MOROGORO, June 19 -- THE government has called on accounting officers from all public entities and local councils countrywide to thoroughly read and understand the amended Procurement Act, Chapter 410, enacted last year, to ensure effective management of the supply chain in the public interest.

The appeal was made on Tuesday in Morogoro by the Deputy Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of Finance, Ms Jenifa Omolo, while officiating a training session focused on the supply chain for media editors, aimed at enhancing their understanding.

Ms Omolo said that adherence to procurement laws enables officials to make purchases compliant with regulations, ensuring value for money and the delivery of effective services to the public.

She warned...