Mr. Godfrey Boniventura appointed to the Tanzania Education Authority (TEA) Board in August 2023 by Hon. Prof. Adolf Mkenda, Minister for Education, Science and Technology.

Mr. Boniventura brings over 16 years’ experience in programme development and management, including 14 years in senior leadership. He holds both a BA and MA in Economics from the University of Dar es Salaam and is a strong advocate of evidence-based decision-making in education and development.

He currently serves as Acting Executive Director and Head of Programs at HakiElimu Tanzania, where his leadership earned the organization recognition as Africa’s Best Civil Society Organization (2019) and the Digital Advocacy Award (2021). He has strengthened HakiElimu’s systems in monitoring, evaluation, accountability, learning, and digital advocacy, while driving high-impact research and policy engagement.

Earlier, he managed Research, Innovation, and Policy Analysis at HakiElimu (2010–2017), spearheading strategic partnerships and producing influential research and policy briefs that shaped national education advocacy.

Beyond his professional role, Mr. Boniventura has extensive governance experience, serving on multiple boards including Ardhi University’s School of Humanity, Policy Forum, and organizations focused on child and community development.

At TEA, he leverages his expertise in governance, research, and strategic leadership to strengthen the Authority’s role in advancing equitable and quality education in Tanzania.