The Government Chief Medical Officer (CMO), Prof Abel Makubi, has commended Sokoine University of Agriculture through the APOPO tuberculosis (TB) detection program for their invaluable role in saving lives and reducing the spread of TB by using trained African giant pouched rats (Hero Rats) to many people across Tanzania.
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The thanks were given by the Vice Chancellor of the Sokoine university of Agriculture Prof. Raphael Chibunda during the launching ceremony of the new NMB SUA Branch on Wednesday, February 24, 2021.
"We as Scholars see this Bank as the mainstay of the economy in the country due to the great investment they have made and the services they provide for many years since its incorporation", said Prof. Chibunda.
Karibu ufuatilie mjadala unaohusu “Sekta ya Kilimo kwa Maendeleo ya Taifa“ uliorushwa mbashara tarehe 10/2/2021 kupitia Televisheni ya Taifa (TBC) ambapo miongoni mwa washiriki wakuu walikuwa ni Makamu Mkuu wa Chuo Kikuu Cha Sokoine cha Kilimo (SUA) Prof.Raphael Chibunda pamoja na Amidi wa Shule kuu ya Uchumi Kilimo na Stadi za Biashara (SAEBS), Dr. Philip Damas
Speaking when handing over the chairmanship of CVCPT in Dar es Salaam yesterday, the Vice Chancellor for the Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA) Prof Raphael Chibunda said that during his two year tenure there were a lot of issues that needed to be addressed, including how higher education can contribute more to national development.
The Sokoine University of Agriculture has received support for subscription to the ScienceDirect [Elsevier database] through the Regional Scholarship and Innovation Fund (RSIF) which is coordinated by Prof. Gerald Misinzo at SUA. The Science Direct [with 186 full-text journals] is among very high profile Databases offered by Elsevier.
Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA) through its Housing and Accommodation Bureau (SUAHAB) has provided two wheelchairs worth Tanzanian Shillings 560,000 to two students with a disability challenge.
The Sokoine University of Agriculture ranked first among the Tanzanian Universities with a total of 89,752 citations compared to 82220 citations of July 2020
The advice was given by the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Raphael Chibunda on 1st February 2021 during a short prize-giving ceremony for three Sokoine University of Agriculture students who won prizes (two LAPTOPs and one smartphone) provided by CRDB Bank SUA branch for performing many transactions through their CRDB owned SCHOLAR ACCOUNT.
The occasion aimed to expose students to the environment and culture of Sokoine University of Agriculture as well as to allow staff and students to interact with each other and experience the real life of the university
Deputy Vice-chancellor (Academic), Professor Maulid Mwatawala, delivered an official opening speech where he started by acknowledging the presence of the first-year postgraduate students, staff and various members of the management team for coming to the event despite many responsibilities they have.
The event was held on 23rd January, 2021 at the Nelson Mandela Freedom Square Hall, Mazimbu, and is organized by Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA) through the Directorate of Postgraduate studies, Research, Technology Transfer and Consultancy (DPRTC) in collaboration with the Green Resources Innovations for Livelihood Improvement (GRILI) project )
The event took place on January 22, 2021, at the Morogoro Central Market grounds and was organized by Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA) through its Directorate of Postgraduate Studies, Research, Technology Transfer and Consultancy (DPRTC) in collaboration with the Green Resources Innovations for Livelihood Improvement (GRILI) project
The advice was given by the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration and Finance) Prof. Amandus Muhairwa on behalf of the university's Vice Chancellor, Prof. Raphael Chibunda while opening a one-day training workshop for traditional healers from various parts of the country organized by the Green Resources Innovations for Livelihood Improvement (GRILI) project on 21st January 2021 at Solomon Mahlangu Campus in Mazimbu Morogoro
This is an ongoing program, which is conducted twice a month i.e. each second and fourth Friday of each month at SNAL Computer Lab, where our library users supposed to register themselves for attendance before or on the day of training physically at the library’s entrance at issue desk. This is one of the useful trainings that helps to build skills on information search strategies with less effort in accessing a vast range of available electronic resources both free and subscribed by SNAL.
