TAMWA-ZNZ demands action against child marriage

The Tanzania Media Women’s Association in Zanzibar (TAMWA-ZNZ) has issued a formal call for increased protections for girls and immediate government intervention to eliminate child marriage. The organization’s appeal follows the release of official government data identifying 211 girls among 254 total child victims of gender-based violence and abuse in the region.

This demand highlights ongoing concerns regarding the safety and rights of minors in Zanzibar. By linking the prevalence of child marriage to broader patterns of gender-based violence, the association is pushing for systemic policy changes to address the vulnerability of young girls and ensure their protection under the law.