The Minister of Constitution and Legal Affairs, Juma Homera, has directed land officers in districts and regions to ensure proper management of land title issuance, warning against fraudsters who provide fake documents and trigger unnecessary disputes.
Speaking yesterday during the launch of a legal aid clinic in Morogoro, Minister Homera said some individuals manipulate the land certificate process, leading people to believe they have obtained valid titles, only to later face conflicts.
“The government is determined to take strict action against anyone issuing fraudulent certificates outside legal procedures,” Minister Homera said.
He emphasized that the Registration Insolvency and Trusteeship Agency (RITA), in collaboration with the National Identification Authority (NIDA), is providing identification services strictly following the law.
He urged people to avoid shortcuts and ensure they obtain genuine certificates, which are essential for enrolling children in school, accessing higher education, and securing other legal rights.
Highlighting the impact of legal aid, Minister Homera noted that Morogoro Region successfully handled over 49,000 cases, saving more than TZS 8.9 billion, and recovered TZS 2.79 billion for the municipal council through legal processes.
In 2025, more than 3.7 million Tanzanians benefited from the “Samia Legal Aid” campaign, including 1.18 million men and 1.9 million women. In Morogoro alone, over 300,000 people received legal support.
Morogoro Municipal Land Officer Herman Ambara said the municipality has reduced fake land certificates by 98 percent through strict procedures, modern systems, and close cooperation with the police.
He added that land disputes have dropped significantly, with most cases resolved within a few months.
Ambara noted that public education on land ownership and legal rights has helped people understand the importance of properly surveyed land, enabling disputes to be resolved quickly and peacefully.
Morogoro Regional Commissioner Adam Kighoma Malima called on the government to strengthen the police gender desk, which provides critical support on issues such as gender-based violence, marriage disputes, and children’s rights.
One attendee of the clinic, Janeth John, requested assistance to ensure her younger siblings return to school and pursue their education.
The legal aid clinic offers free services covering land disputes, marriage and inheritance issues, gender-based violence, court representation, NIDA identification, and preparation of legal documents.
Minister Homera’s visit highlighted the government’s commitment to ensuring justice, raising legal awareness, and protecting the rights of people across Tanzania.