Tanzania’s Vice-President Emmanuel Nchimbi has urged personal secretaries across the country to maintain high professionalism and discipline, highlighting their role as the first point of contact in both government and private offices.Speaking at the 13th Tanzania Personal Secretaries Association (TAPSEA) conference in Arusha, Dr.

Nchimbi told over 5,000 participants that personal secretaries are the face of their institutions, and their conduct can either build or break confidence among visitors and colleagues.He emphasized the importance of confidentiality and warned strongly against leaking sensitive information.

The VP also criticized employers who do not sponsor their secretaries to attend professional conferences, reminding ministers to ensure employees’ rights to professional development are upheld.

Minister Ridhiwani Kikwete announced that the government will create 45,000 jobs in the 2026/2027 financial year, with opportunities for TAPSEA members.Additionally, promotions and service structure adjustments will benefit tens of thousands of public servants.TAPSEA Chairperson Zuhura Maganga highlighted access to higher education for secretaries, while Dr.Haroun Ali Suleiman praised the association for strengthening Mainland-Zanzibar professional unity.Dr.

Nchimbi urged fair leadership elections within TAPSEA and announced that participants will visit wildlife conservation areas in Arusha, blending professional growth with exposure to Tanzania’s tourism.The conference stressed that innovation, accountability, integrity, and efficiency are key to sustainable development in the workplace.