More than 100 manju musicians (DJ's) have attended the formalisation and taxpayer education training organised by the National Arts Council (BASATA) in collaboration with the Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA), held on January 20, 2026 at the Hekima Garden, Mikocheni grounds in Dar es Salaam.

The training is part of BASATA's ongoing campaign to formalise arts activities in the country, aiming to reach out to DJ's in all districts and regions to perform their work on a legal basis, expand opportunities and protect the value of their work.

Speaking at the training, BASATA's Senior Arts Officer, Mr. Abel Ndaga, said the formalisation will help end the harassment of DJ's resulting from the absence of formal contracts. He explained that BASATA has prepared a labour contract to be used by registered DJ's to ensure a valid agreement when they get a job.

He added that formalisation opens up various opportunities including loans through the Culture Fund, which is available to formalised stakeholders. Some popular DJ's like Ali B have already benefited from the fund. Also, BASATA provides free legal assistance through its legal unit with expert lawyers.

On registration, Ndaga said DJ's can easily register wherever they are through the sanaa.go.tz website, requiring a TIN number and NIDA ID.

For their part, the DJ's have thanked the Government for their efforts to recognise them and create a better environment for them to develop the innovative sector. DJ Smah has asked the Government to consider reducing tax costs on imports of imported work equipment to help cope with technological changes and increase competitiveness and innovation in the sector.

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