Joseph Isangura
The teaching profession in Tanzania, integral to child development, is facing mounting concerns over ethical breaches.
Recent data from the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) reveals troubling trends in teacher misconduct, including inappropriate relationships with students, alcohol abuse, and extreme anger towards pupils.
Since 2016, the TSC has recorded 11,396 disciplinary cases involving 7,579 teachers across the country. Key issues include forgery, with 1,438 cases (33.5%), romantic relationships with students (328 cases), alcohol abuse (89 cases), and negligence (56 cases).
Mariam Mwanilwa, TSC Commissioner, points out that teachers born between 1980 and 1988 are notably overrepresented in these complaints. This age group has shown a higher frequency of misconduct compared to other age groups.
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“These statistics highlight the need for further investigation into the types of offenses, the age of the teachers involved, and the reasons behind these trends,” Mwanilwa said.
The increasing rate of ethical violations among Tanzanian educators calls for immediate action to address these issues and ensure the integrity of the teaching profession. A stable and ethical educational environment is crucial for the positive development of students.