A total of twenty deserving PhD Scholarship applicants were awarded REFOREST PhD scholarships to undertake the PhD Forest Sciences Program at SUA. The students are from Ethiopia (4), Mozambique (3), Rwanda (4), Uganda (4) and Tanzania (5). Out of the 20 scholarship awardees 17 reported at SUA on the 10th January 2021. Three students from Rwanda are expected to report later after completing all the required procedures in their country.
Kilombero Sugar Company Limited (KSCL) in collaboration with the Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA) through its College of Agriculture to set up a program to provide local students with practical training in the workplace to gain skills and experience
Researchers and students from the Sokoine University of Agriculture in Tanzania and University of Copenhagen will collaborate closely with experts from the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI), who have previously succeeded in developing climate-smart rice for Asian farmers.
The Collection was established in 2016 and comprised of hard copies held in the library building (Edward Moringe Campus) and electronic collection of publications accessed at https://www.lib.sua.ac.tz/mkulima/. The aim of this collection is to cater to the information needs of the farmers and other stakeholders in the agricultural sector within and outside the country.
The theme for the workshop was “Discovery and Utilization of E-Resources for Supporting Research, Teaching and Learning”. The training workshop aimed at bringing together researchers, academicians, librarians, and information professionals to learn and share experiences on current trends on the discovery and effective utilization of scholarly content, marketing of e-resources and e-resources usage patterns.
The vaccine - known as Tatu Moja (Swahili for ‘Three-in-One’) was developed to prevent Newcastle disease, Fowl pox and Infectious coryza: some of the common and chronic respiratory diseases.
The vaccine was researched and developed by the scientists led by Prof Philemon Wambura and Dr Mirende Kichuki, both from SUA.
“These are chronic diseases which have been affecting poultry in Tanzania for a long time,” said Prof Wambura by phone yesterday.
Katika kipindi hiki utakwenda kufahamu maana ya Ikolojia, changamoto zinazokabili utunzaji wa misitu na mengine mengi kama inayoelezwa na wataalam kutoka Chuo kikuu cha Sokoine Cha Kilimo (SUA) kilichopo mkoani Morogoro
Speaking during the presentation of the awards on December 20, 2020, Morogoro Regional Cultural Officer, Ms. Sophia Kingwai said that the awards are a testament to the quality of the work one does in Morogoro region and it shows growth in the Information and Broadcasting Industry.
She also urged broadcasters and media owners to get rid of the notion that awards are only given in Dar es Salaam, but all they have to do is to increase their diligence and effort in their work and the Awards will follow them wherever they are.
At the event, all graduates advised to use their education, knowledge, and skills to build their nations and to always change their minds by recognizing and understanding that there is currently no guarantee for a lifetime job instead there are plenty of life opportunities that are good and they must seize them for their own personal development and nations as a whole.
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This was stated by the Director of Science Technology and Innovation from the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology, Prof. Maulilio Kipanyula who represented the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Dr. Leonard Akwilapo at the prize-awarding ceremony for those students who excelled in various subjects and outstanding student leadership which was held on Thursday, 17 December 2020 at the Multipurpose Hall, Edward Moringe Campus (formerly Main Campus).
The statement was issued by the Minister of State in the office of the President (Investment), Prof. Kitila Mkumbo while speaking at the annual General Conference of the Convocation of Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA) on Thursday 17 December 2020 which is accompanied by the presentation of various prizes and awards to 211 graduate students who excelled in their studies.
The President of Sokoine University of Agriculture Convocation, Prof. Rudovick Kazwala has promised to continue to improve the SUA Convocation Sports Bonanza by 2021 and that it will be funnier, exciting, and attractive so as to continue to provide greater motivation and participation
Speaking to leaders of the Department and various production units, Judge Chande said that apart from the fact that the main role of the university is to teach and do research there is still a great opportunity to generate internal revenue.
He added that it is time for the university to check whether it is satisfied with the internal revenue collected from various sources or activities undertaken to bring in revenue.
He expressed his gratitude recently in Dodoma Tanzania while speaking to SUAMEDIA Journalist on the Importance and Objectives of the presence of the University of Agriculture in the region which has been blessed with many opportunities for the production of agricultural and livestock products.
Hon. Pinda explained that while he was still in government, he had the idea to help the people of the region by establishing a university that would be responsible for providing various courses and training on Agriculture and Livestock issues but the idea could not succeed.
