DODOMA, June 24 -- The Petroleum Upstream Regulatory Authority (PURA) has become a model in promoting local participation in oil and gas projects being implemented in the country in accordance with national policies and regulations.

Director General of PURA, Eng Charles Sangweni, said this during the climax of the Public Service Week Exhibition held at Chinangali Park in Dodoma on Tuesday, adding that the regulator has been working to ensure that contracts for services and goods are awarded to Tanzanians, provided they have the required qualifications to offer such services and supply the products.

He added that PURA ensures Tanzanians are given opportunities for professional jobs that can be performed locally, as long as they meet the ...