R&D Institutions Excellency should be judged based on:- 1.Technology Transfer, Patented tech, Trademarks, University/Student/Staff spin-offs, Clusters and Innovation Parks. 2. Economic Growth – Micro-economics Evidence 3. Local Development #Commercialization #4IR

The recent restrictions on access to some of the world's most advanced AI models should serve as a wake-up call for Africa. In the Age of AI, sovereignty is not just about borders, currencies, or natural resources. It is also about who owns the compute, controls the models, governs the data, and determines access to intelligence. Africa cannot afford to be merely a consumer of AI. We must invest in our own talent, infrastructure, datasets, languages, and AI ecosystems. The future belongs to nations that own a stake in the intelligence economy, not just those that use it.

I had an opportunity to co-chair Round Table 2: "Resilient Societies: Strengthening Care and Support Systems to Ensure the Empowerment, Autonomy and Independence of All Persons with Disabilities" during the 19th Session of the Conference of States Parties to the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, which just concluded in New York.

Kalamu episode 27 @Kipanytv Youtube

We would like to extend our sincere appreciation to Young and Alive Initiative for the opportunity to visit Kijitonyama Kisiwani Primary School and learn more about the inspiring ORASS programme.

RT @Afruturist: Type A parents often raise Type B children by giving them everything, except the understanding of how it was built. While…

Last day and last hour as Ambassador of the United Republic of Tanzania to the Republic of Korea.

Endowment fund session with Ardhi University

22 years ago, Poland joined the European Union 🇵🇱🇪🇺 Since May 1, 2004, this partnership has supported growth, strengthened connections, and shaped a modern, dynamic Poland. Today, we mark 22 years of shared progress and cooperation.

Unatoka 🇹🇿? Soma nchini 🇵🇱 kupitia Mpango wa Banach wa NAWA! Fahamu zaidi 👉nawa.gov.pl/en/students/fore…

Alhamdulillah, It has been an incredible journey. After two years of deep thinking, learning, and building, the book is finally ready. I am sincerely grateful to my good friend and mentor, @TomiDee, for his guidance, support, and for graciously writing the foreword. Your contribution has added immense value to this work. My appreciation also goes to the 13 startup CEOs who shared their perspectives on “Where Great Ideas Come From.” Your insights have significantly enriched the depth and relevance of this book. This book was inspired by a question I have encountered repeatedly over the past 15 years of working with innovators and entrepreneurs: "Brother nina idea yangu, nifanyaje nitoboe?" This work is my attempt to provide a structured, practical, and honest response to that question. We will be announcing the official launch date soon. Thank you to everyone who has been part of this journey.

Kwa mnasaba wa Pasaka, tunawatakia furaha, matumaini na nyakati nyingi za kipekee pamoja na wapendwa wenu. Kipindi hiki kiwaletee joto la moyo, wema na mshikamano. Heri njema za Pasaka!

Strong partnerships start with great conversations. Honored to celebrate 10 years of the European Business Group - fostering connections between Europe, Poland, and Tanzania. 🇪🇺🇵🇱🇹🇿

Kutoka uwezo wa ndani hadi athari ya kimataifa. 🌍 Poland inatoa mazingira thabiti na yenye mabadiliko kwa kampuni za teknolojia kupanuka na kufanikiwa kimataifa. Angalia ukweli. 📈 bbc.com/storyworks/poland-yo…

Tanzania Health Summit continues to drive research visibility and knowledge sharing across Tanzania and beyond. Through the Summit, presented over 600 abstracts have gone on to be published; contributing to evidence, informing policy, and strengthening health systems. Be part of this growing body of impact. #THS2026 abstract submission window is now open. Deadline: 1st June 2026 Submit your abstract HERE: lnkd.in/g6bTCRqp and share your work with a community driving change. #THS2026

I believe technology is just a tool. A tool that has a massive potential to unlock Africa's economy especially if it's embedded in key strategic sectors transforming continental growth. Yesterday, we signed an MoU with BuniHub/DTBI at @costechTANZANIA to launch Tanzania Ventures Lab. An initiave looking to grow technology related ventures unlocking the potential of five crucial sectors. ✅ Energy ✅ Mining ✅ Tourism ✅ Agriculture ✅ Manufacturing We are looking to work with 1000 ventures in the next four years. Giving them access to capital, technical, business and regulatory support. To unlock the USD 1TR dollar economy by 2050 is no joke. Technology can play a critical role. We are open for collaboration and strategic partnerships.

If I was still in my 20s, I would have created one for Dar es Salaam. Vijana changamkieni fursa hii.

Startups rely on digital tools to build, grow, and operate every day. Yet, we don’t always have a clear picture of which tools are most used or most needed across our ecosystem. That’s why the Tanzania Startup Association (TSA), together with our partners, is conducting the Startup Technology Stack and Digital Tools Survey, a first-of-its-kind effort to map the platforms, software, and technical services powering startups and growth businesses across Tanzania. Your input is critical. The results will directly shape the support founders receive, from discounted or free access to essential tools, to targeted training, technical assistance, and stronger partnerships that deliver real value to your company. All responses will be analyzed in aggregate, and we will not publish your company’s details without your consent. If you are a Founder, CEO, CTO, Head of Engineering, Operations or Finance lead, or anyone managing technology and digital tools in your company, we strongly encourage you to take part. 👉 Please scan the QR code on the poster or complete the survey via the link below: bit.ly/startup-digital-stack… This is your chance to influence the kind of support the ecosystem builds next. Don’t miss the opportunity to make sure your startup’s needs are heard #DigitalToolsSurvey #EmpoweringFounders #TanzaniaStartups #TechForGrowth #StartupSupport

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Prof Jeffrey Sachs: Africa should be the most dominant force in the world in the next 50 years, if it does these 3 things

Dear University Student, Uni is becoming more irrelevant in it's current set-up. What you need to do; ✅ Focus on projects not assignments ✅ Focus on demos not presentations ✅ Find problem to solve ✅ Build solutions ✅ Build your portfolio not CV ✅ Acquire skills over qualifications ✅ Code to build not to pass ✅ Do boring things with discipline ✅ Read, Write, Present ✅ Adopt AI at any cost ✅ Micro learn rare skills on demand Thank me later. Regards