The Government of Tanzania, through the Ministry of Health (Tanzania) in collaboration with the President's Office – Regional Administration and Local Government (PMO-RALG) and various development partners, is strengthening emergency, accident, and critical care services in the country through coordinated on-job training and supportive supervision for health workers.
The initiative is aimed at improving the quality, efficiency, and responsiveness of health services delivered in Emergency Medicine Departments (EMD) and Intensive Care Units (ICU), which are among the most critical units in hospitals handling life-threatening conditions.
This was stated on May 19, 2026, by the Medical Officer in Charge of the Morogoro Regional Referral Hospital, Dr. Daniel Nkungu, during a joint supportive supervision exercise and on-the-job training sessions conducted in Morogoro Region.
Dr. Nkungu said the training programme is designed to equip health workers with updated clinical skills and practical knowledge to improve the management of emergency cases, road traffic accidents, and critically ill patients.
He explained that continuous mentorship within working environments helps staff improve teamwork, strengthen clinical decision-making, and enhance the overall quality of care provided to patients.
He added that the presence of trainers and supervisors directly at health facilities allows real-time correction of clinical practices and encourages the exchange of professional experience among health workers.
This approach, he noted, is already contributing to improved service delivery outcomes in emergency and intensive care units.
Health experts involved in the programme said the initiative also supports the national effort to reduce preventable deaths caused by delays in treatment and gaps in emergency response systems.
By strengthening the capacity of frontline health workers, the government aims to ensure that patients receive timely and appropriate care, especially in critical conditions where rapid intervention is essential.
Speaking on behalf of the Ministry, Nursing Officer from the Ministry of Health (Tanzania), Ms. Theresia Haule, said the ongoing exercise is part of a wider national programme that has already been implemented in several regions, including Pwani, Simiyu, Mara, Tanga, and Kigoma.
She noted that the current phase in Morogoro involves both the regional referral hospital and district hospitals, where health workers are receiving hands-on mentorship and supportive supervision aimed at improving service delivery standards in emergency and critical care units.
Ms. Haule emphasized that the programme reflects the government’s continued commitment to strengthening the health system through practical, field-based training approaches rather than theoretical classroom learning alone.
She said this model enables health workers to apply knowledge directly in real clinical environments while receiving immediate professional guidance.
Health stakeholders have welcomed the initiative, noting that it is helping to bridge skills gaps, improve coordination among health teams, and enhance patient outcomes in emergency settings.
They also highlighted that consistent supervision and mentorship remain key to sustaining improvements in hospital performance across the country.
The Government of Tanzania has reaffirmed its commitment to continuing such capacity-building programmes nationwide to ensure that all citizens have access to reliable, timely, and high-quality emergency and critical healthcare services.
