WUHAN, CHINA — We are thrilled to share a monumental milestone for TEDI Tanzania on the international stage! During the high-level Opening Plenary of the 2026 World Youth Development Forum (WYDF) held in Wuhan, China, our flagship initiative—the “One Computer Lab One School” program—was officially recognized following the selection for 2026 Acceleration Week for global Youth Development Programs.  Pitching to Global Leaders & Policymakers Our Founder and Executive Director Ms. Gloria Anderson, took to the main stage during the opening plenary to pitch our model directly to an audience of world leaders, policymakers, and international youth advocates from over 120 countries. Notable global dignitaries in attendance included: Dr. Felipe Paullier, United Nations Assistant Secretary-General for Youth Affairs. Leadership from the All-China Youth Federation (ACYF). High-level representatives from UN agencies.  Gloria delivered an impassioned address highlighting the reality of digital equity in rural African communities, sharing how traditional learning leaves students studying technology straight from text chalkboards, and how TEDI Tanzania is rewriting that narrative. “Believe in young people’s ideas. Invest in our scalable, proven frameworks,” Gloria urged the plenary, calling on international development partners to back grassroots, youth-led solutions. Built to Scale: The “One Computer Lab One School” Framework What

On 26 March 2026, TEDI proudly launched a new computer laboratory at Kibasila Secondary School, marking an important milestone in expanding access to digital learning for students in Temeke Municipality. The launch event was honored by the presence of Hon. Mwanaiddi Mohamed Torroha – District Academic Officer (DAO) – TEMEKE,  Mr. Owen Voskuhl, President of Drexel TechServe, parents, and the entire Kibasila school community—including administrators, teachers, support staff, and students—demonstrating strong shared commitment to advancing education through technology.

January 2026 marked an important milestone with the launch of our seventh computer lab at ViziwaZiwa Secondary School. The lab was officially inaugurated by the District Commissioner Hon. Nickson Simon, highlighting growing local government commitment to expanding digital access for students in under-served communities.

TEDI is honored to have been featured at the Clinton Global Initiative in New York City, USA on 25 September 2025. Along with three other organisations who were chosen for their Commitment to Action plan, it was a powerful reminder that Clinton Global Initiative stands with us and our partners in ensuring underserved schools in Tanzania gain meaningful access to digital opportunities. This recognition fuels our commitment to scale digital access and bridge the education divide. Our thanks to Clinton Global Initiative for this incredible platform, and even more importantly, to our partners — GivePower , Drexel TechServ and the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology — for walking this journey with us. This is only the beginning. We are just getting started — the future of digital learning in Tanzania is bright! Watch the video with TEDI featured on the CGI Leaders Stage: What’s Next for Quality and Accessible Education? video here:

A quiet digital revolution is reshaping education across Hai District in Kilimanjaro Region, where classrooms that once relied solely on chalkboards and textbooks are now home to modern computer labs. The transformation is driven by the One Computer Lab, One School initiative by the Tanzania Enlightenment Development Innovations (TEDI), which is equipping schools with digital tools and bridging the gap between traditional education and the demands of the 21st century. With each lab installed, students gain access to technology that enhances their academic experience while preparing them for a future increasingly shaped by digital skills. One of the latest beneficiaries is Moshi Nkuu Secondary School, where TEDI has established a fully equipped computer lab. Read more here: https://dailynews.co.tz/new-computer-labs-transform-hai-education/

The Hai District Commissioner, Lazaro Jacob, has praised the partnership between Tanzania Enlightenment Development Innovations (TEDI) and Drexel University for establishing a new computer lab at Saashisha Secondary School, advancing digital literacy for students and teachers. Read more here: https://dailynews.co.tz/hai-dc-praises-partnership-for-new-computer-lab/#google_vignette  

At the 2023 World Youth Development Forum, the “One Computer Lab One School” project initiated by Tanzania Enlightenment Development Innovations (TEDI) was selected as one of the first 100 Excellence Actions under the Action Plan for Global Youth Development.  Read our Founder’s story and experience at the World Youth Development Forum (WYDF) here: https://www.wydf.org.cn/en/News/Highlights/202408/t20240829_797466.htm

In August 2024, TEDI was honoured to be invited to the World Youth Development Forum in Beijing. Executive Director Gloria Anderson delivered a keynote at the forum’s opening ceremony, sharing insights about the One  Computer Lab, One  School project and its impact on youth in Tanzania. The forum, which opened on International Youth Day (12 August 2024) gathered more than 2000 youth leaders and policymakers from over 130 countries. “Being given a platform to speak about our work and its impact was humbling,” Anderson wrote in her personal reflection. She thanked the All‑China Youth Federation and the forum committee for the opportunity, and expressed gratitude to supporters and partners who have rallied behind TEDI. Anderson emphasised that the vision of equipping youth with digital skills will continue to take shape, stating, “The world is waiting for the youth from under‑privileged communities in Tanzania to reveal their hidden treasures!”

