DODOMA, Aug. 11 -- THE Youth Development Fund has disbursed over 58bn/- out of the 200bn/- allocated to finance youth-led projects, particularly in agriculture, fisheries and the information sector.

The Permanent Secretary in the Presidents Office - Youth Development, Ms Jenifa Omolo, said in Dodoma yesterday that the funds are being channelled through sectoral ministries and her office, as pledged by the President.

She was briefing reporters ahead of the International Youth Day commemorations scheduled to take place in the capital from to day, August 11, to 12, 2026.

“So far, more than 58bn/- has been released to support young people, and disbursement is ongoing,” she said.

Ms Omolo noted that this years theme, “Dif...