How acute teacher shortage threatens education quality

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Tanzania is grappling with an acute shortage of primary and secondary school teachers, according to new statistics.  PHOTO | FILE

Dar es Salaam. The need for teachers in Tanzania is critical due to the rising number of students requiring education and the high demand for quality graduates.

Despite government efforts to narrow the teacher gap at primary and secondary levels, statistics reveal a significant need for more teachers, especially competent ones.