The Tanganyika Law Society (Chapter and Chapter Zone) Regulation, 2020
This section is titled “Interpretation” and sits within Part II on the establishment of chapters and chapter zones.
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This section is titled “Interpretation” and sits within Part II on the establishment of chapters and chapter zones. This section is about qualifications for chapter formation. This section identifies the chapter’s objects and functions and refers to the establishment of the chapter zone. This section is titled “Establishment of Chapter Zone” and introduces Chapter and Chapter Zone governance. This section establishes the Chapter Executive Committee.
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Interpretation
AI-assisted research summary: This section is titled “Interpretation” and sits within Part II on the establishment of chapters and chapter zones.
2. Interpretation. PART II ESTABLISHMENT OF THE CHAPTERS AND CHAPTER ZONES A. Establishment of Chapters
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PART II
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Qualifications for Chapter formation
AI-assisted research summary: This section is about qualifications for chapter formation.
3. Qualifications for Chapter formation. - 5 Verify source ↗
Objects and functions of Chapter
AI-assisted research summary: This section identifies the chapter’s objects and functions and refers to the establishment of the chapter zone.
5. Objects and functions of Chapter. B. Establishment of Chapter Zone - 6 Verify source ↗
Establishment of Chapter Zone
AI-assisted research summary: This section is titled “Establishment of Chapter Zone” and introduces Chapter and Chapter Zone governance.
6. Establishment of Chapter Zone. 1 Tanganyika Law Society (Chapter and Chapter Zone) GN. No. 524 (Contd.) PART III CHAPTER AND CHAPTER ZONE GOVERNANCE A. Chapter Governance - 3 Verify source ↗
(1) There shall be established Chapters of the
AI-assisted research summary: This section sets out when a region or district in Mainland Tanzania can become a Chapter and how recognition is processed.
3.-(1) There shall be established Chapters of the Society clustered in seven Chapter zones. (2) Any region or district of Mainland Tanzania qualifies to be a Chapter if it has- (a) thirty five or more advocates having place of business in the said region or district; and (b) a High Court Registry in the region. (3) The Council may establish a Chapter in any region or district of Mainland Tanzania whenever it deems fit and necessary in accordance with the number of members, needs, strategic position and availability of resources. (4) In order to be recognised as a Chapter- (a) members of the region or district shall communicate to the Executive Director their request to be recognised as a Chapter; (b) the communication shall list the names, address and signatures of the advocates in the said 5 Tanganyika Law Society (Chapter and Chapter Zone) GN. No. 524 (Contd.) region or district; (c) the Executive Director shall present the request to the Council of the Society; (d) if the request is approved, the Executive Director shall communicate such approval to the Chapter on behalf of the Council; (e) the Council shall notify the members on the establishment of the Chapter; and (f) elections of respective Chapter office bearers shall be carried out and regulated by the Tanganyika (Elections) Regulations as any other existing Chapter. Society Law Member Chapter of - 4 Verify source ↗
A member of the Chapter shall be a member of
AI-assisted research summary: A Chapter member must be a Society member with a place of business in that Chapter. If the member has branch offices in more than one Chapter, registration must be in the Chapter where the headquarter office is located.
4. A member of the Chapter shall be a member of the Society who has a place of business in the respective Chapter: Provided that, a member who has branch offices in more than one Chapter shall be registered in the Chapter where there is his or her headquarter office. Objects and functions of Chapters - 5 Verify source ↗
(1) The objects of the Chapters shall be to serve
AI-assisted research summary: Chapters must act as branches of the Society, work through the Council and Zonal Executive Committee, and submit quarterly reports.
