Constitution of the United Republic of Tanzania 1977, as amended to 2005
Participation in Public Life and Institutions
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    (1) The United Republic of Tanzania is a state which adheres to the principles of democracy and social justice and accordingly -
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    (d) the people shall participate in the affairs of their Government in accordance with the provisions of this Constitution.
    ... (Art. 8)
Participation in Public Life and Institutions
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    (1) Subject to the provisions of Article 39, 47 and 67 of this Constitution and of the laws of the land in connection with the conditions for electing and being elected or for appointing and being appointed to take part in matters related to governance of the country, every citizen of the United Republic is entitled to take part in matters pertaining to the governance of the country, either directly or through representatives freely elected by the people, in conformity with the procedures laid down by, or in accordance with, the law.
    (2) Every citizen has the right and the freedom to participate fully in the process leading to the decision on matters affecting him, his well-being or the nation. (Art. 21)
Participation in Public Life and Institutions
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    (2) Every citizen is entitled to equal opportunity and right to equal terms to hold any office or discharge any function under the state authority. (Art. 22)
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