The High Court in Dar es Salaam has struck out an application in which Transworld Aviation, a ground handler at the Abeid Aman Karume International Airport was seeking permission to sue the Tanzania Civil Aviation Authority (TCAA).
The decision was handed down by Judge Leila Mgonya after agreeing with the objections of the Government, that the applicant should have first used alternative means before going to court.
The company filed an application in the court requesting for permission to open a judicial review against TCAA’s decision to approve the agreement between the Zanzibar Airports Authority (ZAA) and Dnata Zanzibar Aviation Services Company Limited.
On September 14, 2022, ZAA issued a notice that required all international airlines that intend to use Terminal Three to register with Dnata Zanzibar, a new ground handler.
On September 6, 2022 TCAA issued a statement recognizing the agreement between ZAA and Dnata in the process approving a concession something that Transworld did not agree with claiming that the agreement between ZAA and Dnata was contrary to the laws.
It is on that note that Transworld opened a petition at the High Court, Dar es Salaam, requesting consent to open a review proceeding against TCAA and the Attorney General (AG).
In the , it petition Transworld was seeking the court to review and reverse the decision of TCAA to recognize the agreement between ZAA and Dnata, claiming that it goes against the license granted by TCAA, which allows it to provide services at the airport without segregating terminals.
Before hearing the application, the Government raised the objection which the court in its decision read by Deputy Registrar Benezita Maziku has agreed with.
“This court, after listening to the arguments of all parties, is satisfied that the arguments raised, that the petitioner should first use alternative means to find the relief he is requesting before coming to court. Therefore, this court rejects this application with costs,” said Maziku.
However, the company’s lawyer, Peter Madeleka, has said that he does not agree with the decision saying that it violates the law.
He explained that in filing applications for consent to open a judicial review process, the law does not compel first to use an alternative method and consent can be given without even hearing the opposing side.
“This decision should not be left as it is because it has a huge impact. What was ordered is not in the law. So we will appeal to the Court of Appeal,” said Madeleka.
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Tanzania: Exim to Raise Fund for Mental Health Facilities Upgrades
EXIM Bank to raise 300m/- over the next three years for financing essential services and infrastructure upgrades in mental health facilities.
The bank’s Head of Marketing and Communications Stanley Kafu unveiled this when introducing Exim Bima Festival 2024 as a platform for bringing together individuals, organisations and various sectors for raising the funds.
“Exim’s initiative aligns with the government’s broader goals to ensure that every citizen has access to quality healthcare, including mental health services,” he said.
The initiative, which is one of the events for celebrating the bank’s 27th anniversary is scheduled for Wednesday this week in Dar es Salaam.
Mr Kafu highlights that this year’s festival is not only about raising awareness of the importance of insurance in the society but also focuses on enhancing access to mental health services and improving the overall well-being of the nation.
Statistics from the Ministry of Health shows a staggering 82 per cent increase in mental health cases over the past decade.
Mental cases have risen from 386,358 in 2012 to 2,102,726 in 2021, making the need for mental health services more urgent than ever.
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Unfortunately, the country’s ability to address this growing challenge is hindered by a shortage of mental health professionals, infrastructure, medical equipment and essential medication.
For example, out of the 28 regions in the country, only five have facilities that provide adequate mental health services.
The most affected group is the youth aged 15 to 39, who represent the nation’s workforce, underscoring the need for intensified efforts to safeguard this generation for Tanzania’s future well-being and development.
Mr Kafu said by improving mental health services, Exim aims to contribute to the creation of a network of communities that can access care quickly and affordably.
Exim Insurance Department Manager Tike Mwakyoma said they are appreciating the support from partners in the insurance industry, who have stood by them since the last festival.
“Let’s continue this unity for the development of all Tanzanians and our nation as a whole,” the manager said.
Source: allafrica.com
