Date of publication:
01/08/2026
United Republic of Tanzania (the)
Do domestic laws and policies provide forcibly displaced and stateless persons who are victims of crime with access to administrative or judicial remedies?
Assessment by population
Analysis
Tanzania has ratified international conventions such as the 1951 Refugee Convention and its 1967 Protocol, committing to protect the rights of refugees. Domestically, the Refugees Act of 1998 governs the status and treatment of refugees and asylum seekers, outlining their rights and duties. The Constitution of the United Republic of Tanzania of 1977 guarantees equality before the law and the right to legal recourse for all individuals within its jurisdiction. In practice, however, forcibly displaced and stateless persons often face challenges in accessing these remedies due to factors such as lack of legal documentation, limited awareness of their rights, and potential discrimination. Efforts by organizations like UNHCR aim to improve access to justice for these populations by supporting law enforcement and justice systems in refugee camps.