5.-(1) The objects of the Chapters shall be to serve as branches of the Society and in so doing the Chapters shall, in written consultation with the Council through Zonal Executive Committee: (a) address issues of legal practice and welfare of members in the Chapter; (b) implement the objects of the Society at Chapter level as may be determined or directed by the Council; and (c) inform the Council, through the relevant Zonal Executive Committee, of any matter that affects members the in Council’s consideration. the Chapter and needs (2) The functions of the Chapter shall be to assist the Council to: (a) coordinate members of the Society at Chapter level; (b) convene and conduct meetings of members at Chapter level; (c) implement activities of the Society at Chapter 6 Tanganyika Law Society (Chapter and Chapter Zone) GN. No. 524 (Contd.) level as may be determined from time to time; (d) link the Society with other stakeholders at Chapter level; (e) promote the administration of justice at Chapter level; (f) protect the members of the public in matters relating to practice of law; (g) facilitate the acquisition of continuing legal education and knowledge by members of the Chapter in accordance with the Continuing Legal Education Regulations; (h) uphold the standards of professional practice and ethical conduct; (i) represent, protect and assist members of the Society in matters relating to conditions of practice and welfare; (j) raise and manage funds to run the affairs of the Act and in accordance with Chapter guidelines made by the Society; and (k) perform any other function as may be directed. (3) The Chapters shall submit to the Council through Zonal Executive Committee narrative, financial and any other reports as may be required on a quarterly basis. B. Establishment of Chapter Zones Establishment of Zones Chapter
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CHAPTER AND CHAPTER ZONE GOVERNANCE
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Establishment of Chapter Executive Committee
AI-assisted research summary: This section establishes the Chapter Executive Committee.
7. Establishment of Chapter Executive Committee. - 8 Verify source ↗
Functions of the Chapter Executive Committee
AI-assisted research summary: This section is titled “Functions of the Chapter Executive Committee.”
8. Functions of the Chapter Executive Committee. - 12 Verify source ↗
Chapter Secretariat
AI-assisted research summary: This section is titled “Chapter Secretariat” under “Chapter Zone Governance.”
12. Chapter Secretariat. B. Chapter Zone Governance - 13 Verify source ↗
Establishment of Zonal Executive Committee
AI-assisted research summary: This section is titled “Establishment of Zonal Executive Committee.”
13. Establishment of Zonal Executive Committee. - 14 Verify source ↗
Functions of Zonal Executive Committee
AI-assisted research summary: This section is titled “Functions of Zonal Executive Committee.”
14. Functions of Zonal Executive Committee. - 16 Verify source ↗
Chapter Zone Secretariat
AI-assisted research summary: This provision is a section heading for the Chapter Zone Secretariat under Part IV on annual meetings and other meetings.
16. Chapter Zone Secretariat. PART IV CHAPTER AND CHAPTER ZONE ANNUAL MEETINGS AND OTHER MEETINGS - 7 Verify source ↗
(1) There shall be established a Committee
AI-assisted research summary: This provision establishes the Chapter Executive Committee, sets its membership, and says its members are elected for two years with one possible re-election.
7.-(1) There shall be established a Committee known as the Chapter Executive Committee which shall consist of - (a) the Chapter Convener who shall be the Chairperson; (b) the Vice Chapter Convener; (c) the Chapter Treasurer; (d) the Chairperson of the Chapter Ethics Committee; (e) the Chairperson of the Chapter Pro bono Committee; (f) the Chairperson of the Chapter Continuing Legal Education Committee; and (g) one member appointed from amongst members of the Chapter. (2) The procedure for nomination and elections of 8 Tanganyika Law Society (Chapter and Chapter Zone) GN. No. 524 (Contd.) the members of the Chapter Executive Committee shall be regulated by the Tanganyika Law Society (Elections) Regulations. (3) Members of the Executive Committee shall be elected for a term of two years and shall be eligible for re- election for one further term. Functions of Chapter Executive Committee - 8 Verify source ↗
The Chapter Executive Committee shall perform
AI-assisted research summary: The Chapter Executive Committee must carry out a set of Chapter management and reporting functions.
8.The Chapter Executive Committee shall perform the following functions: (a) ensuring that the roles and functions of the Chapter are properly carried out; (b) ensuring that directives from the Council are carried out; (c) participating in implementation of Business Plan and Strategic Plan; to development and the Society’s Annual (d) preparing and submitting the Council Chapter budget for approval and any other financial information as may be required; (e) establishing Chapter standing committees as may be considered appropriate; (f) mobilising resources of consultation with accordance the regulations and policy; to in the Chapter and in financial the Council Society’s (g) submitting activities and financial reports to the Zonal Executive Committee on quarterly basis and annually; and (h) conducting Chapter Annual Meetings and presenting the annual narrative and financial reports to members of the Chapter. Chapter Convener
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CHAPTER AND CHAPTER ZONE ANNUAL MEETINGS AND
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Chapter and Chapter Zone Annual Meeting
AI-assisted research summary: This section is titled “Chapter and Chapter Zone Annual Meeting.”
