President Samia Calls for Increased Female Leadership"

Samia Urges Women to Step Up and Lead Ahead of General Election

DAR ES SALAAM: As the nation prepares for the upcoming General Election, President Samia Suluhu Hassan has called on women to step forward and contest for leadership positions, urging those already in office to balance their public duties with family and social responsibilities.

Speaking at the 10th anniversary celebration of the Female Future Programme and the graduation of its 10th cohort, organized by the Association of Tanzania Employers (ATE), the President highlighted the importance of women’s active participation in decision-making processes. The event was held in Dar es Salaam yesterday and was followed by the 7th Annual Leadership Conference, 2025.

“This is an election year, and it is crucial that participants of this programme, including Members of Parliament (MPs), take the lead in increasing the number of qualified women in leadership roles, either by running for office themselves or by encouraging other capable women to compete,” President Samia stated.

She urged women to support one another, emphasizing the importance of unity and the need to dismantle harmful traditions and economic disadvantages that often fuel competition and exclusion among women.

“We should not allow the pressures of leadership to make us forget our social responsibilities of nurturing and raising our children. Education and leadership positions should not overshadow our duty to our families,” the President warned.

She also cautioned against neglecting family duties, which could lead to significant social consequences such as loneliness in old age, as well as negative behavior from children who feel neglected by parents who failed to invest time in their upbringing.

“It could also result in children becoming dependent, becoming a burden to society and setting back efforts to empower girls,” President Samia continued.

She stressed that gender equality is not about women surpassing men, but rather about adhering to the Tanzanian Constitution’s Article 12, which asserts the equality of all human beings. “At birth, men and women are equal, and what differentiates us later is the upbringing and nurturing we receive,” she added.

She further encouraged women leaders to perform their duties with professionalism and integrity, ensuring that their focus and goals remain clear. “With the training you have received, you can achieve anything,” she concluded.

The Female Future Programme, introduced in Tanzania in 2015, is designed to promote gender equality in the workplace and increase women's representation in leadership roles across both private and public sectors. The program was originally launched in Norway by the Confederation of the Norwegian Enterprise (NHO) and has been supported in Tanzania by ATE.

Norwegian Ambassador to Tanzania, Ms. Tone Tinnes, emphasized that women are often the key drivers of societal change. She noted that while the participation of women in Norway’s workforce has strengthened the country’s society, this was not always the case.

“For women to fully participate in leadership, men must also be engaged in breaking stereotypes, removing barriers, and creating spaces for women to thrive,” she said.

Suzanne Ndomba-Doran, the Executive Director and CEO of ATE, stated that the programme has trained an average of 45 participants annually, with the largest cohort being the 10th group. A total of 642 women have received training through the programme, with 102 reaching senior leadership positions and others taking on higher responsibilities or board roles.

Ms. Ndomba-Doran also shared plans to expand training to female police officers in the future, expressing gratitude for the ongoing support from the Norwegian government and other partners.

Samia Urges Women to Step Up and Lead Ahead of General Election

DAR ES SALAAM: As the nation prepares for the upcoming General Election, President Samia Suluhu Hassan has called on women to step forward and contest for leadership positions, urging those already in office to balance their public duties with family and social responsibilities.

Speaking at the 10th anniversary celebration of the Female Future Programme and the graduation of its 10th cohort, organized by the Association of Tanzania Employers (ATE), the President highlighted the importance of women’s active participation in decision-making processes. The event was held in Dar es Salaam yesterday and was followed by the 7th Annual Leadership Conference, 2025.

“This is an election year, and it is crucial that participants of this programme, including Members of Parliament (MPs), take the lead in increasing the number of qualified women in leadership roles, either by running for office themselves or by encouraging other capable women to compete,” President Samia stated.

She urged women to support one another, emphasizing the importance of unity and the need to dismantle harmful traditions and economic disadvantages that often fuel competition and exclusion among women.

“We should not allow the pressures of leadership to make us forget our social responsibilities of nurturing and raising our children. Education and leadership positions should not overshadow our duty to our families,” the President warned.

She also cautioned against neglecting family duties, which could lead to significant social consequences such as loneliness in old age, as well as negative behavior from children who feel neglected by parents who failed to invest time in their upbringing.

“It could also result in children becoming dependent, becoming a burden to society and setting back efforts to empower girls,” President Samia continued.

She stressed that gender equality is not about women surpassing men, but rather about adhering to the Tanzanian Constitution’s Article 12, which asserts the equality of all human beings. “At birth, men and women are equal, and what differentiates us later is the upbringing and nurturing we receive,” she added.

