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UDSM Deepens Strategic Partnerships to Drive Research and Innovation for National Development
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 / 10 July 2026 / 0 comments

By Selemani Nambimbi, CMU

The University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM) is intensifying efforts to build strategic partnerships with government institutions, industry, development partners and the private sector to accelerate the commercialization of research and innovation for greater societal impact.

Research that Delivers Real Solutions
Research that Delivers Real Solutions
Research that Delivers Real Solutions
Research that Delivers Real Solutions
Research that Delivers Real Solutions
Minister Kabudi Commends UDSM's Scholarly Efforts, Urges Research that Delivers Real Solutions
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 / 9 July 2026 / 0 comments
Research conducted through postgraduate and doctoral programmes should generate practical solutions that address Tanzania's development challenges rather than remain confined to academic publications, Minister of State in the Prime Minister's Office responsible for Policy, Parliamentary Affairs, Coordination and Persons with Disabilities,
Homegrown Construction Innovations
Homegrown Construction Innovations
Homegrown Construction Innovations
Homegrown Construction Innovations
Homegrown Construction Innovations
Prof. Kabudi Hails UDSM's Homegrown Construction Innovations, Urges Fast-Track Commercialisation
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 / 8 July 2026 / 0 comments
The Minister of State in the Prime Minister's Office responsible for Policy, Parliamentary Affairs, Coordination and Persons with Disabilities, Prof. Palamagamba John Kabudi (MP), has urged the University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM) to fast-track the commercialization of its homegrown construction technologies, saying the innovations have the potential
UDSM Expands Weekly Fitness Programme
UDSM Expands Weekly Fitness Programme
UDSM Expands Weekly Fitness Programme
UDSM Expands Weekly Fitness Programme
UDSM Expands Weekly Fitness Programme
Deputy Vice Chancellor, Prof. Killian Champions Healthy Living as UDSM Expands Weekly Fitness Programme
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 / 8 July 2026 / 0 comments
The University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM) is strengthening its commitment to promoting healthy lifestyles among staff and the wider University community through a weekly fitness programme, with Deputy Vice Chancellor – Planning, Finance and Administration, Prof. Bernadeta Killian, calling on members of the institution to embrace
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UDSM Alumnus AmbassadorKairuki Tells Cambridge Forum: ‘Africa Must Lead, Not Follow, the AI Revolution’
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 / 8 July 2026 / 0 comments

By Renancy Remmy, CMU

The Tanzania's High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Ambassador Mbelwa Kairuki, has challenged African nations to move beyond being consumers of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies and become innovators and global leaders in shaping the future of AI through research, innovation, ethical governance, and investment in human capital.

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Deepen Practical
Deepen Practical
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Government Chief Chemist Calls on UDSM to Deepen Practical, Industry-Driven Learning
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 / 6 July 2026 / 0 comments
The Government Chief Chemist, Dr. Fidelice Mafumiko, has urged the University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM) to continue strengthening practical, hands-on and industry-oriented learning to produce graduates equipped with the skills and competencies needed to address real-world challenges and meet the demands of the labour market.