17. Chapter and Chapter Zone Annual Meeting. - 18 Verify source ↗
Chapter Executive Committee Meetings
AI-assisted research summary: This section is titled “Chapter Executive Committee Meetings.”
18. Chapter Executive Committee Meetings. - 20 Verify source ↗
Chapter Committee Meetings
AI-assisted research summary: This section is titled “Chapter Committee Meetings” and appears under Part V, General Provisions.
20. Chapter Committee Meetings. PART V GENERAL PROVISIONS
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PART V
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Code of Conducts for Chapter and Chapter Zones
AI-assisted research summary: This section is titled “Code of Conducts for Chapter and Chapter Zones.”
21. Code of Conducts for Chapter and Chapter Zones. - 22 Verify source ↗
Relationship between Chapter, Chapter Zone and Society
AI-assisted research summary: This section is about the relationship between the Chapter, Chapter Zone, and Society Headquarter.
22. Relationship between Chapter, Chapter Zone and Society Headquarter. - 23 Verify source ↗
Repeal of GN NO. 13 of 2017
AI-assisted research summary: This section repeals GN No. 13 of 2017.
23. Repeal of GN NO. 13 of 2017. ______ SCHEDULE _______ 2 Tanganyika Law Society (Chapter and Chapter Zone) GN. No. 524 (Contd.) THE TANGANYIKA LAW SOCIETY ACT, (CAP. 307) _______ REGULATIONS ________ (Made under section 31) _________ TANGANYIKA LAW SOCIETY (CHAPTER AND CHAPTER ZONE) REGULATIONS, 2020 Citation Interpretation Cap. 307 Cap 341 PART I PRELIMINARY PROVISIONS the - 21 Verify source ↗
(1) Chapters and Chapter Zones shall adhere to
AI-assisted research summary: Chapters and Chapter Zones must follow the Code of Conduct in the Schedule.
21.-(1) Chapters and Chapter Zones shall adhere to the Code of Conduct stipulated in the Schedule to these Regulations. the (2) The Code of Conduct shall detail commitment to the principles of fairness, honesty, and the supervision, execution, governance, integrity management and operations of Chapters and Chapter Zones. in (3) The Code of Conduct shall aim at promoting confidence and credibility among Society members, staff and the public. (4) The Council may, from time to time, amend the Code of Conduct stipulated in the Schedule. Relationship between - 22 Verify source ↗
The relationship and operations between the
AI-assisted research summary: The Society Headquarters, Chapters, and Chapter Zone offices must base their relationship and operations on listed commitments such as good governance, collaboration, innovation, resource sharing, and sharing best practices.
22. The relationship and operations between the Society Headquarters, Chapter and Chapter Zone offices 14 Tanganyika Law Society (Chapter and Chapter Zone) GN. No. 524 (Contd.) Chapter, Chapter Zone and Society Headquarter shall be based on the following commitments: principles (a) adherence the to of good governance; (b) enhancing collaboration between Chapters, Chapter Zones and the Society headquarters; (c) encouraging continued innovation of new ways that are cost effective but efficient in delivery of services in the Chapters; (d) jointly contributing resources for the operation of the Chapters and Chapter Zones and determining the best strategic use of the existing resources; (e) joint resource mobilisation and management to improvement of ensure sustainability and Chapter services; (f) consultatively developing sound guidelines for the management of the Chapters; and (g) facilitating the sharing of best practices and lessons learnt amongst Chapters and Chapter Zones. Revocation of GN No. 13 of 2017
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PART I
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These Regulations may be cited as
AI-assisted research summary: These Regulations may be cited as the Tanganyika Law Society (Chapter and Chapter Zone) Regulations, 2020, and are deemed to have come into operation on 1 March 2020.
