Small Industries Development Organization Act, 1973 (No. 28 of 1973). Country/Territory United Republic of Tanzania Document type Legislation Date 2005 Source FAO, FAOLEX Long titleAn Act to establish Small Industries Development Organization. Subject Agricultural & rural development Keyword Agricultural development Institution Geographical area Africa, Eastern Africa, Least Developed Countries Entry into force notes The Act shall come into operation on such date as the Minister may appoint by Notice in the Gazette. Abstract This Act establishes the Small Industries Development Organization as a body corporate, provides for its functions, powers and internal organization and provides for control of the Organization by the Minister. The Organization shall, among other things: (a) promote the development of small industries in Tanzania; (b) provide services necessary for the development of small industries; and (c) plan and coordinate the activities of small industry enterprises in Tanzania. Full text English Website www.parliament.go.tz