Tanzania’s NeST technology impresses UN
VIENNA: THE United Nations has commended the Tanzanian government for its significant efforts in combating corruption, particularly through the use of technology in public procurement systems.
The recognition was given during the 16th Expert Meeting on the Review of the Implementation of the United Nations Convention Against Corruption (UNCAC), held in Vienna, Austria.
During the meeting, Charles Birore, Director of Procurement Investigations from the Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA), presented a report detailing how the National e-Procurement System of Tanzania (NeST) has contributed to reducing opportunities for corruption in public procurement. The system has enhanced transparency, accountability, and control over the misuse of public funds in the government procurement process.
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In another development, Tanzania was praised for being removed from the Grey List — a list of countries with strategic deficiencies in combating money laundering, terrorist financing, and the financing of weapons of mass destruction. This announcement was made by Mr. Simon Maembe, Director of Investigations and Head of the Tanzanian Expert Delegation, during the country’s report presentation on the implementation of the UNCAC.
Mr. Maembe stated that major improvements in Tanzania’s anti-money laundering systems led to the country’s removal from the list. The decision was officially announced by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) during its plenary meeting held in Strasbourg, France, from June 10 to 13, 2025.
According to a statement from the Prevention and Combating of Corruption Bureau (PCCB), the Tanzanian delegation to the Vienna meeting included Mr. Simon Maembe, Director of Investigations at PCCB, and Ms. Gabriella Gabriel from the Directorate of Public Education. Also in attendance were representatives from the Tanzanian Embassy in Austria, the Attorney General’s Office, the PPRA, the Ministry of Constitution and Legal Affairs, the National Prosecution Office — Division of Fraud, Money Laundering and Corruption, and the Financial Intelligence Unit.
These developments underscore the Tanzanian Government’s strong commitment to promoting transparency, accountability, and integrity in public institutions, as well as its cooperation with the international community in the fight against corruption and financial crimes.
