THE government has reiterated its commitment to accelerating digital transformation in education by making electronic learning more affordable, accessible and effective, as part of broader efforts to bridge the digital divide and promote inclusive development.

Dr Doto Biteko, the deputy premier and Energy minister, made this affirmation at the 18th international conference and exhibition on digital education, training and skills development in Dar es Salaam yesterday.

He said that Tanzania is strategically embracing technology to drive national development and close educational gaps, noting that the government is working to lead digital transformation across the country and in the continent.

The National Development Vision 2050 identifies digital technology as a key enabler of economic growth and global competitiveness, he said, citing the National ICT Policy and the 2024 Digital Economy Strategic Framework.

Both these policy initiatives are designed to expand digital infrastructure and extend e-learning resources to remote and underserved communities, he said, stressing that to secure Africa’s future, we must rethink how we educate and build human capital.

“Everyone, regardless of their backgrounds, must have access to quality education that equips them for the challenges ahead,” he declared, while Prof. Adolf Mkenda, the Education, Science and Technology minister, said the conference provides a crucial platform in fostering education diplomacy and spurring innovation across the continent.

“This is an ideal space to share experiences and best practices that will help shape a workforce ready for the 21st century,” he said, underlining that shared efforts will ultimately drive inclusive and sustainable socioeconomic development.

The forum not only informs Tanzania’s digital learning policy but also enhances the country’s standing as a rising tech hub poised for regional and international partnerships, he said.

With the country hosting the conference for the second time, co-organized by eLearning Africa, Education ministry and the UN agency UNESCO, it brings together global experts, policymakers and educators to map out evolving trends in digital education and skills development, he added.