The vaccine known as Tatu Moja has been researched and developed by the scientists led by Professor Philemon Wambura and Dr. Mirende Kichuki both from the Sokoine University of Agriculture.
The vaccine contains a combination of three vaccines for the control of Newcastle disease, Fowl pox and Infectious coryza.
The Hospital has recently embarked on a program of improvement involving building expansion and upgrading of medical equipment. Dr. Isack Kashoma who is the managing director of the hospital noted that the improvements made are important steps in ensuring that services at the hospital will be of the highest standard.
The upgrading of this hospital has been made possible by the funding of the Government of the United Republic of Tanzania, and the "Foundation Science for Development" organization under the Polish government.
This was stated by various participants who are Doctors and Health Officers from Chalinze Districts in Coast region and Kilosa in Morogoro region while speaking at different times in a one-day workshop to summarize the final results of the project held on December 8, 2020 here at Sokoine University Agricultural (SUA)
The event was organized by the National Board of Accountants and Auditors (NBAA) on December 5, 2020, in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
This was pointed out by Prof. Robinson Mdegela from Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA) while presenting a paper on the problem of drug-resistant microbes at the 37th Annual meeting and scientific conference of the Tanzania Public Health Association (TPHA) in Arusha.
"This problem has been researched a lot and a lot of publications have been published talking about the problem in almost every publication but the time has come now to stop complaining about the problem but to find a solution to the problem we as experts together" stressed Prof. Mdegela
Speaking while opening the 37th Annual Meeting and the Scientific Conference of the Tanzania Public Health Association (TPHA) in Arusha, the coordinator of the One Health Coordination Desk in the office of the Prime Minister, Harrison Chinyuka said that Tanzania is one of the middle-income countries but is also at risk of contracting these diseases that affect society so the conference is very important to discuss the causes of these diseases and how to deal with them
This has been spoken by the permanent secretary in the Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries in charge of Livestock, Prof. Elisante Ole Gabriel on his behalf by the Ministry's Director of Policy and Planning, Amosy Zephania during the opening of the 43rd Annual Scientific Conference of the Tanzania Society of Animal Production (TSAP) which is being held in Dodoma, Tanzania at St. Gaspar Hotel and Conference Centre, from Wednesday 2nd to Friday 4th December 2020.
This was stated by the retired prime minister of the United Republic of Tanzania, Hon. Mizengo Pinda while opening the 12th scientific conference and annual General Meeting of the Agricultural Economics Society of Tanzania (AGREST) which is being held from Wednesday 2nd to Friday 4th December 2020 at St Gaspar Conference Centre in Dodoma. The theme of the conference is “UNLEASHING THE POTENTIAL OF FOOD SYSTEMS TO ENHANCE INTRA-AFRICAN AGRICULTURAL TRADE”
The call was made on Friday 27th November 2020 by the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic), Prof. Maulid Mwatawala on behalf of the Vice Chancellor Prof. Raphael Chibunda during the conclusion of the orientation week aimed at welcoming new students and helping them understand the SUA environment
Prof. Mwatawala urged the students to use their time well in their studies and to refrain from things that could lead to failure, postponing the studies as well as discontinuing the studies.
Speaking during the event, the Principal of the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (CVMBS), Prof Elliot Phiri, on behalf of the SUA Vice Chancellor thanked the Polish Aid for taking the initiative to facilitate financially the renovation. Prof Phiri said the renovation, which went with the installation of modern teaching and diagnostic equipment will greatly help the College in providing good education to undergraduate as well as postgraduate students
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Hon. Warioba made the remarks on Wednesday, November 18, 2020, while concluding a two-day visit to the university campuses in Morogoro which began on Tuesday, November 17, 2020, at the Edward Moringe Campus (formerly known as the Main Campus) and ended at the Solomon Mahlangu Campus in Mazimbu.
The meeting was opened by Prof. Esron Karimuribo, Director for Postgraduate Studies, Research, Technology Transfer and Consultancy. It was attended by about 50 participants representing government institutions, the private sector and NGOs
This was stated by the principal of the College of Forestry, Wildlife and Tourism, Prof. Suzan Augustino during the presentation of the results of the study in front of Forest stakeholders in Morogoro and said that great efforts have been made by TFCG and the Tanzania Forest Management Community Network (MJUMITA) to ensure that the whole community participates and benefits from the resources from the forests.
