The Geological Survey of Tanzania (GST) has been urged to strengthen efficiency and accountability as it continues to provide mineral research and laboratory services to stakeholders and small-scale miners across the country.
The call was made on Tuesday in Dodoma by the GST Board Chairperson, Ms Yokbeth Myumbilwa, during the official launch of new vehicles acquired by the institution. She officiated the event on behalf of the Minister for Minerals, Mr Anthony Mavunde.
Ms Myumbilwa said the vehicles are a strategic investment aimed at improving service delivery, particularly in field operations and outreach activities.
She emphasized the importance of proper use and maintenance of the assets to ensure long-term value for public resources.
She further urged GST staff to remain committed and hardworking, noting that the institution plays a critical role in supporting the mining sector through geological research, data generation, and laboratory analysis.
GST Chief Executive Officer, Engineer Ally Samaje, expressed appreciation to the Sixth Phase Government under President Samia Suluhu Hassan for continued support, saying the acquisition of the vehicles will significantly enhance the institution’s operational capacity.
Engineer Samaje said the vehicles will enable GST to accelerate mineral exploration activities and expand research operations in various parts of the country, while also improving the delivery of laboratory services to stakeholders.
He added that the management remains committed to safeguarding all institutional assets, including the newly acquired vehicles, to ensure they are effectively utilized in fulfilling GST’s mandate, particularly in fieldwork and outreach programmes.
