Tanzania Boosts Digital Education with New Computer Lab Launch
In a move to enhance digital literacy and equip students with modern technology skills, the Tanzanian government has launched a new computer laboratory at Manushi Secondary School in the Kilimanjaro region. The initiative is part of a broader effort to advance digital education across all school levels, from primary to higher learning institutions.
Speaking at the launch, Dr. Nkundwe Mwasaga, Director General of the Information and Communication Technologies Commission (ICTC), emphasized the importance of digital literacy in today’s rapidly evolving world. "We must ensure that we provide digital education from primary schools to higher learning institutions. The technology sector is growing rapidly, and Tanzania must not lag behind," he said.
The government, through institutions like ICTC, has invested significantly in nurturing students’ technological talents, with the goal of producing innovative experts capable of addressing the demands of a digital world. The launch of the computer lab coincided with Manushi Secondary School’s 15th graduation ceremony, and Dr. Mwasaga noted that this milestone would greatly contribute to developing the technological skills of the students and benefiting the surrounding community.
The computer lab was made possible through a partnership with QSoft Technology Company, which has been supporting digital education projects in schools. Dr. Mwasaga praised QSoft for its initiative, saying that such efforts provide a strong foundation for nurturing digital competence in young Tanzanians. QSoft’s Chief Executive Officer, Engineer Amali Bahanza, explained that the company introduced its digital education program five years ago to improve digital literacy in primary and secondary schools, particularly in rural areas.
As part of the program, QSoft provided 22 computers worth over 50 million Tanzanian shillings to Manushi Secondary School. The school’s headteacher, Mr. Khamis Mbawa, expressed gratitude to QSoft for the initiative, which he said would greatly enhance students’ technological skills.
The launch of the computer lab is a significant step towards advancing digital education in Tanzania, and it is expected to have a positive impact on the country’s economic development. With the government’s commitment to digital education and the support of stakeholders like QSoft, Tanzania is well on its way to producing a digitally literate workforce capable of competing in the global economy.
