TangaYetu empowers youth with essential skills as the District Commissioner launches a key financial resource. The TangaYetu initiative, through the Global Opportunity Youth Network (GOYN) – Tanga project, has successfully concluded a week-long bus conductor training program for 50 youth in Tanga City. This training aimed to equip participants with the crucial professionalism, work ethics, and essential skills needed to expand employment opportunities for young people in the transport sector.
Youth Development Fund Launched to Support Transport Sector Jobs
Youth Development Fund for the Transport Sector was officially launched by the Tanga District Commissioner, Hon. Dadi Kolimba, at the closing ceremony held at the TangaYetu offices. Hon. Kolimba commended TangaYetu and GOYN partners for their continuous efforts in empowering youth with practical knowledge that prepares them for both formal and self-employment opportunities. He urged the graduates to apply their foundational knowledge in public transport operations with discipline and responsibility to become role models in the industry.
Transport Sector Jobs: Graduates Urged to Apply Skills with Professionalism
Transport sector jobs are now within reach for the 50 graduates, who are urged to immediately apply their acquired skills. GOYN Director, Dr. Hassani, encouraged the new graduates to seek employment, emphasizing that they are now qualified to serve as professional conductors and attendants. He specifically called on public transport institutions in Tanga to offer them job opportunities. This training directly addresses the need for skilled and ethical personnel in the industry.
Road Safety Education: Graduates Become Ambassadors for Safe Travel
Road safety education was a critical element of the training, transforming the graduates into crucial ambassadors for safe travel. The Regional Traffic Safety Commander, ASP Eliud Mwaisanila, urged the new conductors to adhere strictly to transport laws and regulations and to actively educate their peers to help reduce unnecessary road accidents. ASP Mwaisanila stressed, “Road safety is everyone’s responsibility,” highlighting the vital role these attendants play in ensuring passengers travel safely and comfortably.
TangaYetu: Catalyst for Self-Reliance and Economic Opportunities
TangaYetu: Catalyst for self-reliance and economic opportunities is demonstrated by the completion of this training and the launch of the youth fund. This effort is part of TangaYetu’s ongoing commitment through the GOYN Tanga project to empower young people with the skills, knowledge, and economic opportunities necessary for personal and community development. TangaYetu remains a catalyst for positive change, building the capacity for youth to achieve self-reliance and make a meaningful contribution to the region’s development.
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