DICOTA 2011

The Diaspora Council of Tanzanians in America (DICOTA) in collaboration with The Embassy of the United Republic of Tanzania in the United States is organizing the third convention of Tanzanians in the American Diaspora, to be held in Washington, D.C, on September 22-25, 2011 at the Marriott Washington Dulles Airport hotel.

Early Bird Registration fee ends August 31st 2011 - $99 Late Registration fee starts on September 1st 2011 - $190

The theme of the conference this year is “Tanzanians in the Diaspora after 50 years of independence”. Attendees will include individuals with ties to or of Tanzanian descent, international organizations, government and business leaders from Tanzania and United States, nonprofit and NGO’s. The highlight of this conference includes a keynote address by the President of the United Republic of Tanzania, His Excellency Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete.

The President has been invited and we are awaiting his response.

We will celebrate a major landmark – Tanzania turning 50 years since its independence in 1961. We will look back 50 years of the country’s existence and celebrate its achievements and courageously look at where we fell short and seek opportunities for improvement. We will look ahead to the country’s future: with discussions on how to use the power of technology and innovation to address fundamental challenges facing our society.

What will it take to make Tanzania a pioneer not just in the region but also globally?

Tanzania is an emerging market with new and vibrant start-up companies. We will hear from these start-up companies that are increasingly taking the lead in generating jobs and positioning Tanzania to be a dynamic leader in business and economic development. Also among many social activities; we will have inter-States Soccer Tournament, Tanzanians soccer teams from different states will be competing for the UHURU Cup.

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