MOROGORO, Nov. 23 -- THE Tanzanian government is fast-tracking the expansion of technical and vocational education to equip young Tanzanians with practical skills, with a focus on constructing and upgrading infrastructure at Vocational Education and Training Authority (VETA) colleges.

Currently, 80 VETA colleges are operational nationwide, while 65 more are under construction across various councils.

VETA Board Member Abdulhamad Masai, speaking at the 28th graduation ceremony of VETA Mikumi College, said the government aims to establish 145 colleges by 2026 to broaden access to technical skills.

“This initiative is part of our strategy to produce skilled professionals in different sectors. Communities should embrace opportunities...