TRITA launches training to improve immigration services, national security

Moshi. The Kilimanjaro Regional Immigration Training Institute (TRITA) has commenced specialized training for stakeholders from various public and private sector organizations across the country, as part of efforts to address security and immigration challenges.

Launching the training, the head of TRITA and Assistant Commissioner of Immigration, Ms Hoja Mahiba, stated that the institute is continually enhancing the country’s information and communication technology (ICT) systems to ensure foreign visitors receive high-quality services upon entering the country.

"Thanks to technological advancements, the Immigration Department has kept pace. We are using the E-Immigration system, which allows us to offer services such as residency permits more efficiently," said Ms Mahiba.

"This training will enable stakeholders to better understand the services we provide, ensuring they can assist visitors without significant concerns," she added.

She Mahiba also emphasized that the training is essential for equipping stakeholders to manage visitor services and resolve any challenges that may arise, particularly when issuing residency permits.

The retired Immigration Commissioner and former head of TRITA, Maurice David, explained that the training would enhance national security by enabling stakeholders to identify foreign visitors who may enter the country without following proper procedures.

"Our goal is to ensure that visitors entering the country are properly identified, safeguarding our nation’s security. Visitors entering through informal channels may have illicit intentions, so it is vital for Tanzanians to be aware of these issues and know how to handle them," said Mr David.

A stakeholder from the tourism sector, Ms Ritha Ndetambura, noted that the training would help address challenges, particularly when dealing with visitors arriving with expired permits.

"This training will assist us in overcoming the challenges we face at work, as some visitors come with expired permits. We are receiving professional guidance on how to manage this situation," said Ms Ndetambura.

Meanwhile, Pastor Emmanuel Joseph stated that the training would help stakeholders identify visitors entering the country through improper channels and report them to the relevant authorities for appropriate action.