Effectiveness of the prevention of corruption act chapter 329 to combat corruption in Tanzania

This dissertation examines the extent of corruption in Tanzania regardless of efforts taken by the government and the implementation of the National Anti Corruption Strategy. It looks into whether the Prevention of Corruption Act is effective enough to deter corrupt practices and contain corruption in Tanzania. In chapter two, this study looks at the historical overview and development of corruption from a moral sin to a crime. Chapter three covers the relevance and purpose of the United Nations Convention Against Corruption of 2003, the African Union Convention on Preventing and Combating Corruption of 2003 and the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Protocol Against Corruption. It discusses the will demonstrated by the international and regional community to address a global challenge. For, if crime crosses borders, so must law enforcement. In chapter four, the question whether the Prevention of Corruption Act (PCA) is still suitable to tackle corruption and has the teeth to ‘bite’ is addressed. Several developments have taken place and this chapter evaluates its effectiveness and adequacy in tackling and preventing corruption in Tanzania. Chapter five provides recommendations for more impetus to the efforts towards combating corruption in Tanzania in the 21st century.