrick Kipangula

Patrick Kipangula

Ag. Director General

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Functions of the Board

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Function 1

To accredit and issue press cards to journalists in accordance with the Act.

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Function 2

To enforce the adopted code of ethics for journalist professionals.

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Function 3

To uphold standards of professional conduct and promote ethical discipline among journalists.

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Function 4

To advise the Government on matters relating to education and training of journalists.

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Function 5

To set professional education and training standards in consultation with relevant institutions.

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Function 6

To establish links with similar organizations within and outside the United Republic of Tanzania.

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Function 7

To prepare journalist training programs in consultation with the Council.

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