In Tanzania, adult education is seen as going beyond increasing skill levels to raising political consciousness. If it is desired to narrow the gap between the educated and uneducated, the role of University adult education evening classes as an agent of increased social stratification must be examined. Mass radio study groups may be one means of reducing educational inequalities while still affording the educational elite participation opportunities. A study of the radio discussion group participants revealed that more men than women took part, the age group ranged from twelve to 80, and the intended rural audience was reached. (AG)