1. These Regulations may be cited as Tanganyika Law Society (Chapter and Chapter Zone) Regulations, 2020 and shall be deemed to have come into operation on 1st day of March, 2020. the context these Regulations, unless - 2
AI-assisted research summary: This section defines terms used in the regulations, including “Act,” “Society,” and “member.”
2. In otherwise requires - “Act” means the Tanganyika Law Society Act; “advocate” shall have the meaning as defined under the Advocates Act; “Annual General Meeting” or “AGM” means the Annual General Meeting of the Society as provided for under the Act; “Annual Meeting” means the Annual Meeting of members of the Chapter Zone or the Annual Meeting of members of the Chapter as the case may be; “Audit Committee” means the Audit Committee of the Society; “Chapter” means a Chapter established by the Society as per the Act; “Chapter Zone” means a Chapter Zone as established by the Society as per the Act; “Chapter Convener” means the head of a Chapter of the Society; “Chapter Executive Committee” means the Committee 3 Tanganyika Law Society (Chapter and Chapter Zone) GN. No. 524 (Contd.) governing affairs of a Chapter; “Council” means the Council of the Society as provided for under the Act; “Committees” means committees of the Chapter established by the Chapter Executive Committee; “Executive Director” means an employee of the Society who is the head of the Secretariat; “General Meeting of the Society” means the meeting of all members of the Society as provided for under the Act; “Honorary member” means any member elected as such by the Council under the Act; “meeting” includes the ordinary meeting of the Chapter members, meeting of the Chapter Executive Committee, meeting of the Chapter committees, ordinary meeting of members of Chapter Zone and meeting of the Zonal Executive Committee; “member” means a member of the Society in good standing; “member in good standing” means a member who has renewed membership by complying with requisite conditions for renewal of membership of a particular year and who has not been suspended on any disciplinary matter; “member of Council” means a member of the Council as provided by the Act; “non practising member” means a member other than an honorary member who has applied for and has been granted membership of the Society; “Office bearer” includes members of the Council; members of the Chapter Executive Committee, elected and appointed Chapter leaders and Chapters AGM representatives; members of the AYL Executive Committee; Zonal leader, members of Zonal Executive Committee and Chapter Zones AGM representatives; elected and appointed Committees members; National Ethics Chairperson, Trustees of the DATF and Wakili Trust and the Society representatives in various bodies; 4 Tanganyika Law Society (Chapter and Chapter Zone) GN. No. 524 (Contd.) “practising member” means an advocate who has a practising certificate as stipulated under the Act; “President” means the President of the Society; “Society” means the Tanganyika Law Society established under the Act; “years of practice” means the period during which an advocate is in practice as private or public practitioners or judicial officer from the date of admission on the Roll of Advocates; “young lawyer” means a member of the Society as provided for under the Tanganyika Law Society (Association of the Young Lawyers) Regulations; “Zonal Executive Committee” means the Committee governing affairs of a Chapter Zone; and “Zonal leader” means the head of the Chapter Zone who is a Council member of the Society. PART II ESTABLISHMENT OF CHAPTERS AND CHAPTER ZONES A. Establishment of Chapters Qualifications for chapter formation
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Chapter in accordance with the Continuing
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(1) There shall be established seven Chapter
AI-assisted research summary: The provision establishes seven Chapter Zones, lets the Council distribute Chapters among them, and requires Chapter Zones to submit quarterly reports through their Zonal leader.
6.-(1) There shall be established seven Chapter Zones based on the proportionality of the size of the Chapter Zone and the number of members registered in Chapters within the Chapter Zone. (2) A member of the Chapter Zone is a member who has a place of business in any Chapter within the respective Chapter Zone. (3) The seven Chapter Zones referred to under subregulation (1) shall be- (a) Mzizima Zone; (b) Bagamoyo Zone; (c) Northern Zone; (d) Central Zone; 7 Tanganyika Law Society (Chapter and Chapter Zone) GN. No. 524 (Contd.) (e) Western Zone; (f) Lake Zone; and (g) Southern Zone (4) The Council may distribute Chapters in the respective Chapter Zones as they will be established from time to time. (5) The roles of Chapter Zones shall be- (a) ensuring proper governance and management of affairs of the Chapters within the respective Chapter Zone; (b) enhancing coordination of Chapters within the respective Chapter Zone; and (c) enhancing equitable representation of Chapter Zone members in all of its decision-making organs. (6) The Chapter Zones shall submit to the Council through their Zonal leader narrative, financial and any other report as may be required on a quarterly basis. PART III CHAPTER AND CHAPTER ZONE GOVERNANCE A. Chapter Governance Establishment of Chapter Executive Committee
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Chapter budget for approval and any other
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(1) The Chapter Convener shall be the head of
AI-assisted research summary: The Chapter Convener is the head of the Chapter and must carry out reporting, oversight, and signatory duties.
