Dodoma Regional Commissioner Encourages Graduates to Embrace Self-Employment
In a powerful statement, Dodoma Regional Commissioner Rosemary Senyamule has urged graduates to take advantage of the government's efforts to foster self-employment. She believes that the government's focus on infrastructure and education has paved the way for graduates to unlock economic opportunities.
The commissioner's remarks came at the 60th graduation ceremony of the College of Business Education (CBE), where a remarkable 2,086 graduates from the class of 2025 received their certificates. The event, held at the prestigious Jakaya Kikwete Convention Centre, served as a platform for Ms. Senyamule to highlight the government's achievements.
Here's the intriguing part: She emphasized the Sixth Phase Government's swift actions in enhancing university and middle-level education, positioning graduates to excel in the job market. But the real controversy lies in her claim that this will intensify competition, especially among university graduates, who can now seek employment based on their qualifications. This raises the question: Is this a fair playing field for all?
Ms. Senyamule attributed the government's push for self-employment to the scarcity of formal job opportunities. She pointed out that investments in roads, the Standard Gauge Railway, and electricity access in all villages have opened doors for diverse economic activities and employment.
Adding to the conversation, CBE Governing Board Chairperson Prof. Zakaria Mganilwa emphasized the board's role in ensuring accountability, aiming to produce business professionals ready for local and global challenges. And this is where it gets interesting: The CBE Rector, Prof. Edda Lwoga, revealed the institution's commitment to academic excellence since its founding by Mwalimu Julius Nyerere in 1965, adapting curricula to market demands.
One graduate, Ms. Irene Mtui, shared how her education will empower her career. She echoed the call for graduates to embrace self-employment, especially in Dodoma, to contribute to the region's growth.
The CBE, established by Act of Parliament No. 31 of 1965, now operates under the Ministry of Industry and Trade, continuing its mission to educate and empower.
But what do you think? Is self-employment the best path for graduates, or should they seek traditional employment? Share your thoughts below and let's spark a meaningful discussion!
