Proposal for Traditional Healers to Legally Possess Government Trophies

TLDR

• Mr Mhando said the decision marks the first time since Tanzania attained independence in 1961 that traditional healers have been allowed to legally own such trophies.
• MWANZA: THE Tanzania Wildlife Management Authority (TAWA) has announced the implementation of President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s directive allowing traditional healers to legally own government trophies used in their.
• Speaking on wildlife conservation, tourism and economic opportunities, Mr Mhando said President Samia approved the request after traditional healers presented their appeal during the Bulabo cultural celebrations of the.
• The application form costs 10,000/-, while licence fees vary depending on the type of business and category of trophies.
• He said the healers sought permission to legally possess government trophies used in traditional practices, including wildebeest tails, lion fat and other wildlife products.