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Barrick Tanzania has awarded scholarships to five students from the University of Dar es Salaam to study mining science and geology in South Africa. This initiative was announced during the AIESEC 2026 Forum, which aimed to empower students with skills for the global job market. Barrick emphasizes the importance of science education, particularly for women in mining.
Africa-Press – Tanzania. BARRICK Tanzania has awarded a scholarship to five Tanzanian students from UDSM to enable them to study mining science and geology at Johannesburg University in South Africa.
That was revealed during the AISEC 2026 Forum held over the weekend at the University of Dar es Salaam(UDSM) attended by students from various higher learning institutions operating in Tanzania.
During the forum, BarricK Tanzania affirmed its commitment to searching and grooming talent in the higher learning institutions in a move aimed to make them cope with global changes and challenges, including winning the global employment market.
Barrick Tanzania’s Senior Human Resources officer, Elibramack Joel, said during his talks with students from various Higher Learning Institutions during a forum to impart to them skills that will enable them to overcome employment challenges as well as make them adept in the global employment market.
The forum was organized by AISEC (Association Internationale des Étudiants en Sciences Économiques et Commerciales), a global platform for young people to develop their leadership potential through practical experiences of many kinds, including internships, volunteering opportunities, and more.
Barrick Tanzania, the mining firm in partnership with the Tanzanian government under the Twiga Minerals banner, sponsored this year’s forum.
During the forum, the Barrick Gold official said the firm is committed to encouraging Tanzanian students to take science subjects so that they can work for the company or others involved in the mining sector.
“We also encourage more women to opt for science subjects as only a few of them are engaged in the mining sector today,” he said.
The forum also provided the students with various employment opportunities under the AISEC umbrella.
According to Joel, last year Barrick Tanzania awarded scholarships to five students from UDSM, a scholarship to study mining science and geology at Johannesburg University in South Africa, as its campaign to groom mining experts for East African nations.
Barrick Tanzania has been actively involved in educational initiatives to support the development of local talent in the mining sector. The partnership with AIESEC reflects a broader commitment to enhancing educational opportunities for Tanzanian students, especially in fields related to mining and geology. This aligns with the country’s goals to improve its workforce and adapt to global industry standards.
Historically, the mining sector in Tanzania has faced challenges, including a lack of skilled professionals. Initiatives like the scholarship program aim to bridge this gap by encouraging students to pursue careers in science and engineering, thereby contributing to the growth and future
