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What You Need to Know<\/h4>\n

The Workers Compensation Fund (WCF) and the National Institute of Transport (NIT) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to enhance road safety and reduce workplace accidents. This partnership aims to prevent accidents through training and awareness, addressing the significant number of claims related to road incidents.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Africa-Press – Tanzania. <\/strong> <\/span>THE Workers Compensation Fund (WCF) and the National Institute of Transport (NIT) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen road safety, reduce workplace accidents and enhance compensation awareness.<\/p>\n

The partnership brings together WCF\u2019s role in compensation and NIT\u2019s mandate in training and research, with a shared focus on preventing accidents before they occur.<\/p>\n

Speaking before the signing, WCF Director General, Dr John Mduma, said the fund provides compensation to workers who suffer injuries or occupational diseases arising from their work, noting that a large share of claims is linked to road accidents. \u201cWe have been receiving reports of workplace injuries and road accidents.<\/p>\n

More than 54 per cent of complaints are related to accidents, and most of these are motor vehicle accidents,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

He added that many of those affected include trainees and workers in transit, making prevention efforts critical at both training and operational levels. \u201cMost of the accidents we see involve motor vehicles while on transit. Those who get injured are our clients, including those currently undergoing training,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

Dr Mduma said the agreement will enable the two institutions to jointly address the root causes of accidents through training, awareness, and better use of data.<\/p>\n

\u201cTo reduce accidents, it is important to go upstream by equipping trainees with knowledge on how to protect themselves, reduce negligence, and understand procedures for accessing compensation if accidents occur,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

He cautioned against informal settlements following accidents, warning that such arrangements may result in loss of rightful compensation.<\/p>\n

\u201cSome people believe that settling matters informally resolves everything, but that is not true. You may end up losing your rights or those of others involved,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

Dr Mduma expressed confidence that the partnership will deliver mutual benefits despite resource constraints.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe believe this agreement will bring value to both institutions. We understand resources are limited, but with what is available, we will strive to use them effectively,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

On his part, NIT Rector, Prof Prosper Mgaya, said road accidents account for a significant portion of compensation cases, underscoring the need for stronger preventive measures.<\/p>\n

He said NIT\u2019s core mandate includes training, research, and consultancy, with increasing focus on road safety awareness through its Centre of Excellence.<\/p>\n

\u201cAs an institution, we not only provide training but also conduct research and awareness campaigns in road safety,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

Prof Mgaya said that while improvements in road infrastructure reduce travel time, they can also lead to increased speeds and accidents if not matched with safety education.<\/p>\n

\u201cWhen roads improve, travel time reduces, but speed and accidents may increase. That is why awareness is critical,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

He said the collaboration reflects a shift from response to prevention, combining WCF\u2019s downstream compensation role with NIT\u2019s upstream focus on training and awareness. Globally, more than one million people die each year due to road accidents, with between three and five percent of the world\u2019s economy lost in managing accident-related impacts, he said.<\/p>\n

\u201cWith this MoU, we are taking the partnership to another level, including access to data that will help reduce road accidents and benefit both citizens and the national economy,\u201d he said. Speaking on behalf of stakeholders, Road Safety Ambassadors (RSA) Tanzania Administrative Officer, Ms Irene Msellem, said the agreement aligns with national efforts to curb road accidents and that implementation has already begun.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis MoU is part of the national strategy to reduce road accidents. We have already started implementing some of these commitments,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n

Ms Msellem pledged continued support from stakeholders. \u201cI commend this step and assure you that road safety ambassadors are ready to support wherever needed,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n

Road safety has become a critical issue globally, with millions of lives lost each year due to accidents. In Tanzania, road accidents significantly impact workplace safety and compensation claims. The collaboration between WCF and NIT marks a proactive approach to tackle these challenges through education and awareness, aiming to reduce the high incidence of motor vehicle-related injuries among workers and trainees. By focusing on prevention, the partnership seeks to create a safer environment for all road users.<\/p>\n

Find more news and analyses on Tanzania<\/span> on the Africa Press<\/span> website<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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