Why Samia’s move to establish Youth ministry is apt

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President Samia Suluhu Hassan addresses Parliament in Dodoma on November 14, 2025. PHOTO | SAID KHAMIS

Dar es Salaam. Tensions during the recent election unrest, where many of those involved were young people, have reignited debate over Tanzania’s youth challenges.

Most of those who took to the streets were unemployed, economically strained and demanding urgent reforms in how the government addresses their concerns. The unrest highlighted the pressing need for targeted government action to engage and support the country’s youth.