Tanzania, March 30 -- Dar es Salaam. Compliance with public procurement laws in Tanzania has risen to 79 percent, signalling progress in reforms, but widespread violations and systemic weaknesses continue to undermine accountability and value for money, a new report shows.

The latest Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA) report, presented to President Samia Suluhu Hassan alongside those of the Controller and Auditor General (CAG) and the Prevention and Combating of Corruption Bureau (PCCB) on Monday, March 30, 2026, paints a mixed picture of gains and persistent challenges.

Presenting the report, PPRA Director General Denis Simba said compliance improved from 76 percent in 2023/24 to 79 percent in 2024/25, continuing an upward ...