Tanzania Enlightenment Development Innovations (TEDI) has announced a new board of directors, ushering in a fresh era of leadership and strategic direction. The organisation expressed gratitude to the outgoing board for laying a strong foundation over the past three years. The new board is chaired by Dr Darlene Mutalemwa, Acting Head of the Department of Short Courses, Research and Consultancy at Mzumbe University’s Dar‑es‑Salaam campus. Dr Mutalemwa brings extensive expertise in development studies and SME consultancy. Johnpaul Thadei Mwakilasa, Co‑founder and Director of Ark Associates, joins the board with a decade of legal and tax‑consultancy experience. Mbwaike Percival Mahyenga, Portfolio & Investment Lead at the United Nations Capital Development Fund, adds more than 12 years of corporate and institutional banking insight. Ahaji Schreffler, Senior Director of Education Abroad at Drexel University, offers two decades of experience in international education. Prudence Masako, Country Director of CARE Tanzania, contributes 19 years of leadership, donor‑relations and project‑management expertise. “Together, this dynamic team will guide TEDI in achieving our strategic goals, fostering innovation and creating impactful change,” said Executive Director Gloria Anderson. She thanked partners and stakeholders who have supported TEDI since operations began in 2021 and emphasised that the future is bright for youth empowerment in Tanzania.

Discover how TEDI, in collaboration with Drexel University and ICA, is bridging the digital divide in Tanzania by equipping schools with computer labs and digital literacy programs. This partnership is transforming education by providing students and teachers with 21st-century skills, ensuring they are prepared for the future. Read more here: https://drexel.edu/news/archive/2024/April/drexel-tedi-tanzania-ica-computer-lab

Meringeni Secondary School in Old Moshi, Kilimanjaro Region has inaugurated a computer laboratory as part of TEDI Tanzania’s One Computer Lab One School Program. During the launch, Moshi District Commissioner Kisare Makori said the government’s education policy aims to ensure that all secondary‑school graduates are digitally literate.  He stressed that digital literacy is crucial for individual, community and national development and commended TEDI for its role in improving computer education in secondary schools. Makori also thanked students from Drexel University for their contribution to the project.  TEDI Executive Director, Gloria Anderson, explained that the project builds computer labs in government schools and equips students and teachers with digital literacy skills. To ensure sustainability, she noted that the new lab, equipped with 14 computers, will serve as a resource centre for other schools. Representing the Drexel University delegation, Senior Director of Education Abroad Ahaji Schreffler said the lab would connect Meringeni students with the world and encourage them to use the opportunity to enhance their talents and education.  The launch demonstrates continued collaboration between local authorities, international partners and TEDI to expand digital education in Tanzania. Read more here: https://dailynews.co.tz/moshi-school-launches-computer-lab-to-spur-digital-literacy/

Tanzania Enlightenment Development Innovations (TEDI) officially handed over a computer laboratory to Naisinyai Secondary School in Simanjiro District, Manyara Region, as part of its One Computer Lab One School Program. The initiative aims to integrate ICT into teaching in low‑resource public schools and prepare young people for the digital economy. Simanjiro District Commissioner Dr Suleman Serera thanked TEDI, noting that the lab will equip students with training in digital skills, computer use, curriculum subjects, electronic textbooks, information about ICT opportunities and leadership skills. The project helps bridge socio‑economic divides highlighted by the Covid‑19 pandemic, which left many students without devices or digital skills. TEDI Executive Director Gloria Anderson expressed gratitude to the U.S. government’s Mandela Washington Fellowship Programme and the district authorities for supporting the project. She urged more partners to join TEDI in modernising education, emphasising that Africa’s workforce will be the world’s largest by 2035 and that investing in young people’s education is critical. By investing in digital infrastructure and human capital, countries can prepare youth for the digital economy and future of work. Read the full article on IPP Media here: https://legacy.ippmedia.com/en/news/tedi-hands-over-computer-lab-simanjiro-school