Tanzania, Feb. 20 -- The words that teachers use in the classroom carry great weight and have the power to shape and influence the lives of their students.

Whether they sow seeds of encouragement or cast shadows of doubt, teachers have a power that extends far beyond the confines of academics, leaving a permanent imprint on the hearts and minds of their students for years to come.

This can be proved by Fatma Mkamba, 43, now a successful entrepreneur in Dar es Salaam. As she reminisces about her primary school days, Fatma recalls the unwavering support of her teacher, Mr Malinyi.

"He always believed in me, even when I doubted myself. He would often say, 'Fatma, you have a brilliant mind. Keep pushing yourself, and you'll achieve great t...