The United Republic of Tanzania
Journalists Accreditation Board
(JAB)
"We Enforce the adopted code of ethics for Journalist Professionals"
The President of the United Republic of Tanzania, Hon. Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan swearing in Hon. Professor Palamagamba John Aidan Mwaluko Kabudi to be the Minister of Information, Culture, Arts and Sports at an event held at the Small Palace of Tunguu, Zanzibar on December 10, 2024.
Chairman of the Accreditation Board of Journalists (JAB), Mr. Tido Mhando, talking to the staff of the board when he visited the new offices of the board located on Jamhuri Street in Dar es Salaam on December 4, 2024
Director of Administration and Human Resources of the Ministry of Information, Communication and Information Technology, Mrs. Salome Kessy when she visited the new offices of the Journalists Accreditation Board (JAB)
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.
One
To accredit and issue press cards to journalist in accordance with the Act.
Two
To enforce the adopted code of ethics for journalist professionals.
Three
To uphold standards of professional conduct and promote good ethical standards and discipline among journalists.
Four
To advice the Government on matters pertaining to the education and training of journalists.
Five
In consultation with the relevant institutions set standards for professional education and training of journalists.
Six
To establish links with similar organizations within and outside the United Republic of Tanzania.
Seven
In consultation with the Council, to prepare training for journalists.
Eight
To maintain a roll of accredited journalists.
