
An accountable society where good governance is a way of life and a collective responsibility.

About Us
WAJIBU - Institute of Public Accountability (WAJIBU) is a reputable and credible think-tank organisation established since 2015 registered as a company limited by guarantee under the Companies Act, 2002, with registration number 114341. Following amendments of the Companies Act in 2019 and the Non-Governmental Organisations Act, 2002, WAJIBU was re-registered under NGO Act No. 24 of 2002 with registration No. 00056. WAJIBU is also registered in Zanzibar under the Business Entity Registration Act No. 12 of 2012 with registration No. Z0000218312.
WAJIBU exists to foster an environment that promotes Public Financial Accountability (PFA) and good governance in Tanzania. It was founded to address growing concerns over corruption, public financial mismanagement, and low public awareness on Public Financial Management (PFM) issues.
In achieving its Vision and Mission, WAJIBU focuses on four Strategic Objectives:
1. To Strengthen Capacity of Accountability actors in improving Public Financial Transparency, Accountability and Anti-Corruption Initiatives.
2: To Enhance Equitable, Transparent, and Accountable Trade Policies and innovative tax policies for Inclusive Economic Growth.
3: To enhance Institutional Mechanisms for Civic Engagement in Sustainable Public Procurement.
4: Enhanced Technical and Financial Resilience of WAJIBU
What We Do
WAJIBU's Strategic Plan for 2021-2025 is dedicated to tackle PFA issues by using a comprehensive Theory of Change. This approach guides the achievement of project outcomes by emphasising effective advocacy efforts, grounded in four pivotal strategic objectives. These objectives serve as the backbone of the organisation's Annual Operational Plans, ensuring the delivery of essential outputs, outcomes, and impactful program implementations. WAJIBU's approach to addressing the country's PFA challenges is distinguished by its high-level, dependable, and sustainable strategies encapsulated within the following four key objectives:

Our Impact
Making a difference in communities across Tanzania through democratic engagement and good governance
250,000+
Citizens Engaged
180+
Government Partnerships
12,500+
Research Reports Published
Our Focus Areas
We concentrate our efforts on key areas critical to Tanzania’s progress, ensuring our work has a tangible impact on society.
Good Financial Governance and Anti-Corruption
Equitable Trade Practices for Economic Growth
Sustainable Public Procurement
Organisational Development and Resilience
Global Development Goals
We align our work with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals to contribute to global efforts for a better future.
No Poverty
Zero Hunger
Good Health
Quality Education
Gender Equality
Clean Water
Clean Energy
Decent Work
Innovation
Reduced Inequalities
News & Updates
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ARTICLE | 9/25/2026
What Citizens Are Still Waiting to Receive: What the 2024/25 report reveals about Social Service Delivery
As WAJIBU launches its accountability reports today, the Accountability Report - Social Service Delivery 2024/25 turns attention to what happens after public resources are allocated: whether people receive the services those resources were meant to provide.
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ARTICLE | 7/15/2026
WAJIBU and Policy Forum Secure Norway Support for Digital Accountability
WAJIBU – Institute of Public Accountability and Policy Forum (PF) have signed a grant agreement with the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Tanzania to implement the Wajibika Kidigitali project from July 2026 to December 2027. The initiative will strengthen transparency, public financial accountability, and citizen participation, with implementation focused in Morogoro and Mtwara regions.
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ARTICLE | 9/12/2025
ITAC 2025: Registration Now Open!
ITAC 2025 will address critical challenge and opportunities in electoral accountability and participation focusing on innovative solutions for strengthening democracy in a digital age.
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