Call for Participation: Tanzanian Men’s Day Conference 2026
Motto: The Tanzanian Man: Guardian of DIGNITY, Builder of Strong Families, and Light of National Development
Kauli Mbiu: Mwanaume wa Kitanzania: Mlinzi wa UTU, Mjenzi wa Familia Imara na Mwanga wa Maendeleo ya Taifa
Background
Although International Men’s Day exists, we Tanzanian men will mark our own Tanzanian Men’s Day for the third time on Thursday, 23rd April 2026. This day is commemorated annually on April 23, just a few days before the celebration of Union Day on April 26—the historic date in 1964 when the United Republic of Tanzania was formed. Tanzanian Men’s Day is distinct from International Men’s Day, and there are fundamental reasons for observing it on a different date. International Men’s Day was founded by Dr. Jerome Teelucksingh of Trinidad and Tobago, who formalized the celebration on November 19, 1999, linking it to his father’s birthday. While we respect that origin, Tanzanian men see no reason to celebrate the birthday of Dr. Teelucksingh’s father. Instead, we chose to establish our own commemoration a few days before Tanzania’s national birthday festivities (Union Day on April 26). This timing symbolizes our pride in the nation’s formation and underscores the connection between men’s contributions and the broader journey of building and sustaining the United Republic of Tanzania.
To mark the Tanzanian Men’s Day occasion, a two‑day indoor conference will be held in Morogoro, beginning on 22 April 2026 and culminating on 23 April 2026 with a celebration. The commemorations will bring together academics, practitioners, policymakers, and the youth to exchange knowledge and experiences on the evolving role of men in family, community, and national development. The event will combine scholarly paper presentations with field‑based insights, ensuring both theoretical and practical perspectives are represented.
Objectives
The objectives of the conference include to:
Provide a national platform for dialogue on men’s roles in society.
Strengthen collaboration between universities, colleges, NGOs, media, government, and private sector.
Celebrate Tanzanian Men’s Day with recognition of contributions and commitments.
Generate actionable recommendations for policy and practice.
Events
This Call for Participation involves two interconnected events, each designed to highlight different dimensions of men’s roles in family, community, and national development. An interested participant is free to join one event or engage in all , depending on personal interest, professional focus, or organizational mandate. Together, these events form a holistic platform that blends scholarship, youth creativity, cultural heritage, and prestigious celebration.
The following is a comprehensive guide to the conference, celebrations, and side events, all of which emphasize: A man’s responsibility to the family as a guardian of dignity. His role in promoting gender equality and respectful partnership with women. His contribution to national development through leadership, innovation, and cultural pride.
1. Call for Academic Scientific Papers (TAJOCODE Special Issue)
Audience: Academics, researchers, and practitioners.
Focus: Submission of original studies and field-based insights on men’s evolving roles in society.
Outcome: Selected papers will be presented during the conference and published in a Special Issue of TAJOCODE, ensuring scholarly impact and policy relevance.
Value: Provides a national and international platform for evidence-based dialogue and knowledge dissemination.
Participation fee for a day: Tshs 100,000
Detailed call of the papers can be accessed here
2. Tukio la Pili
Tukio la pili linawahusu Watanzania wote—wanawake kwa wanaume. Tunawaalika kwa moyo wa dhati kushiriki nasi katika maadhimisho haya muhimu ya kitaifa. Ili kuunganishwa na wenzetu na kupata taarifa za maandalizi, tafadhali jiunge na kundi letu la WhatsApp kupitia kiunganishi hiki:
👉 Jiunge hapa (bofya tafadhali)
Kundi hili ni kwa washiriki waliothibitisha ushiriki wao pekee.
Lengo la Tukio
Lengo letu ni kuhakikisha kila Mtanzania anashiriki kikamilifu na kutoa mchango wake. Hakuna kiwango maalum cha mchango; unaweza kuchangia kiasi chochote kulingana na uwezo wako. Hata kama huwezi kuchangia kifedha, bado unakaribishwa kuja Morogoro kushiriki nasi. Mchakato huu ni shirikishi na tutakubaliana pamoja namna bora ya kusherehekea tukio hili.
Maandalizi ya Tukio
Tukio litafanyika ndani ya ukumbi (indoor event), hivyo hali ya hewa haitakuwa kikwazo. Ukumbi utachaguliwa kulingana na idadi ya washiriki watakaothibitisha. Tafadhali thibitisha ushiriki wako kabla ya tarehe 11 Aprili 2026 ili maandalizi yawe kamilifu.
