The Tanzania National Roads Agency (TANROADS) has issued a strong public warning following the discovery of fraudulent activities involving individuals impersonating its officials, particularly in the Dodoma Region.
According to an official statement released by TANROADS, the scammers have been contacting billboard owners via phone calls, falsely identifying themselves as agency officers and demanding payments to prevent the removal of advertisement boards whose permits have expired.
It has been reported that some members of the public have already fallen victim to the scheme by sending money to the fraudsters.
TANROADS emphasized that it does not provide services or receive payments through personal phone numbers or individuals. All payments related to its services are conducted through officially recognized government systems.
“We urge the public to remain vigilant and avoid sending money to anyone who contacts them in such a manner claiming to be a TANROADS official without following official procedures,” part of the statement reads.
Furthermore, the agency noted that it is working closely with the Tanzania Police Force to track down those responsible and ensure legal action is taken against them.
The public has also been encouraged to report any such incidents to the nearest TANROADS offices or through the agency’s official communication channels.
TANROADS reaffirmed its commitment to protecting public interests and ensuring that its services are delivered with transparency, security, and integrity.
