Tanzania is a country with a very young population: around 70 percent of people are under the age of 30. Every year, between 1 and 1.5 million young people enter the labor market. However, the number of formal jobs is low, with over 80 percent of the population working in the informal sector. Many young people find it difficult to find a qualified entry-level job, while at the same time companies complain about a lack of suitable applicants. One reason for this is that the Tanzanian school system is heavily focused on rote learning and therefore hardly teaches key skills such as teamwork, communication skills, or independent problem solving. Employers repeatedly report deficits in social and personal skills. However, these are qualities that are crucial in modern working life. This is where the Dual Training project comes in, closely combining theory and practice and opening up better opportunities for young people on the labor market.

The project, in cooperation with the Jobortunity organization in Arusha, opens up new perspectives for 35 young people through a one-year, practice-oriented qualification program. The training combines a four-month theoretical part with a subsequent eight-month practical phase in a company, primarily in the catering and tourism industry. The courses focus on topics such as time management, teamwork, self-confidence, professional attitude, and communication skills. Application training and the preparation of documents complement the program.

During the practical training in the company, the young people are closely supervised by Jobortunity trainers. Regular group reflections ensure that the experiences in the company are processed and integrated into the further learning process. Even after completing the program, graduates receive further advice, help with job applications, and support in finding employment.

The success rate is exceptionally high: around 75 percent of participants find employment afterwards or are hired directly – a remarkably high figure in the Tanzanian labor market.

The dual training project in cooperation with Jobortunity is helping to significantly improve opportunities for young people in Tanzania. It gives young people from disadvantaged backgrounds the opportunity to take control of their professional future, while also strengthening the local labor market with qualified young talent.

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