DODOMA: PRIME Minister Dr Mwigulu Nchemba has said the government will continue to allocate funds and improve enabling infrastructure to support national teams of athletes with disabilities so they can perform better in international competitions.

Responding to a question in Parliament in Dodoma on June 25, 2026, during the Prime Minister’s Question Time session, Dr Nchemba said the Government recognizes the significant contribution made by these teams in representing Tanzania in international competitions.

The question was asked by Special Seats Member of Parliament Yumna Manga Omar, who sought to know the Government’s plans to empower athletes with disabilities to continue representing the country effectively in various international sporting events.

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The Prime Minister said the teams have been performing well in various competitions, with some of their players securing opportunities to play professional football in clubs abroad.

He emphasized that the government will continue to prepare and fund these teams to enable them to participate and compete more effectively at the international level.

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