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UN Member State or Permanent Observer making sexual rights related recommendations, comments or asking questions to the State under Review.

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  • State Under Review:

    Tanzania

    Tanzania
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    Ghana

    Ghana
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    OIF
    Commonwealth
    Issue:
    • Harmful practices based on cultural / traditional values
    • Gender equality
    Type:
    Recommendation
    Session:
    12th session, October 2011
    Status:
    Accepted
    Contents:
    Put in place a comprehensive strategy, as advised by CEDAW to modify or eliminate cultural practices and stereotypes that discriminate against women.
    Implementation
    National Report:
    Para 43) Section 169A of The Penal Code [Cap 16 RE 2002] criminalizes Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) of girls under the age of 18 years in Tanzania Mainland. Also, the National Plan of Action for Prevention and Eradication of FGM 2001-2015 is designated for review in 2016 while the National Plan of Action to Accelerate the Eradication of FGM and Other Harmful Traditional Practices and the National Human Rights Action Plan 2013-2017 are operational. Further, the National Policy on Childhood Care and Development which addressed FGM is at the validation and approval stages.

    Para 44) FGM cases are being successfully prosecuted in the criminal justice system as a result of awareness raising and capacity building. Programmes for alternative sources of income for those who perform FGM as means of livelihood have been devised and the State in collaboration with CSO's continues the implementation of the 'Stop Female Genital Mutilation' campaign which is changing people's attitudes towards FGM

    Para 45) All killings are criminalized under Section 196 of the Penal Code [Cap 16 Re 2002] as murder. The State is in the process of reviewing the Witchcraft Act Cap, 18 and the Traditional and Alternative Medicines Act, No. 23 of 2012 with a view of using the legislation to combat witchcraft and witchcraft killings. The State also continues to register traditional healers and places parameters to their activities. Further, the NHRAP promotes rights of the elderly by addressing issues of witchcraft associated killings. The National Aging policy of 2003 is being reviewed and a Bill is being prepared to protect the elderly. Further, 17 safe homes for elderly persons have been established to support survivors of witchcraft killings

    UN Compilation:
    Para 22) UNCT stated that, in its efforts to address harmful cultural and traditional customs and practices, such as female genital mutilation, polygamy and the bride price, the United Republic of Tanzania had continued to strengthen the implementation of the Zanzibar Penal Act (2004) and the Penal Code (applicable on the mainland), both of which criminalized female genital mutilation. The State had also carried out public awareness-raising campaigns and media programmes in an effort to eliminate female genital mutilation.
  • State Under Review:

    Tanzania

    Tanzania
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    Hungary

    Hungary
    Regional group
    EEG
    Political group
    EU
    Issue:
    • Harmful practices based on cultural / traditional values
    • Violence against women / gender-based violence
    • Female genital mutilation / cutting
    Type:
    Recommendation
    Session:
    12th session, October 2011
    Status:
    Accepted
    Contents:
    Allocate adequate resources to ensure the effective implementation of the National Action Plans to combat Violence Against Women, Violence Against Children and Female Genital Mutilation.
  • State Under Review:

    Tanzania

    Tanzania
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    National Report

    Issue:
    • Maternal health / morbidity / mortality
    Type:
    Review Documentation
    Session:
    12th session, October 2011
    Status:
    N/A
    Contents:
    Tanzania has made little progress in the area of maternal and child mortality. Reports indicates that maternal mortality has significantly decreased from 578 deaths per 100,000 live births … [Para 67]
  • State Under Review:

    Tanzania

    Tanzania
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    UN Compilation

    Issue:
    • Criminal laws on same-sex sexual practices
    Type:
    Review Documentation
    Session:
    12th session, October 2011
    Status:
    Reference Addressed
    Contents:
    … repeal any criminal provision against persons based on their sexual orientation. [Para 45; UNCT]
  • State Under Review:

    Tanzania

    Tanzania
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    UN Compilation

    Issue:
    • Birth registration
    Type:
    Review Documentation
    Session:
    12th session, October 2011
    Status:
    Reference Addressed
    Contents:
    NNOC observed that the percentage of birth and death registered remained very low due to a lack of public awareness, the significant cost implications and the lack of capacity of the registrar general’s office. NNOC recommended that Tanzania allocate more resources, conduct awareness raising campaigns and include waiver of registration fees for poor families. [Para 33]
  • State Under Review:

