Tanzania has taken part in the African Union (AU) meeting on women and gender issues, held alongside the 70th session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) in New York, USA.
The meeting focused on reviewing and advancing the implementation of commitments agreed upon for 2026.
The Tanzanian delegation was led by Court of Appeal Justice Hon. Barke Sehel, representing the Minister of Community Development, Gender, Women, and Special Groups, Dr. Dorothy Gwajima.
The team also included Deputy Secretary-General Felister Mdemu and Eveline Makala, Director of Legal Services at the ministry.
Tanzania also engaged in discussions with UN Women, the UN entity dedicated to promoting gender equality and the empowerment of women.
The 70th CSW session brings together UN member states to deliberate on women’s development globally. This year’s theme, “Ensuring and Strengthening Access to Justice for All Women and Girls, Promoting Inclusive and Equitable Legal Systems, Eliminating Discriminatory Laws, Policies and Practices, and Addressing Structural Barriers,” underscores the global commitment to advancing women’s rights and equality.
Tanzania’s participation demonstrates the country’s continued commitment to promoting gender equality and women’s empowerment at both national and international levels.