She further encouraged women leaders to perform their duties with professionalism and integrity, ensuring that their focus and goals remain clear. “With the training you have received, you can achieve anything,” she concluded.

The Female Future Programme, introduced in Tanzania in 2015, is designed to promote gender equality in the workplace and increase women's representation in leadership roles across both private and public sectors. The program was originally launched in Norway by the Confederation of the Norwegian Enterprise (NHO) and has been supported in Tanzania by ATE.

Norwegian Ambassador to Tanzania, Ms. Tone Tinnes, emphasized that women are often the key drivers of societal change. She noted that while the participation of women in Norway’s workforce has strengthened the country’s society, this was not always the case.

“For women to fully participate in leadership, men must also be engaged in breaking stereotypes, removing barriers, and creating spaces for women to thrive,” she said.

Suzanne Ndomba-Doran, the Executive Director and CEO of ATE, stated that the programme has trained an average of 45 participants annually, with the largest cohort being the 10th group. A total of 642 women have received training through the programme, with 102 reaching senior leadership positions and others taking on higher responsibilities or board roles.

Ms. Ndomba-Doran also shared plans to expand training to female police officers in the future, expressing gratitude for the ongoing support from the Norwegian government and other partners.

Samia Urges Women to Step Up and Lead Ahead of General Election

DAR ES SALAAM: As the nation prepares for the upcoming General Election, President Samia Suluhu Hassan has called on women to step forward and contest for leadership positions, urging those already in office to balance their public duties with family and social responsibilities.

Speaking at the 10th anniversary celebration of the Female Future Programme and the graduation of its 10th cohort, organized by the Association of Tanzania Employers (ATE), the President highlighted the importance of women’s active participation in decision-making processes. The event was held in Dar es Salaam yesterday and was followed by the 7th Annual Leadership Conference, 2025.

“This is an election year, and it is crucial that participants of this programme, including Members of Parliament (MPs), take the lead in increasing the number of qualified women in leadership roles, either by running for office themselves or by encouraging other capable women to compete,” President Samia stated.

She urged women to support one another, emphasizing the importance of unity and the need to dismantle harmful traditions and economic disadvantages that often fuel competition and exclusion among women.

“We should not allow the pressures of leadership to make us forget our social responsibilities of nurturing and raising our children. Education and leadership positions should not overshadow our duty to our families,” the President warned.

She also cautioned against neglecting family duties, which could lead to significant social consequences such as loneliness in old age, as well as negative behavior from children who feel neglected by parents who failed to invest time in their upbringing.

“It could also result in children becoming dependent, becoming a burden to society and setting back efforts to empower girls,” President Samia continued.

She stressed that gender equality is not about women surpassing men, but rather about adhering to the Tanzanian Constitution’s Article 12, which asserts the equality of all human beings. “At birth, men and women are equal, and what differentiates us later is the upbringing and nurturing we receive,” she added.

She further encouraged women leaders to perform their duties with professionalism and integrity, ensuring that their focus and goals remain clear. “With the training you have received, you can achieve anything,” she concluded.

The Female Future Programme, introduced in Tanzania in 2015, is designed to promote gender equality in the workplace and increase women's representation in leadership roles across both private and public sectors. The program was originally launched in Norway by the Confederation of the Norwegian Enterprise (NHO) and has been supported in Tanzania by ATE.

Norwegian Ambassador to Tanzania, Ms. Tone Tinnes, emphasized that women are often the key drivers of societal change. She noted that while the participation of women in Norway’s workforce has strengthened the country’s society, this was not always the case.

“For women to fully participate in leadership, men must also be engaged in breaking stereotypes, removing barriers, and creating spaces for women to thrive,” she said.

Suzanne Ndomba-Doran, the Executive Director and CEO of ATE, stated that the programme has trained an average of 45 participants annually, with the largest cohort being the 10th group. A total of 642 women have received training through the programme, with 102 reaching senior leadership positions and others taking on higher responsibilities or board roles.

Ms. Ndomba-Doran also shared plans to expand training to female police officers in the future, expressing gratitude for the ongoing support from the Norwegian government and other partners.

Samia Urges Women to Step Up and Lead Ahead of General Election

DAR ES SALAAM: As the nation prepares for the upcoming General Election, President Samia Suluhu Hassan has called on women to step forward and contest for leadership positions, urging those already in office to balance their public duties with family and social responsibilities.

Speaking at the 10th anniversary celebration of the Female Future Programme and the graduation of its 10th cohort, organized by the Association of Tanzania Employers (ATE), the President highlighted the importance of women’s active participation in decision-making processes. The event was held in Dar es Salaam yesterday and was followed by the 7th Annual Leadership Conference, 2025.