The staff of Sokoine University of Agriculture and Tanzanians have been urged to make sure they set aside time to participate in various sports and physical exercises to help build a body and nation of healthy people who will bring development
The training offered is an operationalization of Sokoine University of agriculture (SUA) and Food Organization of the United Nations (FAO) collaborative agreement, which was signed in March 2020 to train 200 youths on horticulture and poultry as agribusinesses. Whereas SUA provides technical expertise in training the youth, FAO play the role as a funding partner. The training project constitutes horticulture, and poultry as core technical components, and entrepreneurship and agri-business as cross-cutting key components.
Chuo kimejiwekea malengo ya kimkakati ambayo ni kuongeza udahili wa wanafunzi, miradi ya utafiti na kuboresha huduma za ugani na ushauri wa kitaalamu. Hata hivyo kwa miaka mingi Chuo kilishindwa kufikia malengo hayo kutokana na changamoto mbalimbali zikiwemo uchakavu wa miundombinu na mifumo ya huduma za jamii.
The recommendations were made by a researcher from Sokoine University of Agriculture, Dr. Devotha Kilave on 21st October 2020 during a one-day workshop that brought together journalists from various media outlets in the country organized by the Agricultural Policy Research in Africa (APRA) project with the aim of conveying the results of their research to the community.
This was stated by Prof. Ntengua Mdoe while presenting the results of his research study to various media outlets in the country at a one-day workshop organized by The Agricultural Policy Research in Africa (APRA) project. The event aimed at presenting the results of their research to the community through the media.
The advice was given by researchers from the Agricultural Policy Research in Africa (APRA) project in Tanzania from Sokoine Agricultural University (SUA) on 21st October 2020 while presenting the results of their research in a special event that brought together journalists from various local and foreign media outlets held in Morogoro region.
This was stated by the deputy vice chancellor (administration and finance), Prof. Amandus Muhairwa on behalf of the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Raphael Chibunda while opening the world food day commemoration conference which took place on Friday, October 16, 2020 at the Edward Moringe Campus (formerly known as the main campus) in Morogoro.
Kupitia Serikali ya Awamu ya Tano, Chuo kimetatua changamoto mbalimbali ikiwa ni pamoja na kujenga Maabara Mtambuka Kampasi Kuu, Maabara ya Sayansi Solomon Mahlangu, kukarabati viwanja vya michezo, kuanzisha shamba la mafunzo la mfano, kukarabati Hospitali ya Taifa ya Rufaa ya Wanyama, kukarabati madarasa na mabweni, kununua mabasi, pamoja na kupanua na kusajili Hospitali ya SUA. Maboresho hayo ya miundombinu yamekifanya Chuo kuongeza programu mpya za masomo 26, kuongeza udahili wa wanafunzi kutoka 9,165 mwaka wa masomo 2015/16 hadi 13,199 mwaka wa masomo 2019/20. Katika kipindi hiki jumla ya wataalamu 13,178 ambao wamehitimu katika program mbalimbali.
Speaking at the opening of the event, on behalf of the vice chancellor, Prof. Raphael Chibunda, the Deputy Vice Chancellor (administration and finance) Prof. Amandus Muhairwa used the opportunity to encourage staff and all community members to regularly set time for sports and exercises because sports helps to bring fun, building friendship and contribute to good physical health and avoids various diseases.
The training will enable participants to learn how to use the Government Payment System (MUSE). The system was developed by experts from the ministry of finance and planning in collaboration with other public institutions with the aim of reducing costs and facilitating access to financial information.
Among other things, Prof. Chibunda used the meeting to describe various achievements made for the past three years since taking office as vice chancellor which includes the increase in the number of students enrolled to join SUA
In Tanzania at Sokoine University of Agriculture a charity called APOPO have been training rats to detect landmines since the early 1990s. Even today, it’s estimated that there are still 80 million landmines around the world which are lying active and unknown. That’s why rats like Magawa have been trained. Magawa is an African Giant Pouched Rat – so much larger than your average pet rat – but still light enough that he would never set off a landmine by walking over it
The project will create a network of 14 local Food Hubs—paired with 14 separate cities in these countries—that will mobilise relevant actors in rural, urban and peri-urban communities and serve as injection points for testing and introducing the innovations.
