The Government has reiterated its commitment to strengthening integrity in public service as a key foundation for improving the delivery of services to citizens and accelerating national development.
The message was delivered on June 12, 2026 in Arusha by the Permanent Secretary in the Prime Minister’s Office (Policy, Parliament, Coordination and Persons with Disabilities), Jim Yonazi, during the opening of Integrity Committee training aimed at building the capacity of officials responsible for promoting ethical conduct within government institutions.
He said integrity remains a central pillar in public administration, noting that every public servant has a duty to uphold professionalism, honesty, and accountability in serving citizens.
According to him, strong ethical values are essential in ensuring that government plans and programmes are implemented effectively and that public resources are used for their intended purpose.
He stressed that when integrity is upheld, citizens benefit through improved services, fairness, and increased trust in government institutions.
He further explained that the training is part of wider government efforts to strengthen systems that promote transparency and accountability across all public institutions.
Integrity Committees, he said, play an important role in ensuring that ethical standards are incorporated into annual plans and budgets, rather than being treated as separate activities.
The committees are also tasked with overseeing the implementation of anti-corruption policies and ensuring that public servants strictly follow laws, regulations, and service procedures. This, he noted, helps reduce malpractice and improves efficiency in public service delivery.
Dkt. Yonazi also emphasized the importance of strengthening systems for receiving and addressing complaints from citizens, noting that such systems must be accessible, transparent, and protect confidentiality.
He said effective feedback mechanisms are vital in improving services and building public confidence in government institutions.
During the training, a presentation on the National Anti-Corruption Strategy and Action Plan (NACSAP IV) 2023–2030 was delivered by a representative from the Office of the President – State House, Andrew Massawe.
The presentation highlighted the need for public servants to uphold high ethical standards as a key tool in fighting corruption and improving service delivery.
It further stressed that public servants must avoid any practices that create room for corruption and instead focus on delivering fair, professional, and quality services to all citizens without favoritism.
Participants were reminded that public service should always prioritize national interest and fairness, ensuring that all citizens receive equal treatment and quality services regardless of their background or connections.
The training is expected to strengthen institutional capacity to enforce ethical standards, improve accountability systems, and support the government’s broader goal of promoting good governance and citizen-centered service delivery across the country.
