Anti corruption agency recovers 30 million shillings in Pwani region

The Pwani Region anti corruption agency, Takukuru, recovered 30 million shillings and restored water services to a village in Rufiji District.

The agency intervened after a worker from the Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Agency (Ruwasa) collected 1 million shillings from more than eight residents in Nyamwage Village. The worker took the money under the pretext of helping the residents connect to water services, but the collection violated official procedures.

Takukuru intervened to ensure the money was returned to the villagers. The agency is now pursuing disciplinary and legal action against the worker involved. In a separate action, Takukuru secured 29,287,938 shillings for the Mafia District Council. The money had been collected via electronic point of sale machines but remained with revenue collectors instead of being deposited into the bank within the required 24 hour window.

By monitoring the collection and banking process, the agency ensured the funds reached the council. Sinkala, a representative of the agency, stated that the organization also monitors small expenditure accounts, known as IMPREST, to ensure money is used for its intended purposes. The agency maintains that public funds belong to the citizens and must be protected from misuse.

Residents of the area expressed hope that these actions will protect their rights and ensure they receive services without being charged illegal fees.