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University of Dar es Salaam

Directorate of Internationalization, Convocation and Advancement

Connecting UDSM to the world, strengthening alumni engagement, and advancing institutional growth through global partnerships, mobility, convocation affairs, and advancement initiatives.

About DICA

The Directorate of Internationalization, Convocation and Advancement serves as the University of Dar es Salaam’s central hub for global engagement, international partnerships, alumni relations, convocation affairs, and advancement initiatives.

DICA works to expand UDSM’s global visibility, support international academic collaboration, strengthen engagement with alumni and partners, and mobilize institutional support for the University’s continued growth and impact.

Our Core Pillars

I

Internationalization

Advancing global partnerships, academic mobility, international student support, visiting scholars, and institutional collaborations.

C

Convocation

Strengthening lifelong connection between the University and its graduates through convocation affairs and alumni engagement.

A

Advancement

Supporting institutional growth through donor relations, philanthropy, alumni contributions, and strategic development initiatives.

Explore DICA Portals

Internationalization at the University of Dar es Salaam

Internationalization

Discover international students’ services, partnerships, collaborations, visiting professors, mobility opportunities, and global engagement at UDSM.

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Alumni, Convocation and Advancement at the University of Dar es Salaam

Alumni, Convocation & Advancement

Engage with UDSM alumni stories, convocation activities, giving opportunities, donor relations, and advancement initiatives.

Visit Alumni & Advancement

DICA Impact at a Glance

200+ International MoUs and collaborations
500+ International students hosted at UDSM
42+ Countries represented through international students
128,000+ UDSM alumni network across Tanzania and beyond
Director's Message

Director’s Message

Welcome to the Directorate of Internationalization, Convocation and Advancement. DICA serves as a gateway through which the University of Dar es Salaam connects with the global academic community, its alumni, partners, donors, and friends.

Through internationalization, convocation, and advancement initiatives, we work to strengthen UDSM’s global presence, promote meaningful partnerships, support academic mobility, and nurture lifelong engagement with our alumni community.

We invite students, scholars, alumni, partners, and stakeholders to engage with DICA as we continue advancing the University’s mission and expanding its contribution to Tanzania, Africa, and the world.

Director
Directorate of Internationalization, Convocation and Advancement
Work With DICA

Partner, Engage, Support and Grow with UDSM

For international partnerships, alumni engagement, mobility programmes, convocation affairs, donor relations, and advancement inquiries, contact the Directorate of Internationalization, Convocation and Advancement.

Telephone +255 22 2410615
Location Dr. Wilbert Chagula Old Library Building, UDSM