Tanzania’s newly recruited Mining Commission employees have been urged to see themselves as central players in strengthening transparency, protecting national mineral wealth, and enhancing public trust in the sector an industry that continues to play a critical role in the country’s economic transformation.
The message was delivered today, November 21, 2025, by the Commission’s Executive Secretary, Engineer Ramadhani Lwamo, during the opening of an induction training session held at the Graphite Hall in Dodoma.
Engineer Lwamo said the new officers are joining the institution at a time when government reforms seek to maximize the benefits of mineral resources for citizens, highlighting the recruits’ role in ensuring compliance, fairness, and accountability across the value chain.
“You are stepping into a sector that carries high expectations from the public,” he said. “Your responsibility is not only to regulate the industry but also to defend national interests by ensuring that mineral wealth is managed openly, fairly, and for the benefit of all Tanzanians.”
He noted that the mining sector often attracts attempts to manipulate systems for personal gain, urging the officers to remain firm, principled, and resistant to any unethical influence.
“Temptations exist, especially in gold where quality and purity issues are highly sensitive,” he said.
“Do not allow yourselves to be compromised. If you sacrifice your integrity, you sacrifice the trust that citizens place in this institution.”he added
Engineer Lwamo added that the Commission’s objective is to build a professional and reliable workforce that supports the country’s economic agenda.
He encouraged the new staff to think long-term, plan responsibly, and invest in personal and professional growth.
Director of Human Resources and Administration, Nsajigwa Kabigi, said the induction training was designed to equip the recruits with an understanding of the Commission’s mandate, inspection standards, environmental responsibilities, and employee obligations within public service.
“This training prepares you to represent the Mining Commission with confidence and professionalism,” Kabigi said.
“Many of you will serve in regional offices. The communities you work with will judge the Commission through your conduct.”he added
Speaking on behalf of the recruits, Dorcas Michael expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve, assuring the Commission that the new team is committed to maintaining ethical standards and supporting efforts to improve mineral sector governance.
“We are ready to apply what we have learned and to serve with integrity, transparency, and dedication,” she said.