DAR ES SALAAM, Oct. 23 -- AS Tanzania pursues the aspirations of Development Vision 2050, a question is gaining weight in policy circles: how can the country fully harness the knowledge, capital and connections of citizens and people of Tanzanian origin living abroad?

For Dr Joseph Masika OAM, a medical doctor, public health professional and Ambassador for Peace, the answer lies in turning the Governments recognition of the diaspora into practical, enforceable rights.

Dr Masika notes that thousands of Tanzanians have gone abroad over the decades in search of education, employment and security for their families.

Many have built distinguished careers in medicine, engineering, education, business, technology and research. Some took up ci...