Tanzania increases investments in educational infrastructure to improve learning environment in its schools 

DODOMA: THE Tanzanian government has continued implementing measures to improve learning environments for students across the country through investments in educational infrastructure, including the construction and renovation of dormitories, classrooms, laboratories, libraries, and sanitation facilities in various learning institutions.

Responding to a question in Parliament in Dodoma today, June 16, 2026, the Deputy Minister for Education, Science and Technology Wanu Hafidh Ameir said the government is strengthening accommodation infrastructure in higher learning institutions to ensure students have safe, conducive, and supportive environments for their studies.

She noted that the efforts include the construction of new dormitories, rehabilitation of existing facilities, and the development of other essential academic infrastructure. According to the deputy minister, new student hostels are currently being built in several institutions to accommodate the growing number of students enrolling in higher education each year.

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Ameir further explained that the government continues to allocate funds for the construction of hostels and other educational infrastructure based on the availability of resources. At the same time, it is encouraging private sector players and other stakeholders to invest in student housing near higher learning institutions to expand accommodation options.

According to the deputy minister, collaboration between the government and development partners will help increase the availability of quality and secure student housing. She said the initiative is expected to enhance student welfare and improve learning outcomes as demand for higher education continues to rise across the country.