The government has invested TZS 1.694 billion in the construction of Mgombe Secondary School, an engineering-focused secondary school in Mlele District, Katavi Region, under the Secondary Education Quality Improvement Project (SEQUIP) aimed at strengthening practical and technical education for young Tanzanians.
Prime Minister Dr. Mwigulu Nchemba laid the foundation stone for the school on March 15, 2026, during his working tour in Katavi Region where he is inspecting and monitoring the implementation of development projects.
Construction of the school has already reached 99 percent completion, bringing closer the start of a new learning centre that will equip students with practical engineering skills.
The school will offer technical training in several fields including automobile mechanics, plumbing, solar energy systems, and automotive electrical engineering.
The programmes are designed to give students hands-on experience and technical knowledge needed in modern industries.
Through these courses, students will gain skills that can help them start their own businesses, secure employment in technical sectors, or continue with higher education in engineering and related fields.
Speaking during the event, the Prime Minister said the government continues to strengthen the education sector by investing in schools that focus on science, technology and practical skills to prepare young people for the demands of the job market.
The establishment of Mgombe Secondary School is expected to expand access to quality secondary education with a strong focus on vocational and technical skills, particularly for students in Katavi Region and neighbouring areas.
The initiative also supports the government’s broader agenda of promoting industrial development and youth empowerment by ensuring that students graduate with skills that are relevant to the country’s economic transformation.
