Tanzania to Establish Dedicated Ministry for Youth Affairs

Dodoma – President Samia Suluhu Hassan has announced plans to establish a fully-fledged Ministry dedicated to Youth Affairs as part of comprehensive efforts to address challenges facing young people across Tanzania.

During her address to Parliament on November 14, 2025, President Samia revealed that the decision follows extensive deliberation, emphasizing that youth issues require focused and specialized attention that cannot be effectively managed under a department handling multiple competing mandates.

"We in Government have reflected on the need to have a complete Ministry that will deal with Youth Affairs. We have resolved to create a full Ministry instead of retaining a department burdened with many responsibilities," the President told Parliament.

In addition to the new ministry, President Samia announced plans to appoint Presidential Advisers on Youth Affairs within the Office of the President. These advisers will provide direct counsel on matters affecting young people, including their needs, opportunities, and obstacles.

The President emphasized that the new governmental structure aims to strengthen national efforts to empower youth, enhance their participation in national development, and ensure that their concerns receive the priority attention they deserve.

This strategic initiative marks a significant shift in how Tanzania approaches youth development and engagement at the national level.