Tanzania President John Magufuli sacks officials after TV scolding
Tuesday, November 07, 2017
He had asked the two municipal directors what their budget was for road construction in their districts.
Neither could recall on the spot, and a few hours later both officials were sacked. No reason was given.
While the political shift brings hope for change, it also places immense pressure on the new administration to deliver on its election promises in the face of serious economic challenges.On another level, newly appointed Finance Minister Ndaba Gaolathe’s grim assessment of the country’s finances adds urgency to the moment. The budget deficit, expected to be P8.7 billion, is now anticipated to be even higher due to underperforming diamond...