The Nelson Mandela African Institution of Science and Technology

The Nelson Mandela African Institution of Science and Technology The Institution is fully registered with the Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU) with Reg.

NM-AIST is a research-based institution striving to be among the best in SETI globally and thus plays a critical role in developing modern high-tech for technological advancement and economic development of Tanzania, Africa, and globally. The Nelson Mandela African Institution of Science and Technology (NM-AIST) is a fully-fledged university established in 2009 under the Tanzania Universities Act

No. 7 of 2005. No. 028, and with a Charter granted by the President of the United Republic of Tanzania on August 13, 2013. The institution was formally inaugurated by the President of the United Republic of Tanzania, Dr. Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete, on November 02, 2012. The goal of NM-AIST is to catalyze the development of world-class Science, Engineering, Technology and Innovation (SETI) through the production of high–quality scientists and engineers in East Africa (EA) to stimulate economic growth and employment creation. Pursuant to this goal, the objective of NM-AIST is to educate the next generation of African scientists and engineers by equipping them with the technical, entrepreneurial and leadership capabilities to solve African problems thereby contributing to the economic and social transformation of EA and sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). The NM-AIST started its academic, research and innovation activities in 2011 when the first batch of Master’s and PhD students was enrolled. During its short period of existence, the Institution has made significant progress in training of postgraduate students, research and innovation, public service and outreach activities.

What a remarkable celebration! 🎉 On 20 August 2026 As we honored a new generation of scientists, innovators and future l...
21/08/2026

What a remarkable celebration! 🎉 On 20 August 2026 As we honored a new generation of scientists, innovators and future leaders.

From knowledge to impact, our graduates are now ready to turn ideas into solutions, research into innovation, and dreams into meaningful contributions to society. 🌍🚀

Congratulations to all our graduates! 🎓👏 Your journey has only just begun

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MAKAMU MKUU WA KWANZA NM-AIST ATEMBELEA BANDA LA TAASISI KATIKA WIKI YA ELIMU, UJUZI NA UBUNIFUMakamu Mkuu wa Kwanza wa ...
21/08/2026

MAKAMU MKUU WA KWANZA NM-AIST ATEMBELEA BANDA LA TAASISI KATIKA WIKI YA ELIMU, UJUZI NA UBUNIFU

Makamu Mkuu wa Kwanza wa Taasisi ya Afrika ya Sayansi na Teknolojia ya Nelson Mandela (NM-AIST), Prof. Burton Mwamila ametembelea banda la NM-AIST katika maonyesho ya Wiki ya Kitaifa ya Elimu, Ujuzi na Ubunifu yanayoendelea katika Viwanja vya Usagara, Tanga.

Prof. Mwamila amepata fursa ya kujionea bunifu, teknolojia na suluhisho mbalimbali zinazobuniwa na watafiti na wabunifu wa NM-AIST, zinazolenga kutumia sayansi, teknolojia na ubunifu katika kutatua changamoto za kijamii na kiuchumi, pamoja na kuchochea maendeleo endelevu.

Makamu Mkuu wa Kwanza NM-AIST Atembelea Banda la Taasisi katika Wiki ya Elimu, Ujuzi na UbunifuTangaMakamu Mkuu wa Kwanz...
20/08/2026

Makamu Mkuu wa Kwanza NM-AIST Atembelea Banda la Taasisi katika Wiki ya Elimu, Ujuzi na Ubunifu
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Makamu Mkuu wa Kwanza wa Taasisi ya Afrika ya Sayansi na Teknolojia ya Nelson Mandela (NM-AIST), Prof. Burton Mwamila, leo, tarehe 20 Agosti 2026, ametembelea banda la NM-AIST katika maonyesho ya Wiki ya Kitaifa ya Elimu, Ujuzi na Ubunifu, yanayoendelea katika Viwanja vya Shule ya Sekondari - Usagara, Tanga.

Prof. Mwamila amepata fursa ya kujionea ubunifu, tafiti na suluhisho mbalimbali za kiteknolojia zinazoibuliwa na watafiti na wabunifu wa NM-AIST.