Guideline aims to help communities and governments manage these water resources to sustain rivers and the ecosystems, wildlife, and the human livelihoods that depend on them.
During the visits, chairman of the council, Chief Justice (retired) Hon. Mohamed Chande Othman challenged the centre to start doing tourism activities so the center would be able to operate independently of financial aid.
The Olmotonyi Forest Training Station works closely with the surrounding community to conduct non-hazardous agricultural activities in the forest while the center's plans are to establish indigenous tourism activities such as mountain biking.
Speaking at the end of a two-day training workshop organized by Sokoine University of Agriculture through Green Resources Innovations for Livelihood Improvement (GRILI) project in collaboration with the Small Industries Development Organization (SIDO) in Njombe region, traditional healers and alternative medical practitioners said this education was very important for them as it has gotten them out of the practice of selling medicines in the form of roots, bark and leaves only but now they are going to package them professionally in order to facilitate transportation and proper use to their
Various stakeholders in the agriculture sector have advised and encouraged farmers to use local farming technologies which rely on the resources available around them in order to reduce costs of running agriculture activities as well as caring for the environment
The two-day training workshop brought together more than 20 traditional healers and alternative medical practitioners from Njombe Region from all districts along with their leaders.
The emphasis was given by the Director of the Directorate of Postgraduate Studies, Research, Technology Transfer and Consultancy, Prof. Esron D. Karimuribo while opening a two-day workshop that started on 10th September 2020 at Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA) main campus.
Besides the leadership role of SUA in these forthcoming youths incubation trainings, the short courses involve Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) as funding partner supporting the project.
As part of this training, a team of SUA staff comprising the Institute of Continuing Education (ICE) as coordinating organization together with horticulture and poultry experts recently conducted a preparatory visit in Dodoma.
This was stated by the secretary general of the Ministry of Industry and Trade, Professor Riziki Shemdoe while opening a debate on the analysis of research findings in the formulation of policy and development plans held on September 5, 2020 at Sokoine University of Agriculture’s Nelson Mandela Freedom Square in Mazimbu Morogoro.
Opening the seminar held at Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA), Head of the Department of Development studies, Dr. Raymond J. Salanga called on stakeholders from the Ministry of Agriculture, SUA employees, RECODA Staff, Morogoro Regional Extension Officers, SUA Students, Tengeru Institute of Community Development and NGOs to provide opinions that will help improve the policy in order to benefit smallholder farmers and be approved for use in the agricultural sector.
Opening the workshop on 4th September 2020 at the ICE Hall located in the main campus of Sokoine University of Agriculture on behalf of the Vice Chancellor, Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic) Prof. Maulid Mwatawala said that the aim of the workshop was to teach researchers how to use their data and put it in a simple language that policy makers can use to make decisions.
Ushauri huo umetolewa na Mtaalamu wa Maabara ya Udongo kutoka Ndaki ya Kilimo, Idara ya Sayansi ya Udongo na Jiolojia wa Chuo Kikuu cha Sokoine cha Kilimo SUA Bw. Stevenson Pelegy Noah wakati akizungumza na SUAMEDIA katika Maonesho ya Elimu ya Juu, Sayansi na Teknolojia yanayofanyika jijini Dar Es Salaam.
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This happened on 28th August, 2020 when the Deputy Secretary General of the ministry visited the new Sokoine University of Agriculture campus named after the former Prime Minister of the United Republic of Tanzania, Hon. Mizengo Pinda. He went to see the preparation and environment of the campus which is expected to receive students from 23rd November 2020.
During his visit, vice chancellor sightsaw campus areas and saw preparations for the installation of beds in dormitories, chairs in classrooms, water and electricity infrastructure throughout the campus, and other necessary adjustments so that students could enjoy the campus.
The congratulations were given by the Director of Policy and Planning from the Ministry of Health, Community Development, Gender, Elderly and Children, Mr. Edward Mbaga who represented the Minister of Health, Community Development, Gender, Elderly and Children Hon. Ummy Mwalimu during the official launch of the Nutritional Supplements and Product Standards Project for children aged six months to five years on Thursday, August 27, 2020 at Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA) council chamber hall.
