Tanzania, July 14 -- Dar es Salaam. Education stakeholders have called for stronger efforts to eliminate violence in schools, saying safe learning environments are essential for improving academic performance and enabling children to realise their full potential.

Speaking during the launch of the Safe Learning Assessment in Tanzania, organised by HakiElimu, stakeholders said fear, intimidation and abuse undermine children's confidence, participation and overall development.

HakiElimu Head of Programme Godfrey Boniventura said quality education cannot be achieved without protecting children from violence.

"A child's right to education cannot be separated from the right to safety and protection. Schools should be places of hope, not fear...