The staff of Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere University of Agriculture and Technology (MJNUAT) have been trained on the laws, regulations, and procedures of public service to build their capacity in carrying out their duties.

The one-day training that took place at the Butiama Main Campus on Friday April 5, 2024 was attended by all employees on station.

Opening the training, Vice Chancellor Prof. Lesakit Mellau urged all MJNUAT staff to adhere to the principles and procedures of public service in handling administrative matters and their daily responsibilities.

"I thank you all for coordinating today's session that we have been waiting for a long time because it is a necessity in public service for all employees working in public offices to receive guidance on various issues they need to understand," emphasized Prof. Mellau.

Prof. Mellau also emphasized to MJNUAT staff the importance of following the training and avoiding involvement in activities that violate laws, regulations, and procedures of public service.

"Let us work impartially (without favoritism) by adherence to work procedures and regulations so that we can move forward and create a disciplined society and efficiently fulfill our responsibilities," added Prof. Mellau.

The training focused on public service laws and regulations, public service ethics, anti-corruption laws, as well as health-related matters for employees. It was facilitated by officials from the Office of the Regional Commissioner of Mara, the President’s Office – Ethics Secretariat (Lake Zone office), the Prevention and Combating of Corruption Bureau (TAKUKURU) of Butiama district, and the Office of the District Medical Officer of Butiama district.