“This is an election year, and it is crucial that participants of this programme, including Members of Parliament (MPs), take the lead in increasing the number of qualified women in leadership roles, either by running for office themselves or by encouraging other capable women to compete,” President Samia stated.

She urged women to support one another, emphasizing the importance of unity and the need to dismantle harmful traditions and economic disadvantages that often fuel competition and exclusion among women.

“We should not allow the pressures of leadership to make us forget our social responsibilities of nurturing and raising our children. Education and leadership positions should not overshadow our duty to our families,” the President warned.

She also cautioned against neglecting family duties, which could lead to significant social consequences such as loneliness in old age, as well as negative behavior from children who feel neglected by parents who failed to invest time in their upbringing.

“It could also result in children becoming dependent, becoming a burden to society and setting back efforts to empower girls,” President Samia continued.

She stressed that gender equality is not about women surpassing men, but rather about adhering to the Tanzanian Constitution’s Article 12, which asserts the equality of all human beings. “At birth, men and women are equal, and what differentiates us later is the upbringing and nurturing we receive,” she added.

She further encouraged women leaders to perform their duties with professionalism and integrity, ensuring that their focus and goals remain clear. “With the training you have received, you can achieve anything,” she concluded.

The Female Future Programme, introduced in Tanzania in 2015, is designed to promote gender equality in the workplace and increase women's representation in leadership roles across both private and public sectors. The program was originally launched in Norway by the Confederation of the Norwegian Enterprise (NHO) and has been supported in Tanzania by ATE.

Norwegian Ambassador to Tanzania, Ms. Tone Tinnes, emphasized that women are often the key drivers of societal change. She noted that while the participation of women in Norway’s workforce has strengthened the country’s society, this was not always the case.

“For women to fully participate in leadership, men must also be engaged in breaking stereotypes, removing barriers, and creating spaces for women to thrive,” she said.

Suzanne Ndomba-Doran, the Executive Director and CEO of ATE, stated that the programme has trained an average of 45 participants annually, with the largest cohort being the 10th group. A total of 642 women have received training through the programme, with 102 reaching senior leadership positions and others taking on higher responsibilities or board roles.

Ms. Ndomba-Doran also shared plans to expand training to female police officers in the future, expressing gratitude for the ongoing support from the Norwegian government and other partners.

Samia Urges Women to Step Up and Lead Ahead of General Election

DAR ES SALAAM: As the nation prepares for the upcoming General Election, President Samia Suluhu Hassan has called on women to step forward and contest for leadership positions, urging those already in office to balance their public duties with family and social responsibilities.

Speaking at the 10th anniversary celebration of the Female Future Programme and the graduation of its 10th cohort, organized by the Association of Tanzania Employers (ATE), the President highlighted the importance of women’s active participation in decision-making processes. The event was held in Dar es Salaam yesterday and was followed by the 7th Annual Leadership Conference, 2025.

“This is an election year, and it is crucial that participants of this programme, including Members of Parliament (MPs), take the lead in increasing the number of qualified women in leadership roles, either by running for office themselves or by encouraging other capable women to compete,” President Samia stated.

She urged women to support one another, emphasizing the importance of unity and the need to dismantle harmful traditions and economic disadvantages that often fuel competition and exclusion among women.

“We should not allow the pressures of leadership to make us forget our social responsibilities of nurturing and raising our children. Education and leadership positions should not overshadow our duty to our families,” the President warned.

She also cautioned against neglecting family duties, which could lead to significant social consequences such as loneliness in old age, as well as negative behavior from children who feel neglected by parents who failed to invest time in their upbringing.

“It could also result in children becoming dependent, becoming a burden to society and setting back efforts to empower girls,” President Samia continued.

She stressed that gender equality is not about women surpassing men, but rather about adhering to the Tanzanian Constitution’s Article 12, which asserts the equality of all human beings. “At birth, men and women are equal, and what differentiates us later is the upbringing and nurturing we receive,” she added.

She further encouraged women leaders to perform their duties with professionalism and integrity, ensuring that their focus and goals remain clear. “With the training you have received, you can achieve anything,” she concluded.

The Female Future Programme, introduced in Tanzania in 2015, is designed to promote gender equality in the workplace and increase women's representation in leadership roles across both private and public sectors. The program was originally launched in Norway by the Confederation of the Norwegian Enterprise (NHO) and has been supported in Tanzania by ATE.

Norwegian Ambassador to Tanzania, Ms. Tone Tinnes, emphasized that women are often the key drivers of societal change. She noted that while the participation of women in Norway’s workforce has strengthened the country’s society, this was not always the case.

