In recent years, regulatory scrutiny over employer compliance with statutory social security obligations has intensified across Tanzania. The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) has increasingly strengthened enforcement measures against employers who fail to remit statutory social security contributions for their employees through inspections, investigations, and court proceedings. 

10 June 26

Established under the National Social Security Fund Act, Cap. 50 R.E. 2023 (NSSF Act), the NSSF is mandated to register members, collect contributions, and safeguard employees’ entitlement to social security benefits.

This article outlines employers’ statutory obligations to remit NSSF contributions, the enforcement powers of the NSSF, and the consequences of non‑compliance.

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Should you have any questions regarding the information in this legal alert, please do not hesitate to contact Geofrey Dimoso.

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Contributors

1. Joel Kimale – Associate
2. William Mushi – Trainee Lawyer

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