The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Community Development, Gender, Women, and Special Groups, Dr. John Jingu, has urged operators of daycare centers, children’s homes, and safe houses across Tanzania to invest in high-quality childcare services.
Speaking on August 29, 2025, at a conference held as part of Social Welfare Week at the Social Welfare College in Kijitonyama, Dar es Salaam, Dr. Jingu emphasized that proper child upbringing should be at the heart of the services provided by these centers.
He called on center owners to strictly follow laws and operational guidelines while teaching children patriotism to build a motivated society that loves its country.
“Let us continue working together to ensure our services meet high standards and help children grow on a solid foundation,” Dr. Jingu said.
He highlighted the importance of recognizing the critical role of social service providers and strengthening collaboration with the government to build a nation that prioritizes child welfare.
This includes setting up robust systems to report incidents of abuse and improve safety in centers.
Dr. Jingu also encouraged owners to hire qualified professionals with expertise in child development and social welfare to improve service quality and foster national and regional unity.
He noted that, under the 2025/26 financial year plans, the government will support the construction of 154 daycare centers, 10 safe houses, 10 psychological support centers, and other welfare services for children.
Partnerships with financial institutions will also be explored to ensure the long-term sustainability of these centers.
Representatives from the President’s Office – Regional Administration and Local Government (PO-RALG), Children in Crossfire (CIC), and UNICEF pledged continued collaboration with the government and stakeholders to ensure children receive quality care in accordance with official guidelines.
The Union of Owners of Daycare Centers and Children’s Homes confirmed their commitment to cooperating with the government and stakeholders to provide quality services, train childcare professionals, and ensure compliance with regulations.
