Define madaraka mkoani in context of Tanzania?

Madaraka Mkoani is a public holiday in Tanzania that commemorates the day when Tanganyika gained internal self-government from British colonial rule on July 9, 1961. This holiday is celebrated annually on July 7th and is an important day in Tanzanian history as it marks a significant step towards independence. The name "Madaraka Mkoani" translates to "self-governance in the region" in Swahili.

Madaraka mkoani is the Swahili term for regional autonomy in Tanzania.

Under the madaraka mkoani system, Tanzania's 31 regions (mikoa) are granted a degree of autonomy from the central government. This includes the ability to make decisions on matters such as economic development, land use, and education.

The madaraka mkoani system was introduced in 2005 as part of a broader decentralization effort by the Tanzanian government. The goal of this effort was to improve the efficiency and responsiveness of government services, and to promote economic development at the local level.

The madaraka mkoani system has been praised by some for improving the quality of life in Tanzania's regions. However, others have criticized the system for creating inequality between regions and for weakening the central government.