The Commander of the National Service (JKT), Major General Rajabu Mabele, has invited young Tanzanians to join the voluntary National Service training programme for the 2026/27 period.

Speaking at a press briefing held on November 12, 2026, at JKT Headquarters in Chamwino, Dodoma, on behalf of the Commander, JKT Director of Administration, Brigadier General Hassan Mabena, said the opportunities are open to qualified young people from all regions of Mainland Tanzania and Zanzibar.

Brigadier General Mabena added that the selection exercise will begin on November 16, 2026. Those selected will be required to report to their respective camps between December 10 and 15, 2026.

He further clarified that JKT does not offer employment or find jobs for trainees in government institutions, security and defence organs or other organisations. Instead, it provides training designed to equip young people with skills that can help them become self-employed after completing their service with JKT.