The Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA) has invested over TSH 37 million in tax education at Tosamaganga Secondary School in Iringa. The donation includes 20 computers, one printer, one photocopier, 270 T-shirts, and various books and publications on tax education. This initiative aims to educate young people about the importance of taxes and build a culture of voluntary tax compliance. The donation was made on October 30, 2026, as part of TRA's commitment to support the school's centenary celebrations.
According to TRA's Iringa Regional Manager, Mai Gloria Saria, the donation is part of TRA's strategy to invest in tax education for young people. Saria noted that TRA wants to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to understand their tax obligations and contribute to national development. The equipment will enable students to use technology to conduct research, promote creativity, and access accurate information on tax and national development.
Saria emphasized that tax education is essential for building a sense of patriotism and responsibility among citizens. She encouraged the students to use the equipment effectively and become ambassadors of tax education for their peers and the surrounding community. Saria also stressed the importance of voluntary tax compliance, stating that taxes are a crucial source of revenue for the government to fund social services such as education, healthcare, and infrastructure.
Hudson Kamoga, TRA's Manager of Communication and Customer Service, stated that the donation is part of TRA's plan to strengthen tax clubs in schools across the country. Kamoga emphasized that the goal is to create a generation that pays taxes not because of enforcement but because they understand its importance and see it as a patriotic duty. He noted that tax education should start early to instill a sense of responsibility among young people.
Laurent Manga, the Headmaster of Tosamaganga Secondary School, revealed that the school's tax club was established in 2025 and currently has 270 members. Manga expressed gratitude to TRA for its continued support, stating that the equipment will enhance the students' understanding of tax obligations and promote a culture of voluntary tax compliance. He noted that the school previously had some ICT equipment, but it was insufficient to meet the students' needs.
Joshua Msafiri, a member of the school's leadership, stated that the equipment will support the school's goal of promoting technology-based learning and teaching. Msafiri noted that the equipment will enable students to conduct research and improve their academic performance. Godfrey Mbonde, a student and member of the Tax Club, expressed excitement about the donation, stating that it will provide them with more knowledge about taxes and their contribution to national development.
The donation is expected to have a positive impact on tax education and compliance among young people in Tanzania. The TRA's initiative is aligned with the government's efforts to promote a culture of voluntary tax compliance and enhance revenue collection. The equipment will be used to educate students about tax obligations, and the importance of contributing to national development through taxes.
Key points
- The Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA) has invested over TSH 37 million in tax education at Tosamaganga Secondary School in Iringa.
- The donation includes ICT equipment such as computers, printers, and photocopiers, as well as books and publications on tax education.
- The initiative aims to promote a culture of voluntary tax compliance among young people and equip them with the knowledge and skills necessary to understand their tax obligations.
