Creative Centre establishment in Tanga City is the primary goal of a recent strategic mission. TangaYetu, through the Global Opportunity Youth Network (GOYN) Tanga project, conducted a vital learning and partnership-building visit to creative sector stakeholders in Dar es Salaam. The visit focused on gathering critical insights, experience, and data to support the successful implementation of the plan to build a dedicated Creative Centre in Tanga City.
Creative Sector Operational Models and Youth Employment
Creative sector operational models were explored to understand how to build collaborative networks. The team aimed to learn how to enable young people to access employment and entrepreneurship opportunities through arts and creative industries. As part of the visit, the GOYN Tanga team visited Nafasi Art Space, meeting with Ms. Fatma Mkota, a leader in partnerships. These discussions broadened the team’s understanding of how collaboration among institutions, artists, and stakeholders strengthens the sector for youth empowerment.
Film Strategy and Policy Dialogue at Kijiweni Production
Film strategy and policy dialogue were central to discussions at Kijiweni Production in Upanga. Welcomed by renowned screenwriter, film producer, and director Amil Shivji, the GOYN Tanga team presented its film strategy. The session emphasized the importance of initiating and strengthening dialogues that contribute to improvements in policies and regulations supporting creative activities and the film industry, particularly for young people.
Resource Mobilization and Sustainable Arts Management
Resource mobilization and sustainable arts management were key learning points shared by Amil Shivji and his team. They provided detailed insights into their working systems and the process of producing high-quality creative works. Through these discussions, the GOYN Tanga team gained valuable knowledge on the role of grants as a sustainable solution for nurturing and strengthening creative work, essential for the future management of the Tanga centre.
Technical Skills and Administrative Approaches in Creative Arts
Technical skills and administrative approaches were studied during a visit to a henna art and decoration centre run by Helping Hand for Relief and Development in Mbagala. This leg of the visit focused on exchanging experiences and collecting practical knowledge that will support the successful establishment of the Creative Centre. The goal is to strengthen partnerships that enable youth to benefit directly from creative and employment opportunities.
Creative Industries as Economic Pillars for National Development
Creative industries as economic pillars aligns perfectly with the vision of the Sixth Phase Government of Tanzania. This visit provided a realistic roadmap for empowering young people to achieve economic independence through arts and creativity. These efforts support the national goal of unlocking employment, entrepreneurship, and innovation opportunities, strengthening the contribution of young people to sustainable national development.
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