The Mandate and Functions of NAC

According to Act 23 of 1984, under which NAC was established, the functions of the Council include:

• To revive and promote the development and production of artistic works including the production and use of indigenous and traditional musical instruments, songs, poetry, and traditional dancing with a view of reviving and promoting Tanzania Culture;
• To carry out research on the development, production and marketing of artistic works;
• To provide advisory services and technical assistance for the development of artistic enterprises;
• To plan and co-ordinate artistic activities;
• To advise the Government on all matters relating to the development and production of artistic works;
• To provide and promote training programmes and facilities;
• To undertake the production, importation, exportation and sale of artistic works;
• To conduct exhibitions, displays, performances, workshops, seminars and competitions; and
• To prepare regulations for registration of people and organizations involved in the arts.