CHRAGG URGES TANZANIANS TO AVOID TAKING THE LAW INTO THEIR OWN HANDS

 

By Carlos Claudio, DAR ES SALAAM

The Commission for Human Rights and Good Governance (CHRAGG) has urged Tanzanians to refrain from taking the law into their own hands, saying such actions are among the factors that contribute to human rights violations in the country.

The call was made by the Director of Legal Services at CHRAGG while speaking to journalists at the commission’s pavilion during the Dar es Salaam International Trade Fair, popularly known as Sabasaba, on July 2, 2026.

The director said citizens should follow legal procedures and submit their complaints to the relevant authorities instead of resorting to self-administered justice, which can lead to serious consequences and violations of other people’s rights.

She said CHRAGG continues to provide a range of services to the public, including receiving and handling complaints related to human rights violations and breaches of the principles of good governance.

“Citizens who visit our offices are given an opportunity to present their complaints, seek resolution of disputes related to human rights, receive education on their rights and responsibilities, and access legal assistance on matters involving human rights and good governance,” she said.

She noted that not every complaint submitted to the commission necessarily involves a violation of human rights or good governance principles, as some cases result from a lack of awareness about the law, human rights and proper procedures.

In such situations, he said, CHRAGG guides citizens to the appropriate institution or authority so that they can access the required services and obtain justice at the right time.

The director added that as the commission continues to provide public education, more Tanzanians are coming forward to report incidents of human rights violations and cases where principles of good governance are not being observed.

“Human rights violations can be caused by many factors, including lack of knowledge of the law, limited awareness of rights and responsibilities, as well as social, political and economic challenges,” she said.

She said CHRAGG continues to work closely with the Government, public institutions, civil society organisations and citizens to ensure that the rights of Tanzanians are protected and defended.

She further stressed that rights go hand in hand with responsibilities, urging citizens to fulfil their duties by observing laws, regulations and established procedures.

According to him, when both citizens and leaders fulfil their responsibilities properly, complaints related to human rights violations and poor governance can be reduced.

“No one is above the law. The Constitution of the United Republic of Tanzania states that the country is governed by the rule of law, and therefore both leaders and citizens must respect the law and the principles of good governance,” she said.

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