    Tanzania

    Tanzania
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    Italy

    Italy
    Regional group
    WEOG
    Political group
    EU
    Issue:
    • Gender equality
    • Violence against women / gender-based violence
    Type:
    Recommendation
    Session:
    25th session, May 2016
    Status:
    Accepted
    Contents:
    Adopt legislative and policy measures to combat all forms of discrimination and violence against women.
  • State Under Review:

    Tanzania

    Tanzania
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    Mexico

    Mexico
    Regional group
    GRULAC
    Political group
    OAS
    OEI
    ACS
    Issue:
    • Sexual abuse
    Type:
    Recommendation
    Session:
    25th session, May 2016
    Status:
    Accepted
    Contents:
    Intensify efforts to prevent and investigate cases of sexual abuse of children, particularly those living on the street, so as to punish the perpetrators, and provide assistance and protection to victims.
  • State Under Review:

    Tanzania

    Tanzania
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    Panama

    Panama
    Regional group
    GRULAC
    Political group
    OAS
    OEI
    ACS
    Issue:
    • Early marriage
    Type:
    Recommendation
    Session:
    25th session, May 2016
    Status:
    Rejected
    Contents:
    Review legislation with the view of establishing a minimum marriage age at 18 years for both boys and girls, as set out under the Convention on the Rights of the Child.
    Explanation
    Rejected. Currently, there is a case at the Court of Appeal challenging the age of marriage in the Law of Marriage Act, 1971. The State is awaiting the Court of Appeal decision before addressing all matters and initiatives relating to the age of marriage. The State does not sanction forced marriages.
    The State wishes to clarify that the minimum age for voting is 18 years for both genders without preference as prescribed by Article 5 of the Constitution of the United Republic of Tanzania, 1977.
  • State Under Review:

    Tanzania

    Tanzania
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    Latvia

    Latvia
    Regional group
    EEG
    Political group
    EU
    Issue:
    • Marital rape
    • Violence against women / gender-based violence
    • Sexual violence
    • Domestic violence
    Type:
    Recommendation
    Session:
    25th session, May 2016
    Status:
    Rejected
    Contents:
    Criminalize marital rape and domestic violence and sufficiently staff and equip gender desks in police stations to ensure the proper reporting and investigation of incidences of violence .
  • State Under Review:

    Tanzania

    Tanzania
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    UN Compilation

    Issue:
    • Early marriage
    Type:
    Review Documentation
    Session:
    25th session, May 2016
    Status:
    Reference Addressed
    Contents:
    UNCT expressed concern about the Law of Marriage Act of 1971, which set the minimum marital age at 15 years for girls and 18 years for boys, and about the Local Customary Law (Declaration) Order of 1963, which discriminated against women by allowing male partners to control the political and economic well-being of the family at the household level. [Para 7]
  • State Under Review:

    Tanzania

    Tanzania
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    Stakeholder Summary

    Issue:
    • HIV and AIDS
    Type:
    Review Documentation
    Session:
    25th session, May 2016
    Status:
    Neglected
    Contents:
    ... The HIV/AIDS (Prevention and Control) Act of 2008 legislates against discrimination. However the Act contributes to the stigmatization of persons living with HIV through the criminalization of the transmission of the HIV, and encourages persons living with HIV to hide their status, or to refrain from being tested, for fear of the legal ramifications of unintentional transmission. [Para 28]
  • State Under Review:

    Tanzania

    Tanzania
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    Argentina

    Argentina
    Regional group
    GRULAC
    Political group
    OAS
    OEI
    Issue:
    • Criminal laws on same-sex sexual practices
    • Rights of same-sex desiring persons
    Type:
    Recommendation
    Session:
    39th Session, November 2021
    Status:
    Unclear Response
    Contents:
    Consider enacting legislation that decriminalizes same-sex sexual relations.
    Explanation
    Noted. The recommendations contain matters pertaining to same sex relations which is against our laws, traditions and beliefs.
  • State Under Review:

    Tanzania

    Tanzania
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    Sierra Leone

    Sierra Leone
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    OIC
    Commonwealth
    Issue:
    • International human rights instruments
    Type:
    Recommendation
    Session:
    39th Session, November 2021
    Status:
    Accepted
    Contents:
    Consider requesting technical assistance with a view to submitting overdue reports to the Committee of the ICESCR, the CEDAW, and the CRPD.
  • State Under Review:

    Tanzania

    Tanzania
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    Bulgaria

    Bulgaria
    Regional group
    EEG
    Political group
    EU
    OIF
    Issue:
    • Women's and / or girls' rights
    • Adolescent pregnancy
    Type:
    Recommendation
    Session:
    39th Session, November 2021
    Status:
    Accepted
    Contents:
    Review laws and policies to ensure that pregnant girls or young mothers can re-enter the formal education system.
  • State Under Review:

    Tanzania

    Tanzania
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    Sierra Leone

    Sierra Leone
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    OIC
    Commonwealth
    Issue:
    • Violence against women / gender-based violence
    • Sexual violence
    • Domestic violence
    Type:
    Recommendation
    Session:
    39th Session, November 2021
    Status:
    Accepted
    Contents:
    Enhance efforts to combat all forms of gender-based violence against women, including domestic and sexual violence.
  • State Under Review:

    Tanzania

    Tanzania
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    Chile

    Chile
    Regional group
    GRULAC
    Political group
    OAS
    OEI
    Issue:
    • Women's and / or girls' rights
    • Adolescent pregnancy
    Type:
    Recommendation
    Session:
    39th Session, November 2021
    Status:
    Accepted
    Contents:
    Take measures to eliminate stigma, discrimination and exclusion of pregnant girls and adolescent mothers, including in schools.
  • State Under Review:

    Tanzania

    Tanzania
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    Poland

    Poland
    Regional group
    EEG
    Political group
    EU
    Issue:
    • Women's and / or girls' rights
    Type:
    Recommendation
    Session:
    39th Session, November 2021
    Status:
    Partially Accepted
    Contents:
    Introduce amendments to the laws with a view to guaranteeing the right to education, and introduce 12 years of free primary and secondary education, of which 9 years are compulsory, and at least one year of free and compulsory pre-primary education, especially for girls and children with disabilities.
    Explanation
    The State supports the part of the recommendation which reads free primary and secondary education.
  • State Under Review:

    Tanzania

    Tanzania
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    Slovakia

    Slovakia
    Regional group
    EEG
    Political group
    EU
    Issue:
    • Birth registration
    Type:
    Recommendation
    Session:
    12th session, October 2011
    Status:
    Accepted
    Contents:
    Ensure free birth registration and in this regard conduct relevant awareness-raising campaigns for the public and adopt efficient policies with a view to cover country's remote and rural areas.
    Implementation
    National Report:
    Para 59) There is a specific provision on children's rights (Article 53) in the Proposed Constitution to guarantee the rights of children. The State has also continued to implement and respect the Law of the Child Act by developing several sets of Regulations, which cover various areas of child protection provided for in the Act. Other efforts include implementation of the under five and the 6 -18 birth registrations initiative where free birth certificates are given in pilot areas.
  • State Under Review:

    Tanzania

    Tanzania
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    Algeria

    Algeria
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    OIC
    AL
    Issue:
    • Violence against women / gender-based violence
    Type:
    Recommendation
    Session:
    12th session, October 2011
    Status:
    Accepted
    Contents:
    Complete the draft national action plan for the promotion and protection of human rights and the draft national action plan on violence against women.
    Implementation
    National Report:
    Para 39) The State continued to implement its National Action Plan for Prevention and Eradication of Violence against Women and Children (2001-2015) as follows: A National Multi-Sectoral Committee to Prevent and Respond to Violence against Women and Children and Child protection teams established and the Tanzania Teachers' Code of Conduct and Professional Ethics of 1963 is under review to include specific measures on promotion of child rights and zero-tolerance for violence against children in schools. A child free help line was launched on 14th June, 2013 and one Stop Centers for child abuse victims were established. The State has also developed a roadmap for raising awareness on Violence against Children and Gender Based Violence (2014-2016). The State continues to be part of a Great Lakes Region campaign on Sex and Gender Based Violence "DECLARE ZERO TOLERANCE NOW" (SGBV) launched in 2012.

    Para 40) In Tanzania Zanzibar, Gender based violence (GBV) committees have been established at Village, Ward, District and National level with guidelines for prevention of GBV and there is a National GBV Register Board that records cases of violence against women and children. A call help line was established in 2015 with number 116 to report and receive assistance from incidences of violence and One Stop Centers have been established. Currently, VAC cases are highly reported due to availability of such services and a shelter house has been designated to accommodate survivors of GBV. Also, 417 Gender and Children Desks are in place in major Police Stations around the country which have developed and harmonized Standard Operating procedures(SOP). To that effect, 1,196 Police Officers have been trained on the SOP and their guidelines.
  • State Under Review:

    Tanzania

    Tanzania
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    National Report

