Public entities tasked with delivering Vision 2050

KIBAHA: THE government has directed leaders of public institutions and stateowned enterprises to move beyond routine administration and become strategic drivers of Tanzania’s Development Vision 2050 by creating jobs, promoting industrialisation, embracing innovation and delivering measurable results.

Minister in the President’s Office (Planning and Investment), Prof Kitila Mkumbo, issued the directive yesterday while opening a four-day induction programme for chief executive officers (CEOs) of public entities at the Mwalimu Julius Nyerere Leadership School (MJNLS) in Kibaha, Coast Region.

The programme, organised by the Office of the Treasury Registrar (OTR) in collaboration with the UONGOZI Institute, is themed: ‘From Vision to Action: Aligning Public Institution Performance with Vision 2050.’ Prof Mkumbo said public institutions should not limit themselves to fulfilling statutory obligations but transform into proactive organisations that translate President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s vision into tangible socioeconomic gains.

“The President has articulated the vision, but you are the implementers. You are the people who will transform that vision into reality through the institutions you lead,” he said.

He urged institutional leaders to ensure full compliance with laws, regulations and governance principles while pursuing strategic initiatives that attract investment, reduce the cost of doing business, create employment opportunities and accelerate industrial development.

Prof Mkumbo also challenged institutions to champion digital transformation, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and other emerging technologies to improve productivity and public service delivery.

“We must move beyond compliance. Institutions should become centres of innovation that improve efficiency, enhance production and respond to the changing needs of the economy,” he said.

Permanent Secretary in the President’s Office (Public Service Management and Good Governance), Mr Juma Mkomi, urged leaders to adopt forward-looking strategies that anticipate future workforce and service delivery needs.

He said institutions should align human resource planning with national priorities and embrace modern systems that improve efficiency and accountability.

“We have many systems in place, but what is needed now is effective implementation. Leaders must develop practical strategies that support job creation, sustainable development and improved public services,” Mr Mkomi said.

He also called for stronger collaboration with government agencies and development partners to ensure reforms contribute meaningfully to the successful implementation of Development Vision 2050.

Treasury Registrar Mr Nehemiah Mchechu said implementation of Vision 2050 officially began on July 1 this year, making leadership development critical to translating the country’s aspirations into practical institutional results.

“It is one thing to read the vision and another to implement it. Achieving the aspirations of Vision 2050 requires continuous learning, fresh perspectives and consistent strategic thinking,” he said.

Mr Mchechu said the Office of the Treasury Registrar has identified five strategic priorities for state-owned enterprises: strengthening good governance, enhancing leadership and human capital development, improving performance management, reinforcing institutional accountability and promoting operational efficiency.

He said the priorities will help public institutions improve service delivery while achieving financial and operational targets.

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UONGOZI Institute Chief Executive Officer Mr Kabari Singo said effective leadership requires deliberate investment in talent development and institutional capacity.

He said the institute focuses on strengthening organisational leadership, people management and personal leadership to produce strategic leaders capable of driving sustainable national development.

“Leadership excellence does not happen by chance. It begins with identifying talent, developing capable leaders and equipping them with the skills required to transform institutions,” Mr Singo said.