Prof. Adolf Mkenda Waziri wa Elimu, Sayansi na Teknolojia awasili katika Viwanja vya Bunge Jijini Dodoma akiwa ameambatana na binti yake Dkt. Pendo Mkenda. Leo Mei 12, 2025 Prof. Mkenda anawasilisha Hotuba ya Bajeti ya Wizara ya Elimu, Sayansi na Teknolojia.

Viongozi Mbalimbali katika Mkutano wa Mawaziri wa Nchi za Afrika wanaohudhuria Kongamano la 18 la eLearning Africa lililoanza leo jijini Dar Es Salaam.

SEMINAR: Ifakara showcases empowerment initiatives on data at Glasgow 🌍📊 On March 7, 2025, @Ifakarahealth showcased its efforts in capacity strengthening for data science and mathematical modeling at a seminar at the @UofGlasgow, UK. 🇬🇧 Principal Research Scientist Dr Samson Kiware (@Kiware2) presented on "Building Sustainable Capacity in Modeling and Data Science in Tanzania." 🦟📊💻 From the Data and Modelling for Decision Making (DM4DM) initiative to the Assessing the Biology and Public Health Importance of Anopheles stephensi in Africa (AnoSTEP AfriKa) and Modelling for Decisions in a Dynamic Africa (MoDD Africa) projects, Ifakara is empowering young scientists, advancing disease modeling, and strengthening data-driven public health decision-making across Africa. 📚🔬🌍 >> ihi.or.tz/our-events/698/det… >> #IFAKARAevents #MalariaElimination #DataScience #CapacityBuilding

WORKSHOP: Ifakara hosts intensive grant writing bootcamp 📢 Grant writing done right! ✍️ From March 17–25, researchers gathered for an intensive week of learning, networking, and growing their grant-writing skills! 💼💡 With expert guidance, they honed their ability to craft compelling proposals, respond to funding calls, and refine groundbreaking research ideas. 🔬💪 A huge shoutout to @HubIfakara and our amazing partners at @TaasisiMoyoJKCI for joining us and sharing their expertise toward making this session a success! 🙌💙 We can’t wait to see all the incredible projects that will come from the knowledge gained here! 🌟🚀 >> ihi.or.tz/our-events/712/det… >> #IFAKARAevents #ResearchDevelopment #GrantWriting

🤝 ENGAGEMENT: 📊 Data Science, MAP & NMCP teams meet in Dar es Salaam 🌍 🏙️ The @ifakarahealth’s Data Science and Mathematical Modelling team hosted a two-day (from April 8-9 2025) session with colleagues from the Malaria Atlas Project East Africa Node (@MalariaAtlas) and 🏥 Tanzania’s National Malaria Control Programme (NMCP) in Dar. 🤝 The engagement aimed to strengthen collaboration and ensure that Ifakara’s research directly responds to priority questions from the NMCP and the Ministry of Health (@wizara_afyatz) on malaria prevention and control 🦟. ✅ The meeting concluded with joint reflections from all teams, reaffirming their shared commitment to leveraging data science and modelling for evidence-based decision-making in the fight against malaria across Tanzania 🇹🇿. >> ihi.or.tz/our-events/727/det… >> #IFAKARAevents #DataForHealth #DataScience #MathsModelling

FORUM 🤝: Advancing health through data, innovation & partnership 📊💡🌍 From April 10–12, the Data Science & Mathematical Modelling Team @ifakarahealth proudly participated in this year’s CardioTan Conference organized by @taasisimoyoJKCI, in collaboration with Heart Team Africa. Representing @ifakarahealth were Dr. Samson Kiware, John Gaddiel, and Neema Kailembo. 📊 💬 Dr. Samson Kiware spoke on navigating the funding landscape, emphasizing the power of local collaboration and the urgent need for domestic investment in research. 🔬 John Gaddiel highlighted the dual burden of infectious and cardiovascular diseases and strategies for addressing them. 💻 The team reinforced the commitment to building local capacity in AI and Machine Learning to enhance early diagnostics and public health preparedness. Together, we’re shaping a smarter, healthier future—through data, innovation, and strategic partnerships. 🧠💙 >> ihi.or.tz/our-events/733/det… >>#CardioTan2025 #GlobalHealth #DataScience #HealthInnovation #ResearchForImpact #AIinHealth

𝗧𝗢𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝗜𝗦 𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗟𝗗 𝗠𝗔𝗟𝗔𝗥𝗜𝗔 𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰! Dr. Samson Kiware ,Program Manager, Research and Knowledge Management at PAMCA underscores the importance of promoting gender equality within Data Science and Mathematical Modeling in combating malaria transmission.