Bunifu hizo zinaakisi dhamira ya NM-AIST ya kutumia sayansi, teknolojia na ubunifu katika kutatua changamoto za jamii, kukuza matumizi ya teknolojia na kuchochea maendeleo endelevu nchini.

Ziara hiyo pia imetoa fursa ya kuendelea kuhamasisha utafiti na ubunifu wenye matokeo ya moja kwa moja kwa jamii, sambamba na azma ya Tanzania ya kujenga uchumi unaotegemea maarifa, sayansi, teknolojia na ubunifu.

20/08/2026

Mahafali ya 12 ya Taasisi ya Afrika ya Sayansi na Teknolojia ya Nelson Mandela

NM-AIST KUTEKELEZA DIRA 2050 KUPITIA UTAFITI, UBUNIFU NA UJASIRIAMALI Mkuu wa Taasisi ya Afrika ya Sayansi na Teknolojia...
20/08/2026

NM-AIST KUTEKELEZA DIRA 2050 KUPITIA UTAFITI, UBUNIFU NA UJASIRIAMALI

Mkuu wa Taasisi ya Afrika ya Sayansi na Teknolojia ya Nelson Mandela Mhe. Omari Issa atunuku shahada za umahiri na uzamivu kwa wahitimi 138 katika Mahafali ya 12 ya Taasisi ya Nelson Mandela yaliyofanyika Leo tarehe 20 Agosti 2026, NM-AIST Tengeru Arusha.

Mwenyekiti wa Baraza la Taasisi ya Afrika ya Sayansi na Teknolojia ya Nelson Mandela (NM-AIST), Balozi Maimuna Tarish, amesisitiza umuhimu wa kuhakikisha tafiti, teknolojia na ubunifu unaozalishwa na Taasisi unatafsiriwa kuwa bidhaa, huduma na suluhisho halisi kwa changamoto za jamii, sambamba na utekelezaji wa Dira ya Maendeleo ya Tanzania 2050.

Akizungumza katika Mahafali ya 12 ya Taasisi (NM-AIST), Balozi Tarish amesema ubunifu haupaswi kuishia kwenye makaratasi au usajili wa hati miliki, bali unapaswa kutumika kutatua changamoto katika sekta za kilimo, ufugaji, biashara, mazingira na uchumi.
“Ubunifu usiishie kwenye makaratasi wala usajili BRELA; twende tukautafsiri kwa vitendo ili kujibu changamoto mbalimbali za jamii,” amesema Balozi Tarish.

Aidha, amewataka wahitimu kutumia maarifa na ujuzi walioupata NM-AIST kujitolea kuitumikia jamii ya Tanzania na Afrika, badala ya kutumia elimu kwa manufaa binafsi pekee.

Kwa upande wake, Makamu Mkuu wa NM-AIST, Prof. Maulilio Kipanyula, amesema jumla ya wahitimu 138 wamehitimu katika mahafali hayo, wakiwa wamezalisha machapisho 219 ya kisayansi na hati miliki saba.

Amesema NM-AIST itaendelea kuhamasisha wanafunzi na watafiti kuzalisha bidhaa, kufanya ugunduzi na kuchapisha tafiti katika majarida ya kimataifa.

Pia, Profesa Maulilio Kipanyula amesema watafiti 19 wa NM-AIST wametambuliwa katika tuzo za Wizara ya Elimu, Sayansi na Teknolojia zinazohusisha machapisho katika majarida ya kisayansi yenye hadhi ya juu duniani.

NM-AIST inaendelea kubadili maarifa kuwa ubunifu, ubunifu kuwa bidhaa na huduma, na tafiti kuwa suluhisho la changamoto za jamii sambamba na utekelezaji wa Dira 2050.

🎓 NM-AIST 12th Graduation Ceremony | Celebrating Excellence and ImpactThe celebration is underway as NM-AIST proudly cel...
20/08/2026

🎓 NM-AIST 12th Graduation Ceremony | Celebrating Excellence and Impact

The celebration is underway as NM-AIST proudly celebrates more than 138 achievements in science, technology, research and education.

