ZANZIBAR: MINISTER of State in the Vice-President’s Office (Union and Environment), Engneer Hamad Masauni, has urged young people to make greater use of opportunities created by the Union between Tanzania Mainland and Zanzibar, particularly in education, employment and business.
Eng Masauni said the government was committed to creating an environment that enables young people to benefit from the Union, including through access to higher education supported by government loans.
He made the remarks in Pemba over the weekend while speaking at a graduation ceremony at an Islamic college, where he encouraged young people to use available opportunities to improve their lives and contribute to national development.
“Young people, you should take advantage of the many opportunities available to you, particularly in education, employment and business,” said Eng Masauni.
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He commended government efforts to prioritise education through investment in infrastructure and the strengthening of teachers’ colleges in Zanzibar.
He said the initiatives demonstrated the government’s commitment to equipping young people with the knowledge and skills needed to contribute to the education of future generations.
Eng Masauni said sustainable development depended on having an educated and skilled population with knowledge, creativity, good morals and the ability to respond to national challenges.
He said improving education was a shared responsibility involving the two governments, education institutions, teachers, parents, leaders, communities and other stakeholders.
Eng Masauni also urged teachers to continuously improve their knowledge and skills to keep pace with developments in science, technology and information and communication technology (ICT).
He said rapid changes in technology and the wider economy required teachers to remain adaptable and better equipped to prepare students for emerging challenges and opportunities.