Charles Kichere
Charles Kichere is the Controller and Auditor General (CAG) of Tanzania, known for his commitment to enhancing the financial independence of public institutions. He recently emphasized the government's strategy to strengthen state-owned enterprises economically, encouraging them to operate without relying on state subsidies. Kichere advocates for these organizations to generate profits and contribute dividends to the government, promoting economic growth and national development. His leadership aims to foster transparency, accountability, and the effective use of technology in public sector management.
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Controller and Auditor General (CAG) Mr Charles Kichere had also shed light on the underlying challenges in town planning activities that have exacerbated the current crisis.
Why Dar roads keep flooding despite regular repairs
Tanzania· 2026-03-03
Charles Kichere is referenced in the article for his report on the IPTL scandal.
Kabwe says ready to face IPTL court case, spill the beansTanzania· 2025-05-19
CAG Charles Kichere noted that the TRC incurred a loss of Sh224 billion in the 2023/2024 financial year.
SGR, ATCL claim bulk of Sh2.75 trillion transport budgetTanzania· 2025-05-16
CAG Charles Kichere reported that Sh44.96 billion in local revenues was not collected.
Negligence in local governments costs Tanzania billionsTanzania· 2025-04-20
CAG Charles Kichere recommended a timely review of project proposals and improved monitoring systems.
Sh1.26 trillion lost as carbon trade projects stallTanzania· 2025-04-20
CAG Charles Kichere conducted the performance audit on the administration of EFDs.
CAG: Over 88 percent of Tanzanian traders not using EFD machinesTanzania· 2025-04-18
Charles Kichere is the Controller and Auditor General who raised concerns about the sustainability of pension funds in Tanzania.
CAG sounds alarm on Tanzania’s pension funds sustainability amid massive govt debtsTanzania· 2025-04-18
CAG Charles Kichere reported that project delays had led to overpayments exceeding Sh90 billion for the audited projects.
Revealed: Cost of operational flaws in state entitiesTanzania· 2025-04-17CAG Charles Kichere revealed that Sh2.59 trillion collected by the Tanzania Revenue Authority was not fully remitted to the intended institutions.
CAG flags Sh1.14 trillion collected by TRA but not remittedTanzania· 2025-04-16Charles Kichere, the Controller and Auditor General, revealed that four Airbus A220 aircraft belonging to Air Tanzania Company Limited were grounded for extended periods.
CAG flags prolonged grounding of four ATCL aircraft, soaring debtsTanzania· 2025-04-16Charles Kichere is the Controller and Auditor General who revealed the financial misdirection in local government authorities and Dart.
Dart, local authorities on the spot for diversion of Sh16 billionTanzania· 2025-04-16Mr Charles Kichere, the Controller and Auditor General, presented his annual audit report to Parliament regarding the Tanzania Railways Corporation's performance.
Tanzania Railways Corporation misses five-year passenger transport target by 72 percentTanzania· 2025-04-16Controller and Auditor General Charles Kichere recommended a system to review all rejected claims and provide timely feedback to the relevant departments.
Stakeholders propose solutions to resolve NHIF, hospital payment disputesTanzania· 2025-04-05
Mr. Charles Kichere, the Controller and Auditor General, discussed NHIF's rejection of claims from public hospitals in a recent report.
Fraud Crisis: NHIF and health centres facing overwhelming deceptionTanzania· 2025-04-04
According to the Controller and Auditor General (CAG), Charles Kichere, Tanzania’s national debt has risen significantly.
Why PPP are central to $700 billion GDP targetTanzania· 2025-03-31
Charles Kichere is the Controller and Auditor General who disclosed significant claims against Tanesco from IPTL.
Tanesco vs IPTL: The saga continuesTanzania· 2025-03-28
Charles Kichere presented his annual audit report for the 2023/24 financial year to President Samia Suluhu Hassan.
CAG reveals improvement in public expenditure, but…Tanzania· 2025-03-27Charles Kichere reported that the Tanzania Railways Corporation incurred a loss of Sh224 billion in the 2023/2024 financial year.
Tanzania Railway Corporation incurred Sh224 billion loss in one year, CAG report revealsTanzania· 2025-03-27Charles Kichere presented the findings of his audit to President Samia Suluhu Hassan.
Air Tanzania’s annual losses surge 67% to Sh91.8 billion, CAG's new report showsTanzania· 2025-03-27Charles Kichere is the Controller and Auditor General who reported on Tanzania's national debt.
Tanzanian government debt approaches Sh100 trillion but remains sustainableTanzania· 2025-03-27Charles Kichere is the Controller and Auditor General of Tanzania who emphasizes the need for public institutions to become economically self-sufficient.
CAG Kichere ayang’ata sikio mashirika ya ummaTanzania· 2025-02-27