Tanzania acts tough against contractors who fail to complete projects

DAR ES SALAAM: THE Minister for Works, Abdallah Ulega, has directed the Contractors Registration Board (CRB) to take disciplinary action against contractors who fail to complete projects on time, causing losses and adverse effects to the government and Tanzanian citizens.

Speaking during the opening of the 2025 Stakeholders’ Consultative Meeting for the Construction Sector held in Dar es Salaam, Minister Ulega emphasized the critical role contractors play in advancing the country’s economy and community development.

“When contractors fail to fulfill their responsibilities, they delay the delivery of essential services to the public and cause financial losses to both the government and citizens,” stressed Minister Ulega.

He underscored the importance of professionalism, integrity, and patriotism among contractors and commended several local contractors for successfully completing projects on time and in line with quality standards.

“Ensure that you uphold professionalism and patriotism in executing construction projects by completing them on time and with quality that meets contractual requirements, so that citizens can receive timely and reliable services with value for money,” he said.

Minister Ulega also praised the government for continuing to prioritize local contractors through enabling provisions in the Public Procurement Act of 2023 and its 2024 regulations. These measures aim to empower local contractors to grow and participate in major national projects and to compete in international markets.

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Regarding CRB’s performance, Minister Ulega noted that during the reporting period, the board registered 4,691 projects worth 10.472tri/-. In addition, 3,581 projects were inspected, of which 2,092 (58.4 percent) were found to be free of defects, while 1,489 (41.6 percent) had various deficiencies and were issued with appropriate instructions under the law.

The Stakeholders’ Consultative Meeting for the Construction Sector is a vital platform that brings together both public and private sector participants, including employers, contractors, consultants, and others, to share information, exchange views, evaluate progress, and formulate strategies for enhancing efficiency in the construction industry across the country.