The Ministry of Education, Science and Technology has requested the government to approve about TZS2.3 trillion for the 2026/2027 financial year, aimed at strengthening the education sector through improved infrastructure, expanded learning facilities, and wider use of technology in schools and colleges.
Presenting the ministry’s revenue and expenditure estimates on May 7, 2026, in the National Assembly in Dodoma, the Minister for Education, Science and Technology, Prof. Adolf Mkenda said the funds will focus on strategic development projects designed to improve access and quality of education across the country.
He said the government plans to channel the budget into the construction of new classrooms, student dormitories, laboratories, and vocational training centres, as well as the purchase of teaching and learning materials.
According to him, the investment is part of ongoing efforts to ensure that schools and higher learning institutions have adequate facilities to accommodate the growing number of students.
He noted that education remains a key priority sector because it plays a central role in building skilled human capital needed to drive national development and economic growth.
Prof. Mkenda further explained that a significant share of the funds will be directed toward development projects, with emphasis on reducing overcrowding in schools and improving learning environments, especially in underserved areas.
The ministry also plans to strengthen technical and vocational education and training (TVET) institutions to equip young people with practical skills that match labour market demands and support self-employment opportunities.
In addition, the proposed budget will support the expansion of digital learning systems, including the use of information and communication technology (ICT) in classrooms to improve access to modern teaching tools and learning materials.
Lawmakers are expected to review and debate the proposal before approving it as part of the national budget for the 2026/2027 fiscal year.
The move reflects the government’s continued efforts to reform the education sector by improving infrastructure, increasing enrolment capacity, and ensuring more equitable access to quality education across all regions of the country.
