ADDRESSING DECENT WORK IN THE TOBACCO SECTOR IN TANZANIA
JIDA was selected by International Labour Organization (ILO) to implement the project on addressing the decent work deficits in the tobacco sector in Tabora municipality. The project was implemented at Kalunde and Uyui wards. Basically, the project aimed at transitioning tobacco production to alternative livelihoods. The following are some activities implemented during the implementation of this project.
Project introduction at Uyui and Kalunde wards, partnership meeting between existing farmers, employers, member based and local services providers and establishing 10 groups of women and girls, whereby, 6 groups were established at Kalunde ward and 6 groups at Uyui ward.