Abstract

This study investigated lifelong learning in adult education in the rural communities of Tanzania. The central research question was to investigate effectiveness of adult education in rural promoting lifelong learning in Tanzania. The data presented were collected through interviews with the participants who have undergone adult educational in rural areas. The findings of the study indicate that lifelong learning has played a pivotal role in rural communities. It has reduced number of illiteracies in rural areas, it enables people to manage their income, open shops and restaurants, and provides people with the knowledge of domestication of animals.