“For women to fully participate in leadership, men must also be engaged in breaking stereotypes, removing barriers, and creating spaces for women to thrive,” she said.

Suzanne Ndomba-Doran, the Executive Director and CEO of ATE, stated that the programme has trained an average of 45 participants annually, with the largest cohort being the 10th group. A total of 642 women have received training through the programme, with 102 reaching senior leadership positions and others taking on higher responsibilities or board roles.

Ms. Ndomba-Doran also shared plans to expand training to female police officers in the future, expressing gratitude for the ongoing support from the Norwegian government and other partners.

Samia Urges Women to Step Up and Lead Ahead of General Election

DAR ES SALAAM: As the nation prepares for the upcoming General Election, President Samia Suluhu Hassan has called on women to step forward and contest for leadership positions, urging those already in office to balance their public duties with family and social responsibilities.

Speaking at the 10th anniversary celebration of the Female Future Programme and the graduation of its 10th cohort, organized by the Association of Tanzania Employers (ATE), the President highlighted the importance of women’s active participation in decision-making processes. The event was held in Dar es Salaam yesterday and was followed by the 7th Annual Leadership Conference, 2025.

“This is an election year, and it is crucial that participants of this programme, including Members of Parliament (MPs), take the lead in increasing the number of qualified women in leadership roles, either by running for office themselves or by encouraging other capable women to compete,” President Samia stated.

She urged women to support one another, emphasizing the importance of unity and the need to dismantle harmful traditions and economic disadvantages that often fuel competition and exclusion among women.

“We should not allow the pressures of leadership to make us forget our social responsibilities of nurturing and raising our children. Education and leadership positions should not overshadow our duty to our families,” the President warned.

She also cautioned against neglecting family duties, which could lead to significant social consequences such as loneliness in old age, as well as negative behavior from children who feel neglected by parents who failed to invest time in their upbringing.

“It could also result in children becoming dependent, becoming a burden to society and setting back efforts to empower girls,” President Samia continued.

She stressed that gender equality is not about women surpassing men, but rather about adhering to the Tanzanian Constitution’s Article 12, which asserts the equality of all human beings. “At birth, men and women are equal, and what differentiates us later is the upbringing and nurturing we receive,” she added.

She further encouraged women leaders to perform their duties with professionalism and integrity, ensuring that their focus and goals remain clear. “With the training you have received, you can achieve anything,” she concluded.

The Female Future Programme, introduced in Tanzania in 2015, is designed to promote gender equality in the workplace and increase women's representation in leadership roles across both private and public sectors. The program was originally launched in Norway by the Confederation of the Norwegian Enterprise (NHO) and has been supported in Tanzania by ATE.

Norwegian Ambassador to Tanzania, Ms. Tone Tinnes, emphasized that women are often the key drivers of societal change. She noted that while the participation of women in Norway’s workforce has strengthened the country’s society, this was not always the case.

“For women to fully participate in leadership, men must also be engaged in breaking stereotypes, removing barriers, and creating spaces for women to thrive,” she said.

Suzanne Ndomba-Doran, the Executive Director and CEO of ATE, stated that the programme has trained an average of 45 participants annually, with the largest cohort being the 10th group. A total of 642 women have received training through the programme, with 102 reaching senior leadership positions and others taking on higher responsibilities or board roles.

Ms. Ndomba-Doran also shared plans to expand training to female police officers in the future, expressing gratitude for the ongoing support from the Norwegian government and other partners.

Samia Urges Women to Step Up and Lead Ahead of General Election

DAR ES SALAAM: As the nation prepares for the upcoming General Election, President Samia Suluhu Hassan has called on women to step forward and contest for leadership positions, urging those already in office to balance their public duties with family and social responsibilities.

Speaking at the 10th anniversary celebration of the Female Future Programme and the graduation of its 10th cohort, organized by the Association of Tanzania Employers (ATE), the President highlighted the importance of women’s active participation in decision-making processes. The event was held in Dar es Salaam yesterday and was followed by the 7th Annual Leadership Conference, 2025.

“This is an election year, and it is crucial that participants of this programme, including Members of Parliament (MPs), take the lead in increasing the number of qualified women in leadership roles, either by running for office themselves or by encouraging other capable women to compete,” President Samia stated.

She urged women to support one another, emphasizing the importance of unity and the need to dismantle harmful traditions and economic disadvantages that often fuel competition and exclusion among women.

“We should not allow the pressures of leadership to make us forget our social responsibilities of nurturing and raising our children. Education and leadership positions should not overshadow our duty to our families,” the President warned.

