DAR ES SALAAM, Feb. 5 -- AS the year picks up and Tanzania enters the busy months of the year, it is vital for every citizen to reflect on their responsibility toward the nations development.

Here, paying taxes is not merely a legal obligation, it is a patriotic duty and a cornerstone of sustainable national growth. Taxes are the lifeblood of public services, funding schools, hospitals, roads and infrastructure that benefit every Tanzanian. Without a strong culture of tax compliance, our nation risks stalling progress and limiting opportunities for current and future generations.

To be specific, Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA), as the guardian of the nations tax system, plays a crucial role in mobilising resources. However, the collect...