Tanzania launches nationwide public service audit

Minister of State in the President’s Office (Public Service Management and Good Governance), Mr Ridhiwani Kikwete

Dar es Salaam. The government has announced a far-reaching human resource audit across the public sector, marking one of the most comprehensive workforce evaluations in recent years as Tanzania accelerates its digital shift to improve efficiency, accountability, and service delivery.

Speaking during a press briefing on December 12, 2025, the Minister of State in the President’s Office (Public Service Management and Good Governance), Mr Ridhiwani Kikwete, said the audit aims to identify skills gaps, rationalise staffing needs, and align the public workforce with national development goals.