Tumaini Jameson Kibangara

Media Personnel | Communications Professional | Photographer

Tumaini Kibangara is an experienced media and communications professional affiliated with the University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM). He specializes in photography, cinematography, and media production, playing a key role in university communications. With a background in fine-art photography and journalism, Tumaini has contributed to various UDSM publications and initiatives, effectively bridging communication between the university, the public, and stakeholders.

At UDSM, Tumaini is responsible for:
    •    Producing photographic images, videography, and cinematography for university communications.
    •    Facilitating communication between UDSM management, the university community, and the public.
    •    Contributing to university publications through the Communication and Marketing Unit (CMU).
    •    Reporting on major UDSM projects, including the Higher Education for Economic Transformation (HEET) Project.
    •    Covering key university events such as:
    •    UDSM Marathon
    •    UDSM Graduations
    •    UDSM Research Week
    •    UDSM’s participation in outreach activities and services

Freelance Photographer (Before joining UDSM)
    •    Specialized in fine-art photography, particularly intimate celebrity portraits.
    •    Collaborated with various industries to produce engaging and high-quality photographic content.

Skills & Expertise
    •    Photography & Cinematography
    •    Media Production
    •    Journalism & Reporting
    •    Public Relations & Corporate Communications
    •    University Marketing & Branding

Notable Contributions
    •    Co-authored an article (September 2024): Covered the Parliamentary Committee’s commendation of UDSM’s educational advancements through the Higher Education for economic transformation project (HEET-Newsletter)
    •    Reported on UDSM’s involvement in World Meteorological Day (March 2023): Highlighted the university’s contributions to environmental awareness.
   * Visionary Leaders Program (UDSM and Empower Limited partnership program)

Education
    •    Diploma in Journalism and Mass Communication – Royal College of Tanzania

Affiliations
    •    University of Dar es Salaam Directorate of Public Services (DPS)
    •    University of Dar es Salaam Communication and Marketing Unit (CMU)