Wito kwa Washiriki
Hii ni nafasi ya kipekee ya kuungana kama taifa, kushirikiana mawazo, na kusherehekea kwa namna inayojenga mshikamano wa kijamii. Ushiriki wako ni muhimu—iwe kwa mchango, mawazo, au uwepo wako binafsi.
Gharama ya ushiriki: chochote ulichonacho ili tuweze kulipia ukumbi
Conclusion
By offering these diverse yet interconnected events, the Tanzanian Men’s Day Conference 2026 ensures that every participant—whether a scholar, youth, leader, or community member—finds a meaningful space to engage. Each event reinforces the central message: the Tanzanian man as a guardian of dignity, a builder of strong families, and a light of national development. The Tanzanian Men’s Day Conference 2026 is more than just a celebration; it is a decisive step toward redefining the male identity in the context of our unique Tanzanian heritage. By aligning our commemorations with the birth of our nation (Union Day), we emphasize that a strong nation is built upon the foundation of responsible, dignified, and engaged men.
Whether through the scholarly rigor of TAJOCODE, or public debates this event provides a holistic platform to strengthen the fabric of our society.
We invite all stakeholders—government bodies, private sector leaders, civil society, and the general public—to join us in Morogoro. Your participation will help turn these dialogues into actionable change, ensuring that the Tanzanian man remains a true Guardian of Dignity and a Light of National Development.
To learn more about the Tanzanian Men’s Day click the following links: (english) and (swahili)
Annual action plan of the event can be accessed here
The Organizing and Advisory Committee for Tanzanian Men’s Day
Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs)
1. Tanzania Human Rights Defenders Coalition (THRDC)
2. NaCoNGO (Morogoro Office)
2. SHIWACHANDO (Organization for Men Facing Challenges in Marriage)
3. Affirmative Action on Gender Equality Network (AGEN)
4. Rujewa Integrated Efforts to Fight Poverty
5. PELUM Tanzania
6. Kiwamwaku Foundation
7. African Institute for Capacity Development (AICAD)
Professional and Academic Entities
1. Tanzania Journal of Community Development (TAJOCODE)
2. CODEPATA – Community Development Professional Association of Tanzania, Eastern Zone
Advisors
1. Ministry of Community Development, Gender, Women and Special Groups, Department of Male Engagement
Mr. Isaya Mihinzo (ps@jamii.go.tz clearly state in the subject line or opening that the message is intended for Mr. Isaya Mihinzo (Department of Male Engagement) regarding the Organizing and Advisory Committee for Tanzanian Men’s Day)
2. The United Republic of Tanzania President’s Office Regional Administration and Local Government Morogoro Region, Department of Community Development
Delphina Pacho (dellypacho2012@gmail.com)
Elizabeth Magagula elizabeth.magagula@morogoro.go.tz
If you would like to join us, please send an email to following contacts below
Email: conference@agentz.org, and inquiries@agentz.org with copies to dellypacho2012@gmail.com and elizabeth.magagula@morogoro.go.tz
Secretary of the organizing committee:
Daniel Magoma Sospeter Ndege
Email: conference@agentz.org with copies to dsospeter0@gmail.com
Mobile phone: +255678474269 or +255637534896
Chief Coordinator of the Organizing Committee
Prof. Rasel Madaha
Email rasel.madaha@agentz.org with copies to raselmpuya@gmail.com
Mobile phone: +255711829215
Payment information
Bank Name: Mkombozi Commercial Bank PLC
Account name: Affirmative action on Gender Equality Network (AGEN)
Account Number: 00711509115301
International Money Transfer Details to Mkombozi Commercial Bank LTD(Euro Currency )
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Important Notice
- When making a bank deposit, please ensure you:
- Write your full name clearly.
- Include the phrase “Siku ya Mwanaume wa Kitanzania” in the deposit reference.
- After completing the deposit, scan or photograph the bank slip and email it to conference@agentz.org
- Retain the original copy of the slip for your personal records, as it may be required for verification.
Alternative Contribution Method:
- You may also contribute via Yas Lipa number 45884820.
- Once payment is made, please record the transaction details (including your name, amount, and reference) and email them to conference@agentz.org.
Important Notes:
All contributions directly support the success of Maadhimisho ya Siku ya Mwanaume wa Kitanzania.
Contributions without proper identification (name and reference) may not be acknowledged.
Timely submission of payment proof ensures smooth registration and recognition of your support.
Conference Website: https://www.agentz.org/index.php/conferences/