LHRC and Norway signed a core support agreement
Today 8th September 2025, The Royal Norwegian Embassy in Dar es Salaam and the Legal and Human Rights Centre (LHRC) have officially signed a new three-year core partnership agreement valued at NOK 19 million (approximately USD 2 million). The support will contribute to the implementation of the first three operational plans under LHRC’s new strategic plan (2025–2030).
This agreement marks the continuation of a long-standing relationship between the two institutions. Since 2013, Norway has provided over NOK 61 million (around 6,2 million USD) in support of LHRC’s work, which has included strategic litigation, legal aid, criminal justice reform, electoral law reforms, and strengthening citizen voices in accountability processes at national and international levels.
Speaking at the signing ceremony, Norway’s Ambassador to Tanzania, Tone Tinnes, highlighted the significance of this renewed partnership. She stated: “This agreement reflects Norway's long-standing commitment to human rights in Tanzania. By supporting LHRC, we are contributing to a society where political rights, reconciliation, women's empowerment, and freedom of expression form the foundation of social and economic development.” She further emphasized: “Political rights and reconciliation are central to building trust and stability. A vibrant democracy relies on free expression and independent voices, and Norway is proud to support LHRC's work to protect these values.”
On behalf of LHRC, Acting Executive Director Advocate Fulgence Massawe underscored the importance of this collaboration and the impact it has had over the years. He said: “Today marks a significant milestone in our journey of promoting human rights, justice, and democratic governance in Tanzania. The agreement we are signing today for the period 2025-2027 is a continuation of a longstanding and fruitful collaboration.”
The event ceremony took place at LHRC headquarters in Kijitonyama, Dar es Salaam, and was attended by LHRC staff, representatives of the Royal Norwegian Embassy, and Journalists.
