Peer educators from the Prime Minister’s Office (Policy, Parliament, and Coordination) have been urged to adopt innovative and contemporary approaches to delivering health education in the workplace.
They are encouraged to carry out their duties with patriotism and professionalism to help foster a healthier and more productive working environment.
This call was made by Mr. Eleuter Kihwele, Acting Permanent Secretary in the Prime Minister’s Office, on behalf of the Permanent Secretary, Dr. Jim James Yonazi, during the official opening of a two-day training workshop for peer educators held in Morogoro on May 15, 2025.
Mr. Kihwele stated that the training aims to strengthen the capacity of peer educators in disseminating health information—especially at a time when society faces a rising burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and other health challenges.
“This training includes key topics. I urge you to pay close attention so you can help your fellow staff members gain a deeper understanding of issues such as HIV and AIDS, as well as non-communicable diseases,” said Mr. Kihwele.
He also praised the planning and organization of the training, noting that it would provide new insight and direction for positioning the Prime Minister’s Office as a leading example in promoting health education among public servants.
According to Mr. Kihwele, peer educator training is conducted annually to assess the implementation of current guidelines, identify existing challenges, and develop more effective strategies for disease prevention within departments and units.
Ms. Mwanaamani Mtoo, Assistant Director for Community Diversity Management at the President’s Office – Public Service Management and Good Governance, commended the Prime Minister’s Office for its continued success in implementing peer education guidelines.
“As human resource managers, we applaud the progress you’ve made. Sustaining these efforts is a vital step in combating the spread of HIV and AIDS and addressing non-communicable diseases in the workplace,” said Ms. Mtoo.
The Prime Minister’s Office remains committed to prioritizing the health and well-being of its staff by offering health skills training to peer educators and empowering them to serve as ambassadors for positive health change within their respective workplaces.