Today, we honour a new generation of graduates whose knowledge, skills and innovations will contribute to solving societal challenges and advancing Tanzania’s development.

✨ Celebrating excellence and Inspiring innovation.

SSC Capital CEO Challenged NM-AIST Community to Transform Innovation into Sustainable Economic ValueDuring the 10th Conv...
19/08/2026

SSC Capital CEO Challenged NM-AIST Community to Transform Innovation into Sustainable Economic Value

During the 10th Convocation of the Nelson Mandela African Institution of Science and Technology (NM-AIST), held on 19th August 2026 at NM-AIST conference hall Mr. Salum Awadh Hagan, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of SSC Capital, delivered an insightful presentation on “Innovation Commercialization and Company De-Risking: Transforming Research, Technology and Entrepreneurship into Sustainable Economic Value.”
The session brought together scholars, faculty members, alumni and the wider NM-AIST community, sparking meaningful dialogue on strengthening the pathway from research and technological innovation to commercially viable enterprises.

Mr. Hagan highlighted the importance of commercializing research, de-risking innovative ventures and strengthening entrepreneurship to unlock the economic potential of science, technology and innovation.

The engagement underscored the need for stronger collaboration between academia, industry and investors to transform promising ideas and research outputs into sustainable businesses, jobs and economic opportunities.
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Prof. Kipanyula Calls on Graduates to Lead Africa’s Transformation Through Science and InnovationOn 19 August 2026, the ...
19/08/2026

Prof. Kipanyula Calls on Graduates to Lead Africa’s Transformation Through Science and Innovation

On 19 August 2026, the Vice Chancellor of the Nelson Mandela African Institution of Science and Technology (NM-AIST), Prof. Maulilio Kipanyula has challenged graduates to transform knowledge, research and innovation into practical solutions that address societal challenges and drive Tanzania’s development.

During his remarks on the 10th NM-AIST 10th Convocation Ceremony, Prof. Kipanyula emphasized that Tanzania must move beyond being a consumer of technologies developed elsewhere by building capacity to create, adapt, domesticate and commercialize technologies locally.

He urged graduates to become scientists who solve problems, innovators who create opportunities, entrepreneurs who generate employment, and leaders who serve society with integrity.

“Your degree should mark the beginning of your contribution, not the end of your education,” he said, encouraging graduates to remain curious, evidence-driven and committed to measurable impact.

Prof. Kipanyula reaffirmed NM-AIST’s dedication to advancing science, technology and innovation for sustainable development, emphasizing that Tanzania and Africa’s future will depend on transforming knowledge into solutions, research into impact, and innovation into jobs and shared prosperity.

UNDP Representative Urged NM-AIST Graduates to Drive Innovation and Create JobsOn 19 August 2026  the UNDP Country Repre...
19/08/2026

UNDP Representative Urged NM-AIST Graduates to Drive Innovation and Create Jobs

On 19 August 2026 the UNDP Country Representative to Tanzania, Mr. Shigeki Komatsubara has commended the Nelson Mandela African Institution of Science and Technology (NM-AIST) for its pan-African approach and commitment to research, innovation and commercialization.

Speaking during his remarks on the 10th NM-AIST Convocation Ceremony, Mr. Komatsubara described NM-AIST as strategically important to Tanzania and Africa, noting its role in developing high-level talent and advancing solutions to societal challenges.

He urged graduates to become value creators, entrepreneurs and job creators, emphasizing that Tanzania’s transition to a knowledge-based economy requires locally driven research, technology and innovation.

“Do not only look for the best jobs; create the opportunities and jobs of tomorrow through your passion, innovation and ingenuity,” he advised.

Mr. Komatsubara also expressed UNDP’s commitment to working with NM-AIST and encouraged the Institution to grow into a global leader in science, technology and innovation, contributing to Tanzania, Africa and the world.
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