Ethics committees in the Ministry of Energy and its institutions have been tasked with helping change the behaviour of public servants and strengthen accountability in the delivery of government services.
Assistant Director of Administration at the Ministry of Energy, Mr Wilson Nyamanga, said the committees should play a more active role in identifying inappropriate conduct, advising employees and helping them comply with public service ethics, rules and procedures.
Mr Nyamanga made the remarks on September 8, 2026, when opening a working session for the Ministry of Energy Ethics Committee and committees from its institutions in Morogoro.
He said the committees were not established merely to deal with misconduct after it occurs, but also to help prevent unethical behaviour by guiding public servants on the standards expected of them.
“These committees help change the behaviour and conduct of public servants from inappropriate practices to behaviour that complies with public service ethics,” he said.
Mr Nyamanga said the committees had a responsibility to examine the conduct of employees, provide advice and support them in correcting behaviour that could affect their performance and public service delivery.
The emphasis on changing behaviour comes as government institutions continue to be expected to improve efficiency, accountability and the quality of services delivered to citizens.
Mr Nyamanga also directed institutions under the ministry to ensure that newly recruited employees receive ethics training immediately after joining the public service.
He said early training was important in helping new employees understand the rules, procedures and ethical standards that govern public service before they settle into their responsibilities.
He further stressed that professional training alone was insufficient if it was not accompanied by a strong understanding of ethics.
“Teaching public service without public service ethics means we have not achieved anything,” he said.