She also cautioned against neglecting family duties, which could lead to significant social consequences such as loneliness in old age, as well as negative behavior from children who feel neglected by parents who failed to invest time in their upbringing.

“It could also result in children becoming dependent, becoming a burden to society and setting back efforts to empower girls,” President Samia continued.

She stressed that gender equality is not about women surpassing men, but rather about adhering to the Tanzanian Constitution’s Article 12, which asserts the equality of all human beings. “At birth, men and women are equal, and what differentiates us later is the upbringing and nurturing we receive,” she added.

She further encouraged women leaders to perform their duties with professionalism and integrity, ensuring that their focus and goals remain clear. “With the training you have received, you can achieve anything,” she concluded.

The Female Future Programme, introduced in Tanzania in 2015, is designed to promote gender equality in the workplace and increase women's representation in leadership roles across both private and public sectors. The program was originally launched in Norway by the Confederation of the Norwegian Enterprise (NHO) and has been supported in Tanzania by ATE.

Norwegian Ambassador to Tanzania, Ms. Tone Tinnes, emphasized that women are often the key drivers of societal change. She noted that while the participation of women in Norway’s workforce has strengthened the country’s society, this was not always the case.

“For women to fully participate in leadership, men must also be engaged in breaking stereotypes, removing barriers, and creating spaces for women to thrive,” she said.

Suzanne Ndomba-Doran, the Executive Director and CEO of ATE, stated that the programme has trained an average of 45 participants annually, with the largest cohort being the 10th group. A total of 642 women have received training through the programme, with 102 reaching senior leadership positions and others taking on higher responsibilities or board roles.

Ms. Ndomba-Doran also shared plans to expand training to female police officers in the future, expressing gratitude for the ongoing support from the Norwegian government and other partners.

Samia Urges Women to Step Up and Lead Ahead of General Election

DAR ES SALAAM: As the nation prepares for the upcoming General Election, President Samia Suluhu Hassan has called on women to step forward and contest for leadership positions, urging those already in office to balance their public duties with family and social responsibilities.

Speaking at the 10th anniversary celebration of the Female Future Programme and the graduation of its 10th cohort, organized by the Association of Tanzania Employers (ATE), the President highlighted the importance of women’s active participation in decision-making processes. The event was held in Dar es Salaam yesterday and was followed by the 7th Annual Leadership Conference, 2025.

“This is an election year, and it is crucial that participants of this programme, including Members of Parliament (MPs), take the lead in increasing the number of qualified women in leadership roles, either by running for office themselves or by encouraging other capable women to compete,” President Samia stated.

She urged women to support one another, emphasizing the importance of unity and the need to dismantle harmful traditions and economic disadvantages that often fuel competition and exclusion among women.

“We should not allow the pressures of leadership to make us forget our social responsibilities of nurturing and raising our children. Education and leadership positions should not overshadow our duty to our families,” the President warned.

She also cautioned against neglecting family duties, which could lead to significant social consequences such as loneliness in old age, as well as negative behavior from children who feel neglected by parents who failed to invest time in their upbringing.

“It could also result in children becoming dependent, becoming a burden to society and setting back efforts to empower girls,” President Samia continued.

She stressed that gender equality is not about women surpassing men, but rather about adhering to the Tanzanian Constitution’s Article 12, which asserts the equality of all human beings. “At birth, men and women are equal, and what differentiates us later is the upbringing and nurturing we receive,” she added.

She further encouraged women leaders to perform their duties with professionalism and integrity, ensuring that their focus and goals remain clear. “With the training you have received, you can achieve anything,” she concluded.

The Female Future Programme, introduced in Tanzania in 2015, is designed to promote gender equality in the workplace and increase women's representation in leadership roles across both private and public sectors. The program was originally launched in Norway by the Confederation of the Norwegian Enterprise (NHO) and has been supported in Tanzania by ATE.

Norwegian Ambassador to Tanzania, Ms. Tone Tinnes, emphasized that women are often the key drivers of societal change. She noted that while the participation of women in Norway’s workforce has strengthened the country’s society, this was not always the case.

“For women to fully participate in leadership, men must also be engaged in breaking stereotypes, removing barriers, and creating spaces for women to thrive,” she said.

Suzanne Ndomba-Doran, the Executive Director and CEO of ATE, stated that the programme has trained an average of 45 participants annually, with the largest cohort being the 10th group. A total of 642 women have received training through the programme, with 102 reaching senior leadership positions and others taking on higher responsibilities or board roles.

Ms. Ndomba-Doran also shared plans to expand training to female police officers in the future, expressing gratitude for the ongoing support from the Norwegian government and other partners.