Tanzania insists on usage of technolocal data system for its infrastructural projects

DODOMA: THE Ministry of Works has called on directors and Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) managers in institutions under its supervision to improve data collection and analysis systems to ensure effective implementation of development projects and strengthen monitoring and resource allocation.

The call was made by the Ministry of Works Monitoring and Evaluation Unit Director, Veila Shoo, when closing the first-quarter meeting of directors and monitoring and evaluation managers held in Dodoma.

Shoo said access to accurate data and quality information was essential in enabling the government to make informed decisions, monitor the use of public funds and assess the outcomes of projects being implemented in the construction sector.

“We cannot achieve Vision 2050 without accurate data. Our responsibility is to ensure that every shilling spent on construction is monitored and delivers tangible results for citizens,” she said.

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The meeting brought together experts from various institutions under the Ministry of Works, including the Tanzania National Roads Agency (TANROADS), Tanzania Buildings Agency (TBA), Tanzania Electrical, Mechanical and Electronics Services Agency (TEMESA), Engineers Registration Board (ERB) and Contractors Registration Board (CRB).

Other participating institutions included the Architects and Quantity Surveyors Registration Board (AQRB), Roads Fund Board (RFB), National Construction Council (NCC), Construction Support Works Services (CSWS) and Institute of Construction Technology (ICoT).

During the meeting, participants discussed three main topics: the role of the construction sector in implementing the National Development Vision 2050, management of national plans, and the state of monitoring and evaluation in the sector.

Participants were also urged to prioritise the planning and implementation of strategic infrastructure projects, including roads and modern buildings, in line with the country’s long-term development goals.