Tambaza
Secondary School
The
Oldest school around Dar Es Salaam
Dr. Zuberi Mavumba
Head of School
A Word from Our
Head of School
"Welcome to Tambaza High School. As we charge into the new school year, we equip our students with our rich legacy and the skills needed to be successful future professionals in a global community."
As the oldest high school in Dar es Salaam — a campus listed among Tanzania's Historical Sites — we carry a profound responsibility. Our "Whole Child Education" approach ensures that every student who walks through our doors leaves as a confident, skilled, and globally conscious individual ready to Tazama Mbali Zaidi.
Tambaza by the Numbers
A snapshot of our academic excellence and institutional strength.
The Tambaza Advantage
Three pillars that define our uniqueness and set our students apart for life.
Whole Child Education
Beyond standard academics, we focus on psychology, social development, and multicultural behavioral training — producing graduates who are not only intellectually capable but emotionally resilient and socially adept.
Learn moreAward-Winning Faculty
Our 40 highly educated teachers have received multiple national teaching awards. With a 15:1 student-teacher ratio, our educators provide personalized mentorship that transforms academic potential into achievement.
Meet our staffA Living Historical Legacy
Students learn on a campus listed among Tanzania's Historical Sites, walking in the footsteps of leaders like Zanzibar President H.E. Hussein Mwinyi. Our institution shapes the nation's present and future.
Our history
Blending Tradition
with Technology
In March 2026, Tambaza students made the school proud at the Regional Science Competition, presenting an advanced water salinity and pH monitoring sensor system designed to address real-world environmental challenges.
"See how our students are solving real-world environmental challenges using real-time data — blending our prestigious academic tradition with the demands of a technological future."
Water Salinity & pH Sensor
A student-designed IoT environmental monitoring system capable of real-time water quality analysis — developed by PMCs (Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science) students.
Winner
News & Events
Stay connected with the vibrant life at Tambaza — from academic achievements to campus activities.
Tambaza High School Celebrates Strong 2025 ACSEE Performance
DAR ES SALAAM – Tambaza High School, one of Tanzania’s most storied educational institutions, continues to demonstrate i...
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What Our Students Say
Mbuko Msuya
Form 5 Student
"Since I transferred here, it has been the best school ever! The environment, the teachers, and the culture of excellence — everything here pushes you to be your very best."
Dylan Victory
Form 6 Student
"The school is full of skilled teachers and extensive learning materials for every level. I've grown so much academically and personally since joining Tambaza."
Join the Legacy.
Look Further Ahead.
Applications for the 2026 academic year are now open. Be part of Tanzania's oldest and most prestigious high school.