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Tefurukwa, Oscar Whynijous
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Ghost Workers in the Tanzanian Public Sector: Socio-Economic Impacts and Governance Implications Tefurukwa, Oscar Whynijous; Ahafianyo, Jasper Tetteh
Journal of Contemporary Governance and Public Policy Vol. 6 No. 1 (2025): (April 2025)
Publisher : Pusat Penelitian Ilmu Sosial dan Humaniora Kontemporer, Indonesia

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Ghost workers on the payroll continue to undermine efforts to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in the Global South. Their presence weakens the quality of public service delivery and leads to significant socio-economic repercussions. In Tanzania, initiatives such as public service reforms, physical verification exercises for public servants, and the enhancement of human resource information systems have been introduced to address this challenge. However, the persistence of ghost workers continues to hinder service efficiency and broader developmental progress. Existing studies have not sufficiently explored the socio-economic consequences of this phenomenon. This paper therefore investigates the impact of ghost workers on public sector performance and development in Tanzania. The analysis draws on the Fraud Triangle Theory and Fraud Management Theory as conceptual frameworks. Secondary data were sourced from credible government documents and peer-reviewed journal articles, and analysed through content analysis by comparing data trends and thematic overlaps. Key findings include financial losses, increased unemployment, stalled promotions, demotivated personnel, higher anti-fraud costs, and poor service delivery. The study concludes that ghost workers compromise workforce effectiveness, undermine governance, and obstruct public sector development, thereby threatening the realisation of the SDGs. It calls for strong political will to institutionalise ethical recruitment and implement robust fraud control mechanisms, thus reducing payroll fraud and mitigating its socio-economic impact by 2030.
Assessing community engagement in the Standard Gauge Railway Project in Tanzania: A case study of the Morogoro – Makutupora Segment Nyakega, Chacha Timasi; Tefurukwa, Oscar Whynijous
BISNIS & BIROKRASI: Jurnal Ilmu Administrasi dan Organisasi Vol. 32, No. 3
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Governments play a critical role in engaging communities in decision-making processes directly affecting their daily lives. Such engagement influences the feasibility and success of project implementation. However, the degree of community engagement varies across different projects. This study examines community engagement and perceptions regarding the implementation of the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) project in Tanzania, focusing on Lot II, the Morogoro to Makutupora segment. The theoretical framework proposed by Fung guided the analysis. A qualitative approach was employed, with a sample of 30 respondents. Data were collected through focus group discussions (FGDs) and analyzed using content analysis. Findings indicate that community engagement in the SGR project occurred through the workforce provision, business activities supporting SGR workers, protection of properties and personnel, and land allocation. It enhances project implementation by fostering a sense of local ownership and promoting efficiency and sustainability. This study highlights the importance of sustaining community engagement in projects of any scale to ensure inclusive and sustainable development. These findings offer valuable insights for policymakers and project planners and align with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) on industrialization and infrastructure.
Co-Authors Ahafianyo, Jasper Tetteh Nyakega, Chacha Timasi