Embezzlers risk tough legal action

NELLY MTEMA in Dodoma

Prime Minister, Mr Kassim Majaliwa.

PRIME Minister Kassim Majaliwa has said that the government will remain tough on embezzlers of public funds or outright thieves regardless of the culprits' positions, popularity, influence or status.

He gave the warning here when responding to a question from Mr Mohamed Mchengelwa (Rufiji-CCM) during the question and answer session in the National Assembly.

The premier said that the government is determined to control thefts, embezzlements of public funds and lack of integrity among public servants.

He added that in implementing disciplinary measures the government will not mind about the position or status of culprits in any institution as the law works uniformly.

“That is why soon we will table before you a motion to establish a special court of law that will deal with grand corruption and economic sabotage so that such people can be dealt with accordingly,” he stressed.

Mr Majaliwa said the government was keen on improving the capacity of institutions as well as change some of the laws and policies so that they can deal with grand corruption offenders appropriately.

He also said that the government would improve the curriculum in primary and secondary schools so that children start learning about integrity at a tender age and grow up with full awareness of moral ethics.

The premier also cautioned those who would be mandated to manage development projects or resources to be careful. Failure would see them facing disciplinary measures.

“The President has made some appointments but he is still working on those of district commissioners and district executive directors.

For the time being those empowered to oversee the projects should be very careful and ethical,” Mr Majaliwa insisted.

He underscored the need for value for money in all projects. He pointed out that the government is monitoring closely the implementation of projects and is all out to seal corruption loopholes