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TAEC calls for increased funding for STEM education programmes


Published on 2024-12-05 01:41:48 - IPPMEDIA
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  • Najat Mohammed has emphasized the need for increased funding and resources for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) programmes to better equip students to address community challenges.

The Tanzania Education Authority (TAEC) has urged the government to increase funding for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education programs to enhance the country's technological advancement. During a recent stakeholders' meeting in Dar es Salaam, TAEC emphasized the critical role of STEM in driving innovation and economic growth. They highlighted the need for better-equipped laboratories, more qualified teachers, and updated curricula to meet global standards. The call for increased investment comes as Tanzania aims to position itself as a hub for technological innovation in Africa, with TAEC pointing out that current funding levels are insufficient to support the necessary expansion and improvement of STEM education across the nation.

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