ARUSHA, Tanzania: Tanzania’s Prime Minister Mwigulu Nchemba called on Sunday for parents and communities to reinforce moral education, warning that declining social values could threaten the nation’s stability.
Speaking at a church service in Arusha, Nchemba stressed respect for elders, leaders, and institutions as central to social cohesion. He cited online abuse, weakening family structures, and erosion of authority as challenges facing young people.
“Unchecked moral decay can gradually erode the foundations of our society,” he said, urging families to guide children toward ethical and civic responsibility.
Nchemba also highlighted the government’s cooperation with faith-based organisations, including revising laws for tax exemptions and resolving banking issues affecting churches.
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During the service, President Samia Suluhu Hassan donated 50 million Tanzanian shillings ($19,500) toward a new cathedral in Arusha, which will accommodate 1,000 worshippers and include classrooms and ICT facilities.
Religious leaders welcomed the initiative, emphasising the role of faith institutions in promoting ethics, tolerance, and national unity.
