Innovation plays a crucial role in improving the lives of Tanzanians, and Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA) is at the forefront of driving innovative solutions in the agricultural sector. SUA’s research and development efforts have led to significant advancements in crop production, disease prevention, and pest control. Through the promotion of innovation and entrepreneurship among its students, SUA is creating a new generation of problem solvers equipped to address the challenges faced by Tanzanian farmers and drive economic growth in the country. By fostering a culture of innovation, SUA is helping to transform the agricultural sector and improve the standard of living for Tanzanians.
“Deputy Vice Chancellor for Academics, Research and Consultancy at Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA), Prof. Maulid Mwatawala, has urged university innovators in the country, including those at SUA, to ensure they have high-quality innovations.”
“Deputy Vice Chancellor for Academics, Research and Consultancy at Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA), Prof. Maulid Mwatawala, emphasizing a point while speaking to innovators from SUA who are not pictured.”
Prof. Mwatawala made this call on April 28, 2023 while speaking to innovators from SUA at the Innovation Week 2023 exhibition being held at Jamhuri Stadium in Dodoma.
He said that innovation happens at different levels, from ordinary citizens to vocational training centers and universities. Therefore, the expectations of many citizens are to get better results from innovations from higher learning institutions.
“We need to go to a higher level of innovation, for example, if someone designs a fabric, they should ensure that the mix of raw materials such as cotton and silk in the fabric can help someone know when the fabric can be worn,” said Prof. Mwatawala.
Meanwhile, the Member of Parliament for Iringa Mjini, Hon. Jesca Msambatavangu, who had the opportunity to visit SUA’s booth, congratulated the researchers at the university for their excellent work.
“Member of Parliament for Iringa Mjini, Hon. Jesca Msambatavangu (wearing overalls in the center), in a group photo with innovators from SUA.”
“She said that the fruits of various research conducted at the university have continued to be seen in various areas, including in Iringa region where several studies have been conducted.
Sokoine University of Agriculture has conducted various studies in Iringa region, including research to control the outbreak of rats that were causing 100 percent losses by eating farmers’ crops in various areas such as Uyole, Mkungugu, Isimani, and Izazi.”
“Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Education, Science, and Technology Prof. Carolyne Nombo (seated in the middle) sitting in the creative lounge of the Sokoine University of Agriculture, which was designed using discarded barrels and tires and added value. To her right is Prof. Mwatawala, and to her far right is Prof. Maulilio Kipanyula, Director of Science, Technology, and Innovation in the Ministry of Education, Science, and Technology.”
“Deputy Vice Chancellor for Administration, Finance, and Planning of Nelson Mandela University, Prof. Suzan Augustino (on the right) enjoying various innovations from SUA.
Bi. Theresia Temu from SUA holding a rat that can detect the area where a bomb has been placed or coughs containing Tuberculosis bacteria.
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