9.-(1) The Chapter Convener shall be the head of the Chapter. (2) The Chapter Convener shall be elected for a term of two years and shall be eligible for re-election for one further term. (3) The Chapter Convener shall submit a written report on the activities of the Chapter both narrative and financial to the Annual Meeting of the Chapter and the 9 Tanganyika Law Society (Chapter and Chapter Zone) GN. No. 524 (Contd.) said report shall be submitted to the Zonal Executive Committee for preparation of the Chapter Zone Annual report. (4) The Chapter Convener shall- (a) be responsible for the Chapter committees’ activities and work progress status; (b) advise the Council on strategic planning and governance matters; and (c) be one of the signatories of the Chapter’s bank account. - 10 Verify source ↗
The Chapter Treasurer shall be
AI-assisted research summary: The Chapter Treasurer must manage the Society’s financial affairs in the Chapter and be one of the signatories on the Chapter’s bank account.
10.The Chapter Treasurer shall be- (a) responsible for the Society’s financial affairs in the Chapter; and (b) one of the signatories of the Chapter’s bank account. - 11 Verify source ↗
(1) The Chapter Executive Committee shall
AI-assisted research summary: The Chapter Executive Committee must set up specified committees, may create other committees if needed, each committee must have five members including the chairperson, and committee members have a two-year term with eligibility for one further re-election.
11.-(1) The Chapter Executive Committee shall establish, among others, the following Committees: (a) Ethics Committee; (b) Continuing Legal Education Committee; (c) Pro bono Committee; and (d) Members Welfare Committee. (2) Notwithstanding the of subregulation (1), the Chapter Executive Committee may establish any other Committee as it deems necessary. provisions (3) Each Committee shall consist of five members including the respective Chairperson. (4) The tenure of the Committees’ members shall be two years and members shall be eligible for re-election for one further term. - 12 Verify source ↗
(1) The Council shall, in consultation with the
AI-assisted research summary: The Council must consult the Chapter Executive Committee before establishing a Chapter Secretariat, and the Secretariat must be led by a Chapter Officer in Charge.
12.-(1) The Council shall, in consultation with the respective Chapter Executive Committee, establish a Chapter Secretariat whenever it deems fit and necessary in accordance with the number of members, needs, strategic position and availability of resources. (2) In circumstances where a Secretariat is established, the Secretariat shall be headed by a Chapter Officer in Charge who shall be an employee of the 10 Chapter Treasurer Chapter Committees Chapter Secretariat Tanganyika Law Society (Chapter and Chapter Zone) GN. No. 524 (Contd.) Society. (3) The Chapter Officer in Charge shall administer the general affairs of the Chapter in accordance with the Act and policies or guidelines of the Society, advise and assist the Chapter Executive Committee and all Committees. (4) The Chapter Officer in charge shall be the the Chapter Annual Meeting, Chapter Secretary of Executive Committee and all Committees of the Chapter. (5) The Society may employ other staff to assist the Chapter Officer in Charge in the discharge of his or her duties. B. Chapter Zone Governance Establishment of Zonal Executive Committee
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Chapter Officer in Charge in the discharge of his or her
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(1) There shall be established a Committee
AI-assisted research summary: This section establishes the Zonal Executive Committee and sets who sits on it, how long members serve, and that nominations and elections are governed by the Tanganyika Law Society (Elections) Regulations.
