This was said in Dar es Salaam yesterday by the Minister of Information, Culture and Sports, Dr Fenella Mukangara, on the eve of celebrations to mark the International Women's Day (IWD).
She said there has been considerable progress for equal opportunities among women and men. This has been so especially in education, with Tanzania being among the few African countries in which gender equality has been achieved, especially in politics.
Former board chairperson of the Tanzania Private Sector Foundation (TPSF), Esther Mkwizu, told The Guardian that efforts have been made to empower women in leadership positions, education and economy.
She said a number of women have established and expanded small businesses for their own benefits and those of communities.
"We have been at the forefront to support women in all aspects, including agriculture. The society needs to address issues facing women, especially young girls' pregnancies," she said.
For her part, the Tanzania Tigo General Manager, Cecile Tiano, said sustainable development is only possible if women and men enjoy equal opportunities to attain their potentials.
She said knowledge and skills were necessary to ensure full participation of women in the development process because they make them have self-confidence.
"We have launched the 'Reach for Change' project in an effort to help improve the life of children and the youth, especially young girls.
"We believe that one voice makes a difference; everyone has the potential to create change and children's rights should be universally respected," she said.
