From lecture halls to the graduation stage, women are increasingly making their mark in higher education at the University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM), accounting for more than half of the graduates at the University’s 56th Graduation Ceremony, Second Cluster on13 october, 2026.

Learning a new language is about more than mastering words and grammar; it is also about understanding the people, traditions and experiences behind them. At the University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM), the arrival of volunteer teachers from China is expected to bring that experience closer to students learning Chinese while strengthening cultural exchange between Tanzania and China.

Young people cannot be expected to drive sustainable development if they are excluded from the decisions that shape their lives. That was a central message at a symposium held at the University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM), where academics and development partners called for greater investment in youth education, equal opportunities and meaningful participation in decision-making.

Improving academic performance requires more than policies, procedures and compliance with university regulations; it demands a shift towards leadership that takes direct responsibility for what students learn, how efficiently they progress and the quality of education they receive.

As the Higher Education for Economic Transformation (HEET) Project approaches completion, the University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM) is moving to systematically document the project’s results, impact and lessons, with emphasis on ensuring that achievements are backed by credible evidence.