13.-(1) There shall be established a Committee known as the Zonal Executive Committee which shall consist of- (a) the Zonal leader, who shall be the Chairperson; (b) the Chapter conveners of a respective Chapter Zone; (c) one senior representative of the Chapter Zone; (d) one young lawyer representative of the Chapter Zone who shall be a member of the Association of Young Lawyers Executive Committee; representative of (e) one lawyer the female Chapter Zone; and (f) one member with disability representative of the Chapter Zone. (2) Subject to the provisions of the Act, the term of office of members of the Zonal Executive Committee, save for the Zonal leader, shall be two years and the members may be eligible for re-election for one further term. (4) The procedure for nomination and elections of members of the Zonal Executive Committee shall be regulated by the Tanganyika Law Society (Elections) Regulations.
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Chapter Zone; and
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The Zonal Executive Committee shall perform
AI-assisted research summary: The Zonal Executive Committee must carry out the listed Chapter Zone functions.
14. The Zonal Executive Committee shall perform the following functions: 11 Functions of Zonal Executive Tanganyika Law Society (Chapter and Chapter Zone) GN. No. 524 (Contd.) Committee (a) ensuring that the roles and functions of Chapters within the Chapter Zone are properly carried out; (b) overseeing implementation of the Society’s Business Plan and Strategic Plan in their respective Chapter Zone; (c) ensuring that directives from the Council are carried out in their respective Chapter Zone; (d) preparing Chapter Zone quarterly and annual reports to be duly submitted to the Council; (e) conducting Chapter Zone Annual Meeting; and (f) presenting Chapter Zone annual narrative and financial reports to the Zonal Annual Meeting. Zonal leader - 15 Verify source ↗
(1) The Zonal leader shall be the head of the
AI-assisted research summary: The Zonal Leader heads the Chapter Zone, sits on the Society Council, serves a one-year term, may be re-elected once, and must report and advise on Zone activities and governance.
15.-(1) The Zonal leader shall be the head of the respective Chapter Zone and a Council member of the Society. (2) The term of office of the Zonal Leader shall be one year and such leader may be eligible for re-election for one further term. (3) The Zonal Leader shall- (a) submit a written annual financial and narrative report of the activities of the Chapter Zone to the Zonal Annual Meeting and the said reports shall be submitted for preparation of the Society Annual report; the Council (b) be responsible for the activities and progress of the work of the Zonal Executive Committee; and (c) advise the Council on strategic planning and to Chapter Zone Secretariat governance matters.
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Chapter Zone
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(1) The Council may establish a Chapter Zone
AI-assisted research summary: The Council may establish a Chapter Zone Secretariat. The Zonal Officer in charge must be a Society employee and must manage the Zone’s general affairs, assist the Zonal Executive Committee, and act as secretary to the meeting and committee.
16.-(1) The Council may establish a Chapter Zone Secretariat at a selected Chapter within the respective Chapter Zone for coordination of all Chapters within the respective Chapter Zone. (2) The Chapter Zone Secretariat shall be headed by Zonal Officer in charge who shall be an employee of the Society. (3) The Zonal Officer in charge shall administer 12 Tanganyika Law Society (Chapter and Chapter Zone) GN. No. 524 (Contd.) the general affairs of the Zone in accordance with the Act and policies or guidelines of the Society, advise and assist the Zonal Executive Committee. (4) The Zonal Officer shall be the Secretary to the the Zonal Executive Zonal Annual Meeting and Committee. PART IV CHAPTER AND CHAPTER ZONE ANNUAL MEETING AND OTHER MEETINGS Chapter and Chapter Zone Annual Meetings - 17 Verify source ↗
Chapter Annual Meeting and the Chapter Zone
AI-assisted research summary: Annual meetings must be conducted under the Tanganyika Law Society (Meetings) Regulations.
17. Chapter Annual Meeting and the Chapter Zone Annual Meeting shall be conducted in accordance with the Tanganyika Law Society (Meetings) Regulations. Chapter Executive Committee meetings Zonal Executive Committee meetings - 18 Verify source ↗
(1) The Chapter Executive Committee shall
AI-assisted research summary: The Chapter Executive Committee must meet four times a year when called by the Chairperson, draft meeting procedures and quorum rules, and ensure Zonal Executive Committee minutes are sent to the Zonal Executive Committee and the Executive Director.
