MWANZA, Sept. 7 -- THE UNITED Peoples Democratic Party (UPDP) officially launched its election campaign at Igoma Kilimo ‘B grounds in Mwanza, where presidential candidate Twalib Kadege pledged timely retirement benefits and sweeping reforms in the public service.

Mr Kadege told supporters that, if elected, his government will start by reforming laws to punish any official responsible for delaying retirees benefits.

“Anyone who causes such delays will be jailed, regardless of their position. Even if it is a minister or senior government official, he or she will face this punishment and permanently lose their job,” he declared.

He stressed that since retirement dates are known in advance, employers must submit relevant ...