Overview
The President’s Office – Regional Administration and Local Government (PO-RALG), commonly known as TAMISEMI, is a key government institution in Tanzania responsible for overseeing regional development and local governance. Established under Articles 145 and 146 of the 1977 Constitution of the United Republic of Tanzania, PO-RALG coordinates the administration of regional secretariats and local government authorities (LGAs) across the country.
PO-RALG’s primary mandate includes formulating policies, strategies, and guidelines to enhance service delivery at the local level. It supports LGAs in areas such as education, health, infrastructure, and community development, aiming to improve the quality of life for Tanzanians. The office also plays a pivotal role in implementing decentralization by devolution (D-by-D) policies, which empower local governments to make decisions that directly affect their communities .
