"Ensure that the laws you draft meet both present and future needs." — Attorney General
The Attorney General, Hon. Hamza S. Johari, has urged the Office of the Chief Parliamentary Draftsman to actively participate in drafting legislation that aligns with and facilitates the implementation of the National Development Vision 2050.
Speaking during a management meeting at the Office of the Chief Parliamentary Draftsman in Dodoma on November 3, 2025, Hon. Johari emphasized that the institution plays a critical role in ensuring that newly drafted laws meet both present and future national development needs.
He noted that achieving the objectives of the National Development Vision 2050 requires robust, modern legal frameworks capable of supporting long-term economic and social progress.
“I expect this office not to merely focus on drafting laws upon receiving instructions, but to proactively engage in collaboration with relevant institutions in identifying areas that require legal reforms,” the Attorney General stated.
Furthermore, Hon. Johari directed the management to formulate a strategic plan detailing how the office will support the execution of Vision 2050 through legislative drafting, statutory reviews, and law revision.
During his visit, the Attorney General commended the Office of the Chief Parliamentary Draftsman for its commendable performance and milestones achieved in legal drafting, law revision, translation of legislation, and the delivery of specialized legal services.
Welcoming the Attorney General, the Chief Parliamentary Draftsman, Mr. Onorius Njole, highlighted ongoing initiatives to modernize operational systems through ICT. He revealed that the office has commenced the development of a Legislative Drafting Management System designed to streamline workflow and improve efficiency.
Mr. Njole added that the office will continue coordinating capacity-building programs to enhance staff skills and reinforce institutional performance.