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1 Inside VICE CHANCELLOR S MESSAGE: 2 FOCUS ON UNIVERSITY ADMINISTRATION: 3 WHAT S HAPPENING AT THE HILL: 5 FOCUS ON RESEARCH: 17 FOCUS ON UNIVERSITY COLLEGES: 20 NKRUMAH HALL BECOMES A CHERISHED HERITAGE SITE 1

2 MESSAGE FROM THE VICE CHANCELLOR Dear Readers and Members of the UDSM community, It is my pleasure to invite you to this issue of Mlimani Newsletter. I congratulate the UDSM management and staff for their personal and joint efforts that have enabled us to accomplish the various planned activities towards the achievement of UDSM Vision Through these efforts the University has continued to fulfil its teaching, research and knowledge exchange obligations. I also thank and congratulate our esteemed students and their parents and guardians for continuing to be our loyal customers and major stakeholders. This Newsletter issue presents some important events and activities that have happened since the release of last issue. In the October 2014 graduations, a total of 6,823 students graduated in two clusters as customary; the first on 8 th November 2014 and the second on 15 th November This number includes 2 honorary degree recipients: the Late Chancellor, Ambassador Fulgence Michael Kazaura and Lord David John Sainsbury, the Chancellor of the University of Cambridge. There were a record total of 68 PhD awards, as compared to 42 in the last academic year. A number of other important developments have also happened. The University has started new programs at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. At the undergraduate level, USDM has introduced three new undergraduate programs relating to gas and oil, namely petroleum engineering, petroleum geology and petroleum chemistry. Other new undergraduate programs are: Bachelor of Architecture (CoET); Bachelor of Arts in Library and Information Studies (Library); Bachelor of Science in Fisheries and Aquaculture (CoNAS); Bachelor of Arts in Development Studies (IDS) and Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy and Ethics (CoHU). The new programs introduced at the postgraduate level include Master of Public Health (CoSS); Master of Arts in Applied Economics (CoSS); Master of Arts in Research and Public Policy (CoSS); Master of Educational Management and Administration (SoED) and Master of Science in Petroleum Geology. In addition, plans are underway to establish six other undergraduate programs, namely: Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology; Bachelor of Social Work; Bachelor of Arts in Psychology; Bachelor of Arts in Arts and Design; Bachelor of Arts in Film and Television and Bachelor of Arts in Music. In addition to the introduction of new programs, the University has installed the TURNITIN Anti-Plagiarism Software to address incidences of plagiarism in academic work, especially at postgraduate level. This has been followed by a series of training workshops for senior academic staff on the use of the software. We have also experienced some sad and disappointing events that touched our hearts. The worst of all is the road accident that occurred in the Changarawe area, Iringa Region on 11 th March. Sadly, we lost five of our students in that incident alone. The deceased were Mr. Killeo, Eric (B.A. Education, UDSM); Mr. Sosten, Daud (B.A. