DAR ES SALAAM: Twenty-five Tanzanian students have graduated from various academic programmes in Indonesia, marking another milestone in the growing education partnership between the two countries.
The graduates, who completed studies at different universities across Indonesia, include holders of PhDs, Master’s degrees and other professional qualifications.
The achievement was celebrated during the Tanzania Students Association in Indonesia (TASAI) 2026 graduation ceremony held on June 27, 2026, in collaboration with the Tanzania Embassy in Indonesia.
Representing Tanzania’s Ambassador to Indonesia, Macocha Tembele, at the event, Suleiman A. Saleh congratulated the graduates and urged them to use the knowledge, skills and experience gained abroad to contribute to Tanzania’s development.
He said the embassy remains committed to strengthening cooperation with the Indonesian government, universities and education stakeholders to expand opportunities for Tanzanians in higher education, training and knowledge exchange.
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Additionally, Saleh said the efforts are part of Tanzania’s economic diplomacy agenda and the government’s broader goal of building a skilled workforce capable of driving employment and national development.
According to him, the visits between Tanzania and Indonesia have helped open more opportunities for academic cooperation and increased access to scholarships for Tanzanian youth.
For the 2026 academic year, 37 Tanzanian students have secured scholarships from the Indonesian government to pursue studies at undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral levels.
The graduation ceremony brought together graduates, students, TASAI leaders, invited guests and students from different countries studying in Indonesia.
TASAI leaders and graduates commended the Tanzanian Embassy for its continued support, guidance and commitment to improving the welfare and academic success of Tanzanian students in Indonesia.
The event concluded with the presentation of certificates, a shared meal and cultural entertainment, celebrating the academic achievements of Tanzanian students abroad.