The government has reaffirmed its commitment to building a public service that is efficient, accountable, and citizen-focused, while expanding employment opportunities and improving the welfare of young Tanzanians, in line with the National Development Vision 2050.
Speaking at a press briefing at the Maelezo Information Services Hall on December 12, 2025, Minister of State in the President’s Office for Public Service Management and Good Governance, Ridhiwani Kikwete, said the reforms aim to strengthen public institutions, improve service delivery, and restore public confidence in government operations.
“The government is determined to ensure that the public service meets national expectations and delivers results. Our focus is on creating job opportunities for youth, improving recruitment systems, enhancing service quality, strengthening human resource management, and improving communication between the government and citizens,” said Mr. Kikwete.
He added that recruitment into the public service continues to be open, competitive, and merit-based through the Public Service Recruitment Secretariat (PSRS), promoting fairness, professionalism, and trust in government systems.
Under the National Development Vision 2050, priority sectors are expected to generate employment, increase household incomes, and reduce poverty.
“These sectors must operate with high standards of competence, ethics, and performance to achieve sustainable development,” Mr. Kikwete emphasized.
For the 2025/26 financial year, the government has approved 41,500 public service job vacancies, including 12,000 positions under a presidential pledge to create jobs within 100 days in office 5,000 in the health sector and 7,000 teaching posts in science and mathematics.
“To ensure fairness and efficiency, applicants will be shortlisted using the Online Aptitude Test (OATS) system. Tests will be conducted at universities, vocational colleges (VETA), secondary schools with computer labs across all regions, and special centres in Unguja and Pemba,” the minister explained.
Mr. Kikwete confirmed that the 12,000 health and teaching vacancies have been advertised, and qualified applicants have been invited to interviews starting December 13, 2025. The digital system is expected to improve transparency and efficiency in recruitment.
He also urged journalists to continue informing the public, particularly youth, about government opportunities and initiatives.
“Access to accurate information enables young Tanzanians to seize opportunities, develop skills, and participate actively in the digital economy,” he said.
The press briefing was attended by Deputy Minister Regina Qwaray, senior officials from the President’s Office, PSRS leaders, and journalists from national media outlets.