BUKOBA, June 16 -- THE Tanzanian government has called on its citizens, families, and community leaders to continue protecting older persons from violence, abuse, and discrimination, emphasizing that senior citizens are a national asset and key stakeholders in achieving Tanzanias Development Vision 2050.

The appeal was made by Acting Assistant Commissioner for Social Welfare, Mussa Mkamate, from the Ministry of Community Development, Gender, Women and Special Groups, while representing the Ministrys Permanent Secretary, Eliakim Chacha Maswi, during the commemoration of the International Day for the Prevention of Elder Abuse held on June 15, 2026, in Kagera Region. The event was observed under the theme, “Stop Violence Against Older...