A formal announcement has been issued today, 14 November 2025, by the President of the United Republic of Tanzania during the official opening of the 13th Parliament, declaring the commencement of recruitment for 12,000 new positions in the health and education sectors. In her address to Parliament, the President emphasized that the government has approved 7,000 teaching positions and 5,000 healthcare positions as part of an ongoing national effort to strengthen essential public services across the country. She noted that these sectors form the backbone of national development, and that improving staffing levels is a critical investment in the wellbeing and future of the nation. The President stated that the decision to announce these jobs at the opening of Parliament reflects the administration’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and timely delivery of key public service reforms.
The President explained that the education sector will receive the largest share of the newly approved positions, with 7,000 opportunities for qualified teachers at various levels. This move aims to address long-standing gaps caused by population growth, expansion of schools, and the ongoing need to reduce student-to-teacher ratios. She highlighted that the government has made significant progress in constructing new classrooms and improving school infrastructure nationwide, but that infrastructure alone is not enough without sufficient and competent teaching staff. By adding 7,000 teachers, the government aims to ensure that every child in Tanzania has access to quality education delivered in a conducive learning environment.
The President also underscored the importance of improving professional development systems, including continuous training and capacity-building for teachers who will be deployed under this new recruitment initiative.
In the health sector, the President announced the approval of 5,000 new positions for various cadres of healthcare professionals. She noted that this expansion is especially crucial at a time when Tanzania continues to strengthen its health system to respond to emerging challenges, including disease outbreaks, rising demands for maternal and child health services, and increasing pressure on facilities in both rural and urban areas.
The recruitment of nurses, clinical officers, doctors, laboratory technicians, and other critical health professionals will help improve service delivery in hospitals, health centers, and dispensaries across the nation. Additionally, the President emphasized that the new workforce will support ongoing government reforms aimed at ensuring equitable access to high-quality healthcare services, particularly in underserved and remote communities.