Tanzania, June 27 -- Dar es Salaam. The government has urged employers across the country to take advantage of the National Social Security Fund (NSSF) penalty waiver by clearing outstanding social security contribution arrears.

Minister of State in the Prime Minister's Office (Labour, Youth, Employment and Persons with Disabilities), Mr Deus Sangu, said the initiative would help lower business costs, improve productivity and support economic growth.

He said the waiver forms part of the Sixth Phase Government's broader efforts under President Samia Suluhu Hassan to improve the business environment, strengthen the social security system and address employers' concerns.

Mr Sangu made the remarks in Dar es Salaam during the 67th Annual Ge...