By Charles Mkoka
DAR ES SALAAM — Tanzania’s competition regulator has held a seminar for media editors aimed at strengthening public understanding of competition policy, consumer protection and market regulation.
The workshop, organized by the Fair Competition Commission (FCC), took place in Dar es Salaam on February 23 and brought together senior editors from various media outlets across the country.
The event was officiated by Ilala District Commissioner Edward Mpogolo, representing Dar es Salaam Regional Commissioner Albert Chalamila.
In his remarks, Mpogolo emphasized the critical role of editors in shaping public understanding of regulatory institutions.
“I have come to officially open this seminar for editors, who are experts in their field. I hope the knowledge shared here will be reflected in media content and reach citizens nationwide,” he said, pledging regional authorities’ support in tackling illegal businesses, including unregistered factories.
Acting Director General of the FCC, Khadija Ngasongwa, described the seminar as part of an ongoing strategy to expand awareness of the commission’s mandate and responsibilities.
She said the commission currently administers two key pieces of legislation and is preparing to implement an additional Trade Remedies law, pending parliamentary approval.
The proposed framework would further strengthen oversight of unfair trade practices.
Ngasongwa noted that enhanced regulatory action contributes to efficiency, sectoral growth and fair competition across industries including energy, mining and health.
She added that the commission continues to invest in research to improve market predictability, address imbalances in market power and create a more conducive business environment efforts that have contributed to the establishment of the Tanzania National Online Government Assets (TANOGA) framework.
The FCC also works closely with other regulatory bodies, including the Tanzania Bureau of Standards (TBS) and the Tanzania Medicines and Medical Devices Authority (TMDA), to combat counterfeit goods and ensure consumer protection across multiple sectors.
Officials acknowledged persistent challenges posed by illegal and unregistered manufacturing operations, but said the commission is strengthening enforcement mechanisms to identify and hold such operators accountable.
The seminar forms part of broader outreach initiatives designed to improve transparency, strengthen collaboration with media stakeholders and reinforce the role of competition policy in supporting Tanzania’s economic development.
