Tanzania: 'Jail Term for Disrespect of National Flag'

AS a way forward to restore national integrity, the Chief Government Printer, Mr Kassian Chibogoyo, has directed the Police Force to arrest anyone who will disrespect national emblems.

Government institutions that use worn-out or dirty national flags together with those who will be walking while the national flag is being raised or lowered shall face fines or an imprisonment term of not less than two years.

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