The Government, through the Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries, has intensified efforts to strengthen the skills of livestock officers by providing targeted refresher training aimed at enhancing service delivery to farmers and boosting livestock production nationwide.
The two-day training concluded today, March 10, 2026, at the IFM Hall in Chato District, Geita Region, bringing together officers from both the Lake and Western Zones.
The program focused on equipping participants with practical knowledge and modern approaches to livestock management.
Speaking at the closing ceremony, the Ministry’s Permanent Secretary representative and Chief Veterinary Officer, Ms. Mary Yongolo, commended the officers for their dedication and discipline during the training. She urged them to apply the knowledge gained to improve their performance at their respective stations.
“Make the insights you have acquired a driving force to enhance your work and deliver tangible results in the livestock sector,” Ms. Yongolo said.
The Chato District Council representative, Dr. Sostenes Nkombe, also praised participants for their active engagement and encouraged them to serve as role models for colleagues upon returning to their workplaces.
He highlighted that such training is crucial in boosting officers’ efficiency and supporting local-level development in the livestock sector.
Representing the trainees, Frank Ipugute, a Livestock Officer from Chato District, thanked the Ministry for organizing the program.
He called for similar training sessions to be conducted regularly and extended to council levels, ensuring that more officers can benefit and provide better services to farmers.
The Ministry’s initiative is part of ongoing efforts to professionalize livestock services, enhance productivity, and support Tanzania’s broader goal of sustainable agricultural development.