18.-(1) The Chapter Executive Committee shall- (a) meet, at a call of the Chairperson, four times annually provided that such meetings shall be held within the Zonal Executive Committee calendar; (b) draft procedures its meetings including quorum necessary for transition of its business; and that will regulate (c) ensure that all minutes of the Zonal Executive Committee are forwarded to the Zonal Executive Committee and the Executive Director. (2) Notwithstanding subregulation (1)(a), any member of the Chapter Executive Committee may, at any time, request the Chairperson to cause a meeting to be called. - 19 Verify source ↗
(1) The Zonal Executive Committee shall
AI-assisted research summary: The Zonal Executive Committee must meet four times a year when called by the Chairperson, draft its meeting procedures, and make sure its minutes are sent to the Council and Executive Director.
19.-(1) The Zonal Executive Committee shall- (a) meet, at a call of the Chairperson, four times annually provided that such meetings shall be held within the Council calendar; (b) draft procedures its meetings including quorum necessary for transition of its business; and that will regulate 13 Tanganyika Law Society (Chapter and Chapter Zone) GN. No. 524 (Contd.) Chapter Committee meetings Code of conduct for Chapter and Chapter Zones (c) ensure that all minutes of the Zonal Executive Committee are forwarded to the Council and the Executive Director. (2) Notwithstanding subregulation (1)(a), any member of the Zonal Executive Committee may, at any time, request the Chairperson to cause a meeting to be called.
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Chapter Zones
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(1) The Chapter Committee shall
AI-assisted research summary: The Chapter Committee must meet when called by the Chairperson, hold no more than four ordinary meetings a year, draft meeting procedures including quorum rules, and send all minutes to the Society Committee.
20.-(1) The Chapter Committee shall- (a) meet, at a call of the Chairperson, a maximum of four ordinary meetings annually; (b) draft procedures that will regulate its meetings including quorum necessary for transition of its business; and (c) ensure that all minutes of the Chapter Committee are forwarded to the respective Society Committee. (2) Notwithstanding subregulation (1)(a), any member of the Chapter Committee may, at any time, request the Chairperson to cause a meeting to be called. PART V GENERAL PROVISIONS
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Chapter services;
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The Tanganyika Law Society
AI-assisted research summary: This section revokes the 2017 Tanganyika Law Society (Chapter) Regulations and says the Code of Conduct applies to Society officers in Chapter and Chapter Zone activities, unless it conflicts with other Society rules.
23. The Tanganyika Law Society (Chapter) Regulations of 2017 are hereby revoked. 15 Tanganyika Law Society (Chapter and Chapter Zone) GN. No. 524 (Contd.) ________ SCHEDULE ________ (Made under regulation 21) __________ CODE OF CONDUCT FOR CHAPTERS AND CHAPTER ZONES Purpose: The Tanganyika Law Society is committed to the principles of fairness, honesty and integrity. This Code of Conduct (the “Code”) applies specifically to programs and activities discharged at Chapter and Chapter Zone level and supplements the governing policies and Regulations of the Society. The aim of this Code is to promote confidence and credibility in the Society among Chapter and Chapter Zone members, SOCIETY staff, volunteers, partners and the general public. The Code is also intended to ensure that the key players identified in these Regulations are all treated as valuable and integral part of Society governance, management and operations within the Chapters. Scope: The Code applies to all officers of the Society in any capacity, whether staff, volunteers or elected official, to the extent that it does not conflict with any other Society policies and regulations. General Principles:
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Chapter and Chapter Zone members, SOCIETY staff, volunteers, partners and the
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To act with integrity, honesty, transparency, and in good faith in the Society
AI-assisted research summary: Act with integrity, honesty, transparency, and in good faith in the Society’s best interests.
1. To act with integrity, honesty, transparency, and in good faith in the Society best interests; - 2 Verify source ↗
To comply with Society policies and bylaws
AI-assisted research summary: It requires compliance with Society policies and bylaws.
2. To comply with Society policies and bylaws; - 3 Verify source ↗
To seek consensus through open and candid discussion and debate, with
AI-assisted research summary: Seek consensus through open and candid discussion and debate, while giving proper consideration and respect to legitimate dissent.
