THE Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA) has commended Mzumbe University (MU) in Morogoro Region for leading in tax payment between July and November, this year.

The  commendation  was said by Dr. Ephraim Mdee,  director of research and policy at TRA headquarters, on behalf of the authority, in Morogoro during the presentation of a certificate of appreciation and recognition of the university's contribution in tax payment.

Dr. Mdee stated that the authority recognises and values institutions that pay government taxes in accordance with the existing laws, regulations, and procedures.

“I take this opportunity to commend Mzumbe University, you have been a leader in tax payment, we are collaborating with you and you have been at the forefront in this. We are here to congratulate you and formally present this certificate to recognise your accountability,” said Dr. Mdee.

Dr. Mdee mentioned that every December, the authority holds events to express gratitude to exemplary taxpayers in the country by recognising their contributions and providing them with certificates, a practice that is done nationwide.

“This exercise is carried out across the country to gather feedback from taxpayers so that it can be acted upon,” emphasized Dr. Mdee.

He added that Morogoro region has performed well in revenue collection and continues to perform excellently.

Dr. Mdee also noted that in the past five months, up to November 2024, the Authority in the region reached 102% of its revenue collection target, surpassing it due to the cooperation shown by taxpayers.

Meanwhile, the acting Vice Chancellor of the University, Professor Allen Mushi, stated that Mzumbe University focuses on teaching leadership programme, finance, law, and businesses.

Professor Mushi said that what is taught in the classroom must align with practical application.

“What we teach in the classroom aligns with practice. We teach our students issues of leadership, accountability, discipline, rights, and responsibilities,” emphasised Professor Mushi.

Along with Mzumbe University, TRA leaders visited several traders, including those at the Chief Kingalu Market in Morogoro Municipality.

Some traders, including the chairperson of    street vendors association in Morogoro Region, Faustine Francis, advised the authority to expand its tax education efforts to the public and traders   growing commercial areas.

The chairperson of the association   said the goal is to make them more aware so that ultimately, they voluntarily pay taxes for the sustainable development of all Tanzanians.

The authority has expanded services for traders by establishing Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) issuance points and payment number services at the Chief Kingalu main market and at the Kihonda Ward Office in Morogoro Municipality.