New TRA recruits warned against corruption, indiscipline

The Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA) has inducted 243 new employees, with senior officials emphasizing the importance of integrity and professional ethics. Recruits were warned against corruption and reminded that they may be posted to various regions across the country to support national revenue collection.
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Strengthening the integrity of tax collection agencies is vital for the economic development and fiscal health of developing nations.
Dar es Salaam . Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA) Deputy Commissioner General Mcha Hassan Mcha has warned 243 newly recruited employees against compromising integrity and professional ethics, urging them to adhere to the law and established procedures in carrying out their duties.
He said integrity, professionalism and public service ethics would be critical in enabling the new employees to contribute effectively to TRA’s mandate of collecting government revenue.
Mr Mcha made the remarks on Monday, July 20, 2026, at the Institute of Tax Administration (ITA) in Dar es Salaam while opening a 10-day induction programme for the new employees, who were recruited from various departments.
He urged the recruits to remain committed, professional and results-oriented while focusing on the authority’s objectives.
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