3. To seek consensus through open and candid discussion and debate, with appropriate consideration and respect for legitimate dissent; - 4 Verify source ↗
To participate in the Society programs and activities constructively, in
AI-assisted research summary: Participation in the Society’s programs and activities must be constructive and cooperative with Society leadership, staff, members, stakeholders, and partners.
4. To participate in the Society programs and activities constructively, in cooperation with Society leadership, staff, members, stakeholders, and partners; - 5 Verify source ↗
To respect the fundamental premise that volunteers in the Secretariat and
AI-assisted research summary: This section states that volunteers in the Secretariat and members working through Committees give their time and expertise for the benefit of Society and the public.
5. To respect the fundamental premise that volunteers in the Secretariat and members through Committee works give generously their time and expertise for the benefit of Society and the public; - 6 Verify source ↗
To refrain from making inappropriate, undue, and unwarranted demands on the
AI-assisted research summary: Do not make inappropriate, undue, or unwarranted demands on the Society’s resources.
6. To refrain from making inappropriate, undue, and unwarranted demands on the Society resources including time of staff and members, financial and information and infrastructures. and physical technology resources, facilities - 7 Verify source ↗
To promote new talent, gender equity and equality, professionalism, diversity
AI-assisted research summary: This section states that it promotes new talent, gender equity and equality, professionalism, diversity, and professional solidarity in support of Society Core values.
7. To promote new talent, gender equity and equality, professionalism, diversity and professional solidarity in support of Society Core values; - 8 Verify source ↗
To treat Society staff, members and guests with courtesy, respect and dignity
AI-assisted research summary: The Society must enable confidential reporting of misconduct allegations to the Executive Director, and the Executive Director or President must handle the complaint depending on whether it concerns staff or Chapter leadership.
8. To treat Society staff, members and guests with courtesy, respect and dignity. Conflicts: The Society will enable Chapter and Chapter Zone leadership, volunteers, staff and members to confidentially bring to the attention of the Executive Director any allegations and evidence of misconduct on the part of any Society staff or leadership. 16 Tanganyika Law Society (Chapter and Chapter Zone) GN. No. 524 (Contd.) Allegations concerning staff will be referred and dealt with by the Executive Director. Allegations concerning Chapter leadership will be dealt with by the President. The President or the Executive Director, as the case may be, shall attempt to resolve disputes quickly and informally to the satisfaction of both parties and in a manner consistent with the principles enshrined in this Code. Any investigation and resolution of conflict shall observe the following: - 2 Verify source ↗
Observance of the general principles of this Code
AI-assisted research summary: This section is titled “Observance of the general principles of this Code.”
2. Observance of the general principles of this Code; - 4 Verify source ↗
Recognition of the serious implications for reputation due to unsubstantiated
AI-assisted research summary: This section refers to the serious reputational implications of unsubstantiated complaints.
4. Recognition of the serious implications for reputation due to unsubstantiated complaints; and - 5 Verify source ↗
Proportionality with respect to the alleged misconduct; harm done to the
AI-assisted research summary: The provision says certain Society-related information must be kept confidential, and access to private member or staff information is restricted.
5. Proportionality with respect to the alleged misconduct; harm done to the workplace, Society work and to the individuals involved; and the risk of future adverse outcomes if the misconduct is not addressed. Confidentiality of Information: In the course of day to day business, Chapter and Chapter Zone office bearers, volunteers and staff may receive sensitive information relating to, among other things, Society Plans, practices, programs, methodology, pricing, finances, customers, members database and volunteer and staff private information. This information must be kept confidential. No one shall seek access to private information of Society members without due compliance with the Society Privacy Policy. No one shall seek access to private information of staff without clear and relevant purpose pertaining to Society business. All such request shall first be directed to the Executive Director. Display of this Code: This Code shall be displayed near the entrance of all Society Offices. Dar es Salaam, 1st July, 2020 RUGEMELEZA A. K. NSHALA President of the Tanganyika Law Society 17
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The Tanganyika Law Society (Chapter and Chapter Zone) Regulation, 2020
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