Dar es Salaam. Private sector employers have been urged to recognise and include casual labourers when registering workers in the National Electronic Labour Market Information System, in a move aimed at improving visibility, efficiency, and fairness in the workplace.
The call was made on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, by the Acting Assistant Director for Employment and Skills Development from the Prime Minister’s Office [Labour, Employment and Industrial Relations], Mr Godwin Mpelumbe.
He was addressing participants during a training session on the National Electronic Labour Market Information System held at the NSSF Hall in Dar es Salaam.
Mr Mpelumbe stressed that proper registration of all categories of workers, including casual labourers, would enhance accountability, promote equal treatment, and ensure that labour data accurately reflects realities on the ground.
He said the system is designed to improve planning, policymaking, and service delivery within the labour sector.
He added that recognising casual workers within the system would also help in tracking employment trends, improving access to opportunities, and safeguarding workers’ rights.
According to him, such measures are essential for promoting decent work and sustainable productivity across sectors.
The training aimed to equip employers with the necessary skills to submit timely and accurate employment data from their respective workplaces.
It forms part of the government’s broader efforts to modernise labour market management through digital platforms.
A total of 75 employers from the private sector attended the session.
They were introduced to the system’s functionalities, including data entry, reporting tools, and mechanisms for accessing information on available job opportunities across various institutions.
Participants were also guided on how the platform can support efficient workforce planning, compliance with labour regulations, and enhanced coordination between employers and government authorities.
Speaking on behalf of the participating employers, Ms Hope Lema from Shely’s Pharmaceutical Limited commended the government for continuously providing training and awareness on the system.
She said the initiative would significantly improve the speed and accuracy of labour market data submission, particularly when employers are operating in the field.
Ms Lema noted that the system would enable employers to contribute more effectively to national employment statistics while also benefiting from access to up-to-date labour market information.
She added that this would support informed recruitment decisions and promote transparency.
The government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening labour market systems to foster inclusive growth, decent employment, and sustainable economic development.
