Establishment of Gender and Children Desk by Police in Kilimanjaro

TLDR

• The Kilimanjaro Regional Commissioner, Nurdin Babu, urged police officers to emulate Sergeant Mwajabu Mzee, who received two awards for his contributions to community education against violence.
• Babu made these remarks on August 11, 2026, during the award presentation at his office, emphasizing that violence, especially against children, is unacceptable in society.
• He stated that every police officer has a duty to educate and encourage the community about the importance of proper upbringing and child protection.
• Acting Regional Administrative Secretary, Dr. Jairy Khanga, noted that this recognition is a significant step in implementing the government's five-year plan to combat violence through child upbringing initiatives.
• The Kilimanjaro Regional Police Commander, ACP Abbas Mcharo, announced the establishment of a Gender and Children Desk to ensure community safety, particularly regarding child upbringing and protection within families.