Water minister sacks Mwanza manager amid citizen complaints

Persistent public complaints regarding inadequate water services in parts of Mwanza city have led to the suspension of the Mwanza Urban Water Supply and Sanitation Authority (Mwauwasa) manager. Water Minister Jumaa Aweso announced the immediate dismissal of Engineer Ramadhani Mramba on Monday, June 15, 2026.

Aweso issued the directive during a surprise visit to Mwanza, where he encountered significant grievances from residents in the Mecco and Buhongwa wards concerning the lack of reliable clean water. During a public gathering in Mecco ward, Ilemela district, the minister was informed about operational inefficiencies and service delays, prompting swift disciplinary action.

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Now I instruct the Permanent Secretary, the Water Distribution Manager must be suspended immediately. I don't want these things. The minister is here, the manager is not, so let me do the work.

The minister also summoned the regional water distribution manager to the meeting for an explanation, but the manager's absence further contributed to the decision for immediate suspension. Aweso emphasized the need for action, stating, "Now I instruct the Permanent Secretary, the Water Distribution Manager must be suspended immediately. I don't want these things. The minister is here, the manager is not, so let me do the work."

During his visit, Aweso inspected the Capripoint pumping station and the Butimba water source to assess infrastructure and equipment efficiency. He urged Mwauwasa and the Tanzania Electric Supply Corporation (Tanesco) to collaborate closely to prevent service disruptions caused by inter-institutional conflicts, noting that such disputes directly impact citizens. "Tanesco and Mwauwasa are government institutions. When a challenge arises, you must meet and find a solution together. There is no success in arguing," he stressed.

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Tanesco and Mwauwasa are government institutions. When a challenge arises, you must meet and find a solution together. There is no success in arguing.