The Morogoro District Commissioner, Mussa Kilakala, has called on residents of the region to make the most of the upcoming Mama Samia Legal Aid Campaign to address legal challenges, particularly those affecting vulnerable groups such as women and children.
Speaking in Morogoro during a press briefing ahead of the campaign’s launch on December 13, Kilakala highlighted the campaign’s role in providing free legal aid and promoting access to justice for all.
“This is a unique opportunity for residents to gain legal education and resolve their disputes at no cost. I urge everyone in Morogoro Region to participate,” he said.
Kilakala explained that the campaign, which will be rolled out to local government levels, will see legal experts visiting wards, villages, and neighborhoods to offer assistance.
The initiative, he noted, aligns with President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s vision of ensuring justice for marginalized communities. It is spearheaded by the government through the Ministry of Constitution and Legal Affairs and aims to strengthen public understanding of legal issues, human rights, and access to justice.
Residents of Morogoro Municipality have expressed optimism about the campaign. Samson Said, a resident, noted that it would help resolve conflicts such as land disputes, disagreements between farmers and pastoralists, and boundary issues.
“The campaign will also address cultural practices that deny women land ownership, by educating the community on legal rights,” he added.
Another resident, Lulu Hamis, echoed similar sentiments, emphasizing the potential of the campaign to bring lasting solutions to community disputes.
The Mama Samia Legal Aid Campaign is expected to contribute to peace and stability, improve livelihoods, and foster national unity through increased access to justice and legal support.