The government has injected over TSh 36.596 billion into Dodoma Region through the Secondary Education Quality Improvement Project (SEQUIP), marking a significant milestone in the drive to expand access to quality education and reduce learning disparities.
The funding channeled through the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology has been utilized to construct 41 new secondary schools, reflecting the government’s bold commitment to ensuring no child is left behind in pursuit of academic excellence.
Dodoma Regional Education Officer Mr. Vicent Kayombo outlined the strategic projects made possible by the SEQUIP funds.
“The investment has enabled the construction of a wide range of educational infrastructure across the region. These include a girls' secondary school, a zonal boys’ school, 36 ward-level schools, a regional vocational training school, and two ward-level vocational centres,” he said.
Beyond new schools, the funds have also facilitated the construction of 77 classrooms, 119 pit latrines, 19 science laboratories, 22 student dormitories, and 22 staff houses addressing critical infrastructure gaps and enhancing the teaching and learning environment.
Among the flagship projects is the Manchali Girls’ Secondary School, built at a cost of TSh 4.45 billion, as well as a regional vocational school constructed in Manchali village, Chamwino District, with an investment of TSh 1.6 billion.
Mr. Kayombo commended President Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan and her administration for prioritizing education development.
“This is a transformational investment. It will not only bring schools closer to students especially those in remote areas but will also reduce drop-out rates caused by long travel distances and enhance academic performance by giving students more time to study,” he said.
The SEQUIP initiative aims to strengthen Tanzania’s secondary education system by improving infrastructure, enhancing teacher deployment, and ensuring that learning remains inclusive and equitable. The Dodoma Region is one of the biggest beneficiaries of the program so far.
This investment comes at a time when the demand for secondary education is on the rise, driven by Tanzania’s efforts to implement free basic education and accommodate a growing youth population.
Mr. Kayombo emphasized that the region will continue to work closely with stakeholders to ensure the sustainability of the new infrastructure and maintain high standards of teaching and learning.
With this bold step forward, Dodoma stands as a model for how targeted public investment, backed by strong political will, can reshape the educational landscape and empower the next generation.