This was narrated by the farmers in their groups who benefited from the RIPAT SUA project in Mvomero district, Morogoro region when they were visited by stakeholders from the Ministry of Agriculture, and other experts from Sokoine University of Agriculture.
The compliments came on Friday 14th August, 2020 at SUA Main campus during a short ceremony to congratulate Prof. Peter Gillah and wishing him all the best in his new life endeavors following his retirement from the position since 30th April 2020 after serving for 8 years since 2012.
Gaymary George Bakari is a biomedical researcher and AESA-RISE Postdoctoral Fellow based at Sokoine University of Agriculture Tanzania. The AESA-RISE Postdoctoral Fellowship programme builds on the foundation of the Regional Initiative in Science and Education (RISE), which has for a decade prepared PhD and masters level scientists and engineers in Africa through competitively selected, university-based research and teaching networks, to respond to an urgent need to increase the number of researchers in Africa.
The institution makes feasible inputs in research by providing robust and tangible evidence in delivering scientific material. It offers opportunity of additional information to the research problems under investigation in real world. The scientific knowledge developed can find answers to things that are unknown, filling gaps in facts to other research and changing the way that professionals work.
The Institutional integrity and staff competence in delivering the quality scientific information made it to be most cited in Tanzania.
Handing over the bags to the headmaster of the school on behalf of the construction committee, Vice Chancellor of Sokoine University of Agriculture, Prof. Raphael Chibunda said the university was touched by the situation at the school immediately after seeing students studying under a tree.
Speaking during the handing over of the machines on 11th August, 2020 at SUA main campus, Alliance One Company's director of human resources, Mr Blasius Lupenza said the aim of providing ventilator machines to SUA hospital was to help increase their capability in combating COVID 19, although God has already helped our nation to deal with the disease, human precautions must continue to be taken.
Overall, SUA won three awards; a trophy and a certificate for first winner in the category of Colleges and Universities at national level exhibitions in Simiyu whereas SUA won a certificate for the third winner in the public organizations category at eastern zone shows in Morogoro.
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Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA) emerged the first winner in the category of colleges and universities at the national level Nanenane Exhibitions
Hon. Mwalimu made the remarks during her visit to the Sokoine University of Agricultre pavilion at the nane nane agricultural shows in the eastern zone held in Morogoro region
Morogoro Regional Commissioner, Hon. Loata Ole Sanare, today 7th August, 2020, visited the Sokoine University of Agriculture Exhibition pavilion Personally to see the various ..
Speaking after visiting the Sokoine University of Agriculture pavilion at the Nane Nane agricultural exhibition, held at Nyakabindi grounds, today August 6, 2020, Hon. Mpina said ...
Speaking at the Nane Nane Exhibitions which take place in Simiyu, Dr. Georgies Mgode, a Researcher from Sokoine University of Agriculture’s Pest Management Center said contrary to popular belief about the owl bird being used in superstitious practices, owls can be a savior of farmers that helps to eliminate rodents and pests that destroy crops on the farm.
"The owl has a great ability to see at night so it hunts small animals like rats, insects and even birds" said Dr. Mgode.
On 2nd August, 2020, country's minister for foreign affairs and east african cooperation, Hon. Prof. Palamagamba Kabudi commended the great work being done by Sokoine ..
The University developed its first Intellectual Property (IP) policy in 2005 in keeping with its Corporate Strategic Plan (SUACSP) 1997-2005. A number of relevant stakeholders including students, researchers, administrators, industry, Government ministries, public and private organizations were involved.
This was made known by the Director of Quality Assurance at Sokoine University of Agriculture, Dr. Gratian Rwegasira during a three-day training from 13 to 15 July 2020 for the newly appointed Principals of Colleges, Directors and Heads of Departments on the use of distance learning at SUA.
Speaking during the opening of the event, Vice Chancellor of Sokoine University of Agriculture, Prof. Raphael T. Chibunda thanked National Microfinance Bank (NMB) for making the right decision to come and run the program at SUA.
On Wednesday, July 8, 2020, at the Institute of Continuing Education, Main Campus, Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA) organized a one-day workshop with various stakeholders from the University to discuss the draft of a policy aimed to end sexual abuse and harassment challenge in the university grounds.
