By Charles Mkoka
Tanzania has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening regional governance systems as it hosted a high-level delegation from Somalia for a capacity-building programme focused on cabinet operations and public sector coordination.
The programme, held at the Tanzania Public Service College (TPSC), brings together officials from Somalia’s Office of the Prime Minister, Department of Cabinet Affairs, for a study tour and training designed to enhance institutional efficiency and decision-making processes.
Speaking at the opening, Deputy Permanent Secretary in the President’s Office for Public Service Management and Good Governance, Xavier Daudi Mrope, described the initiative as both timely and strategic, emphasizing the critical role of strong cabinet systems in effective governance.
“Strong governments are built on strong systems. At the heart of these systems lies the Cabinet, where national priorities are shaped, and decisions are made,” he said, noting that well-coordinated cabinet processes enable governments to deliver results more effectively.
The training programme focuses on key pillars of governance, including cabinet procedures, documentation, coordination, and follow-up of decision-making areas seen as essential to improving public service delivery.
Officials highlighted that the programme combines practical experience from Tanzanian government experts with structured learning at TPSC, widely regarded as a national centre of excellence for public service training.
Participants are also expected to engage in knowledge exchange, with Tanzanian authorities underscoring the importance of mutual learning between the two countries. “This is not only about sharing Tanzania’s experience, but also learning from Somalia’s perspectives,” the Deputy Permanent Secretary said.
The initiative forms part of broader efforts by both nations to strengthen bilateral cooperation, particularly in institutional development and governance reforms. It follows recent high-level engagements between Tanzania and Somalia aimed at expanding collaboration across the public sector.
Somalia’s participation has been described as a strategic investment in building resilient government systems, with officials noting that strengthening public institutions remains key to sustainable development and improved service delivery.
The programme is expected to equip participants with practical tools that can be adapted within Somalia’s governance structures, while also fostering long-term professional ties between public servants from both countries.
