On 26 June 2026, JamiiAfrica hosted an interactive engagement session with 55 students from the School of Journalism and Mass Communication (SJMC) to address the growing challenges of Online Gender-Based Violence (OGBV) and hate speech in digital spaces.
The session was facilitated by JamiiAfrica’s Information Integrity Officers, Kilian Mwalego and Edward Chaina, alongside Programs Officer Zulfa Maree. It provided a safe platform for students to discuss online harms, share experiences, and explore practical approaches to preventing, reporting, and responding to digital abuse.
The engagement aimed to strengthen students’ understanding of OGBV and hate speech, provide knowledge on Tanzania’s legal and regulatory framework governing online conduct, and promote responsible digital citizenship and safer online communities.
Students actively participated in discussions, sharing experiences and observations of online harassment, hate speech, and gender-based violence across various platforms. They reflected on how digital abuse affects participation and explored ways to respond to harmful content and support affected individuals.
JamiiAfrica also introduced students to relevant laws, reporting mechanisms, institutional mandates, and available channels for addressing cybercrimes, OGBV, and hate speech. The session emphasized the importance of preserving evidence, using JamiiForums reporting tools, and understanding available remedies for online abuse.
The engagement is part of JamiiAfrica’s commitment to promoting gender-safe digital spaces and strengthening information integrity. By equipping journalists and citizens with the knowledge and tools to engage safely online, JamiiAfrica continues to support a resilient digital ecosystem that protects democratic participation and informed public dialogue.