    Issue:
    • Maternal health / morbidity / mortality
    Type:
    Review Documentation
    Session:
    12th session, October 2011
    Status:
    N/A
    Contents:
    The Government in collaboration with USAID is revising national guidelines for malaria treatment during pregnancy and strengthening health services for pregnant women. [Para 25]
  • State Under Review:

    Tanzania

    Tanzania
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    UN Compilation

    Issue:
    • Harmful practices based on cultural / traditional values
    • Female genital mutilation / cutting
    Type:
    Review Documentation
    Session:
    12th session, October 2011
    Status:
    Reference Addressed
    Contents:
    HR Committee recommended that Tanzania adopt effective measures to combat female genital mutilation, in particular where the practice remains widespread, and ensure that the perpetrators are brought to justice. Concerned about the fact that the Sexual Offences Special Provisions Act of 1998 does not protect women above the age of 18 from genital mutilation, the Committee recommended that it be amended. [Para 31]
  • State Under Review:

    Tanzania

    Tanzania
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    UN Compilation

    Issue:
    • Female genital mutilation / cutting
    Type:
    Review Documentation
    Session:
    12th session, October 2011
    Status:
    Neglected
    Contents:
    The police were reluctant to arrest and prosecute the perpetrators(of FGM). [Para 23]
  • State Under Review:

    Tanzania

    Tanzania
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    Poland

    Poland
    Regional group
    EEG
    Political group
    EU
    Issue:
    • Harmful practices based on cultural / traditional values
    • Female genital mutilation / cutting
    Type:
    Recommendation
    Session:
    12th session, October 2011
    Status:
    Accepted
    Contents:
    Put in place a comprehensive strategy, including legislative measures to eliminate practices and stereotypes that discriminate women, such as female genital mutilation.
    Implementation
    National Report:
    Para 43) Section 169A of The Penal Code [Cap 16 RE 2002] criminalizes Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) of girls under the age of 18 years in Tanzania Mainland. Also, the National Plan of Action for Prevention and Eradication of FGM 2001-2015 is designated for review in 2016 while the National Plan of Action to Accelerate the Eradication of FGM and Other Harmful Traditional Practices and the National Human Rights Action Plan 2013-2017 are operational. Further, the National Policy on Childhood Care and Development which addressed FGM is at the validation and approval stages.

    Para 44) FGM cases are being successfully prosecuted in the criminal justice system as a result of awareness raising and capacity building. Programmes for alternative sources of income for those who perform FGM as means of livelihood have been devised and the State in collaboration with CSO's continues the implementation of the 'Stop Female Genital Mutilation' campaign which is changing people's attitudes towards FGM

    Para 45) All killings are criminalized under Section 196 of the Penal Code [Cap 16 Re 2002] as murder. The State is in the process of reviewing the Witchcraft Act Cap, 18 and the Traditional and Alternative Medicines Act, No. 23 of 2012 with a view of using the legislation to combat witchcraft and witchcraft killings. The State also continues to register traditional healers and places parameters to their activities. Further, the NHRAP promotes rights of the elderly by addressing issues of witchcraft associated killings. The National Aging policy of 2003 is being reviewed and a Bill is being prepared to protect the elderly. Further, 17 safe homes for elderly persons have been established to support survivors of witchcraft killings

    UN Compilation:
    Para 22) UNCT stated that, in its efforts to address harmful cultural and traditional customs and practices, such as female genital mutilation, polygamy and the bride price, the United Republic of Tanzania had continued to strengthen the implementation of the Zanzibar Penal Act (2004) and the Penal Code (applicable on the mainland), both of which criminalized female genital mutilation. The State had also carried out public awareness-raising campaigns and media programmes in an effort to eliminate female genital mutilation.
  • State Under Review:

    Tanzania

    Tanzania
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    Turkey

    Turkey
    Regional group
    WEOG
    Political group
    OIC
    Issue:
    • Violence against women / gender-based violence
    • Domestic violence
    Type:
    Recommendation
    Session:
    25th session, May 2016
    Status:
    Accepted
    Contents:
    Prohibit and criminalize acts of domestic violence.
  • State Under Review:

    Tanzania

    Tanzania
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    Spain

    Spain
    Regional group
    WEOG
    Political group
    EU
    OEI
    Issue:
    • Harmful practices based on cultural / traditional values
    • Female genital mutilation / cutting
    Type:
    Recommendation
    Session:
    25th session, May 2016
    Status:
    Accepted
    Contents:
    Adopt more specific measures to prevent the practice of female genital mutilation.

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