New paper provides details of the evolving trends in malaria transmission in Tanzania - reveals which vector species are most abundant, and more importantly, which species are responsible for the bulk of malaria infections. ~ Tanzania's National Malaria Control Program and partners have provided details of their comprehensive surveillance of malaria vectors. This new paper shows significant transitions in the abundance and contributions of different malaria vector species across the country between 2017 and 2021. Of particular interest is that while Anopheles arabiensis is the most abundant [and most widespread] across the country, most malaria infections are now being contributed by Anopheles funestus. The prevalence of An. funestus is particularly notable in the high transmission areas in the north-west and south eastern parts of country, where most malaria burden occurs. The paper also shows that while the influence of Anopheles gambiae in malaria transmission gradually diminished from 2017 to 2021, this once-notorious species remains modestly prevalent across the country and still plays a key role in the spread of malaria. ~ [NOTE: to more clearly depict the role of each Anopheles species, I've used the summaries provided by the authors in Table 2 to chart the year-to-year EIR comparisons] ~ Fantastic work by the NMCP and Partners including @NIMR_Tanzania and @ifakarahealth and @wizara_afyatz, @ifakarahealth, @GovellaNico, @Kiware2, @YPKitutuJr, @Brian__Masanja ~ Mwalimu et al 2024: malariajournal.biomedcentral…

Thank you @dLabTz and @DataTamasha for the opportunity to share the work being done by @ifakarahealth @pamcafrica to strengthen #DataScience capacity in 🇹🇿 and beyond. It was an honor having this important conversation with other change drivers.

As the first prize winner of the turbo talk presentation at last Year's PAMCA conference, I could be a part of the 9th edition.A big thanks to the entire @pamcafrica team.. I am very grateful, I will take the best out of this year's conference @kwambo_2 @EOrefuwa @Kiware2

Unboxing #Mathematicalmodels and understandingbasics of how they work is a big part of realising this. A huge thank you to our facilitators @SheetalSilal, @FolaAgusto,and David O'brochta for turning our delegates into mini modellers and strengthening their decision-making process

Some insights shared during the session by #NMCP managers across #Africa 1️⃣ Incorporate models into decision-making across disciplines, not just in health 2⃣ Foster open #communication and continuous collaboration between #modelers and decision-makers for effective model design.

It was four days brimming with fresh insights, knowledge, and the forging of valuable connections. A heartfelt thanks to @FNIH_Org for generously supporting this enriching workshop! 🙌 #decisionmaking #mathematicallmodelling

The #Countdown to the #PAMCA2023 is ON! 💃 Let us look back at some memories from the post #PAMCA2022 in Kigali. Are you planning to attend the #PAMCA2023 in Addis Ababa? Let us know in the comment section. Register to attend the #PAMCA2023  here. lnkd.in/eCXGwPjd

#IASC2023 DAY 3️⃣: Session on Mentorship and Career Development🌟 Distinguished panelists @Fredros_Inc, Dr. Wilson, Dr. Mtenga, Dr. Abdullah & @killeen_gerry shared invaluable insights on how scientists can grow professionally and compete on global platforms. 🌐📚 Each shared their own growth stories, encouraging the audiences; "Don't work alone, don't be afraid to ask for help from others who are more experienced, and remember to be self-motivated in your pursuits" - Dr. Sally Mtenga Follow for more! >> ihi.or.tz/special-event/ >> #IFAKARAevents #KT4HI #IAS2023

#IASC2023 DAY 3️⃣: Knowledge Translation 4️⃣ Health Impact! 🌟 The curtain falls on #IASC2023, a deeply insightful 3-day journey!👏 Whether you presented groundbreaking ideas, engaged in panels, turned up, or tuned in as eager listeners, your participation truly made a difference. 🙌 Let's carry the inspiration forward! Read more on the event: >> ihi.or.tz/our-events/252/det…. >> ihi.or.tz/special-event/ >> #IFAKARAevents #KT4HI #IAS2023

A very needed realistation and awareness, especially while grooming #scientists. Thank you for enlightening us @killeen_gerry. And big up to @ifakarahealth for organising a very insightful conference 👏🏽 It was a great 3days 🔥 #IASC2023

Sending a big shoutout of appreciation to Dr.@EsteeTorok, @PMIgov, NMCP, ZAMEP, CEDHA and @ifakarahealth scientists! 🙌 Honored by your presence at the #DataScience and #Mathematicalmodelling team's presentations. Proud of the growth 👏🏽. It's not about a person, but a #team!

It was great hosting you, the #DataScience and #Mathematicalmodelling team from @ifakarahealth and @pamcafrica enjoyed presenting our work to you, it was an honour.

#Malaria-focused #datascientists and #modellers are made not just in the office, but in the muddy field as well 👏🏽