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Tanzania Communications Regulatory Authority (TCRA) Merges with Tanzania Shipping Agencies Corporation (TASAC)

Streamlining Government Services and Enhancing Public Service Delivery

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania - The Tanzanian Communications Regulatory Authority (TCRA) has merged with the Tanzania Shipping Agencies Corporation (TASAC) to streamline government services and enhance public service delivery.

Background

  • The TCRA was established in 2003 to regulate telecommunications and postal services.
  • TASAC was set up in 2017 to oversee shipping agencies and port operations.

Objectives of the Merger

The merger aims to:

  • Promote competition in both sectors
  • Protect consumers from unfair practices
  • Develop the communications sector
  • Enhance efficiency and effectiveness in regulation

Key Functions of the Merged Entity

The merged entity will be responsible for regulating both the communications and shipping sectors, focusing on:

  • Improving safety and security in Tanzanian ports and waters
  • Enhancing efficiency of port and maritime trade activities
  • Increasing compliance with international standards
  • Promoting competitiveness in both sectors

Governance Structure

The merged entity will be governed by a Board of Directors appointed by the President of Tanzania.

Staff and Operations

The Authority has a staff of over 300 people who will carry out day-to-day operations. The merged entity will continue to operate from its current locations:

  • TCRA: Mawasiliano Towers, 20 Sam Nujoma Road, P.O Box 474, Dar es Salaam
  • TASAC: PSSSF Tower Building, 8th Floor, Plot No. 20/21, Garden Avenue/Ohio Street, P.O Box 989, Dar es Salaam

Contact Information

For more information:

Additional Resources

For regulatory department and quality control laboratory contact details, please refer to the following links:

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