Small-scale miners in Nzega District are set to gain greater access to scientific expertise, modern technology and professional training following a new partnership with the University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM) aimed at improving mining practices and unlocking the area's mineral potential.
The ability of young people to turn creative ideas into practical solutions and viable businesses is increasingly important to Tanzania’s digital economy. However, unlocking this potential requires opportunities to connect academic knowledge, technological expertise and industry experience.
With more students gaining workplace experience, academic programmes aligning more closely with employers’ needs, and digital learning expanding across the University, the Higher Education for Economic Transformation (HEET) Project is translating investment in higher education into practical opportunities for students and staff at the University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM).
From street vendors and motorcycle taxi operators seeking fair treatment to citizens struggling to access justice, the realities of everyday life must feature more prominently in legal education, scholars at the University of Dar es Salaam School of Law (UDSoL) have said.
For thousands of university students who depend on government loans to pursue higher education, understanding loan procedures and completing the required digital processes can make a significant difference in accessing financial support for their studies.
By Selemani Nambimbi, CMU
The growing use of digital technologies is prompting the University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM) to explore how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can improve records management, speed up information retrieval and strengthen administrative efficiency.
The initiative was a key focus of a two-day Information and Communication Technology (ICT) training for staff in the Registrar’s Department, organised by the University’s Directorate of Information and Communication Technology (DICT) at Silver Sands Hotel on 23–24 October 2026.