Government lawyers have been urged to enhance their professionalism and effectiveness in handling government cases, with a strong focus on protecting public interest, safeguarding national resources, and ensuring justice in both domestic and international legal forums.
The call was made by the Deputy Minister for Constitution and Legal Affairs, Zainab Katimba, while closing a three-day capacity-building training for government lawyers drawn from ministries, public institutions, regional administrations, and local government authorities from both Mainland Tanzania and Zanzibar.
The training, organised by the Office of the Chief Government Attorney, was held in Arusha from May 18 to 22, 2026.
Ms Katimba said government lawyers play a central role in protecting the country’s resources through sound legal advice, strong contract management, and effective handling of legal disputes involving the government.
She said that following the training, lawyers are expected to improve their efficiency in managing government cases, strengthen oversight of contracts and public procurement processes, and provide reliable legal guidance in key sectors such as taxation, aviation, and investment.
She also emphasized the need for improved skills in dispute resolution and stronger representation of the government in both local and international courts and tribunals.
She added that the training comes at a crucial time as Tanzania moves towards the implementation of the National Development Vision 2050, which aims to build an inclusive and competitive middle-income economy.
According to her, achieving this vision requires strong legal institutions and well-trained professionals who can ensure laws, contracts, and investment frameworks are implemented fairly, transparently, and effectively.
Ms Katimba further noted that strengthening legal systems within government will directly contribute to creating a stable environment for investment, business growth, and improved public service delivery, ensuring that citizens benefit from national development outcomes.
The Chief Government Attorney, Ally Possi, said participants were exposed to practical and specialized training delivered by experts in various legal fields.
The sessions covered key areas including bank guarantees, domestic and international arbitration, contract management, tax law, aviation law, and strategies for defending the government in international investment disputes.
He explained that these areas are critical in protecting the government from avoidable financial losses and legal risks, noting that government lawyers are not only legal practitioners but also key custodians of the nation’s economic interests and public resources.
Dr Possi further emphasized the importance of government lawyers staying updated with national reforms under Vision 2050 as well as adapting to global legal, economic, and investment trends.
The training, which has now been conducted for the seventh consecutive year, is organised annually by the Office of the Chief Government Attorney as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen legal capacity across the public sector.