Speaking Immediately after visiting the longest tunnel under construction, the Chairman of the Committee of Vice-Chancellors from both Public and Private Universities who is the Vice Chancellor of the Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA), Prof. Raphael Chibunda said the construction of the Railway would be a catalyst for Tanzania's development.
Farmers in Morogoro Region have been encouraged to take advantage of experts from Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA) to obtain right and simple agricultural technologies
Similarly, the University Council during its 159th Meeting which was held on June 25, 2020 made the appointments of the Dean of the School of Agricultural Economics and Business Studies and Directors of Directorate of Postgraduate Studies, Research, Technology Transfer and Consultancy, Directorate of Undergraduate Studies, SUA Pest Management Center, Sokoine National Agricultural Library and Centre for Information and Communication Technology for the period of three years from July 1, 2020 to 30 June, 2023 as follows: -
Sokoine University of Agriculture Management and representatives from all Colleges, School and Departments participated the meeting whereby various matters concerning staff welfare such as Health, Academic, administration, Career Development and general working environments discussed.
The visit was made by Prof. Amelia Kivaisi from the University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM), Mr. Paul Bilabaye Director of Finance and Administration from the Procurement and Supplies Professionals and Technicians Board (PSPTB) and Hannah Mwakalinga who is the Director of Corporate Services at the Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA).
Department of Veterinary Physiology, Biochemistry and Pharmacology, College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences is one of 18 awardees selected to receive an Instrumental Access 2020 award from a pool of 58 applications received from 20 countries.
During the rigorous selection process, each applicant outlined the ways that an infusion of scientific equipment would remove barriers to STEM education and research at their institution—adding crucial scientific capacity.
Hon. Dr. Jasmine Tisekwa who is the Member of Parliament (special seats representing Universities) is the one who made such compliments after donating 20 hospital sheets, eight buckets for washing, soap, and other sanitary equipment to Sokoine University of Agriculture hospital located at the Main Campus on Monday 8th June 2020.
To ensure that the undertaking of outreach activities is systematized and effectively coordinated, Sokoine University of Agriculture formulated an Outreach Policy, which was approved by the University SENATE in June 2017. This was followed by the
The Secretary General of the Ministry of Agriculture, Hon. Gerald Kusaya has called on researchers at the Sokoine University of Agriculture to collaborate with Ministry
Contributing authors from SUA includes: Nyambilila Amuri, Ernest Semu, Joseph Hellah, Gratian Rwegasira, Maulid Mwatawala, Daniel Mushi, Japhet Kashaigili, Ephraim Mtengeti..
Recently, the training has progressed to impart knowledge and skills not only on fish farming perse but also covering production of fish fingerings for ensuring availability of good quality farm fish.
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Wito huo umetolewa na Daktari Mkazi wa Hospitali ya SUA, Dkt. Omar Kasuwi wakati wa mafunzo ya siku tatu kwa watumishi wote wa Idara ya huduma za hospitali yaliyofanyika hivi karibuni katika kampasi ya Solomoni Mahalangu Mazimbu.
Dkt. Kasuwi amesema lengo la mafunzo hayo ni kuwajengea uelewa na uwezo watumishi wa hospitali hiyo kama sehemu ya kuchukua tahadhari dhidi ya ugonjwa huo tishio kwa sasa duniani kutokana na kuua watu wengi, kusambaa kwa kasi duniani pamoja na kukosa kinga wala dawa kwa sasa.
Speaking in a meeting aimed to provide training on various techniques used by the RIPAT project to Sokoine University of Agriculture graduates and other guests from Nicaragua which was held on Monday, March 16, 2020, lecturer from the Department of Development Studies in the College Social Sciences and Humanities who is also the Project Coordinator, Dr. Emmanuel Malisa explained that the main purpose of the RIPAT Project is to help Farmers and livestock keepers get out of the poverty wave.
This article by Dr. Alcardo Alex Barakabitze from the Department of Mathematics, Computational Sciences and Informatics of Sokoine University of Agriculture will provide ..
In honor of International Women's Day, Female students from Sokoine University of Agriculture led by SUASO Prime Minister, Ms. Jenipher Tairo on 7th March 2020 celebrated the international women's day by participating in environment cleanliness and comforting the patients admitted at the Sokoine University of Agriculture’s Hospital located in the Main Campus