This article traces the historical development of special education in Tanzania and its future prospects. It identifies factors that have helped shape the present state of special education in Tanzania and identifies major problems, including economic problems, lack of a national special education policy, and lack of trained personnel. (Author/DB)

Analysis of questionnaires and interviews with Tanzanian health and education professionals found that 41% reported having received training in speech and language difficulties but that 68% considered themselves responsible for assisting children with such problems. No evidence of research or planning for these children was found. A copy of the…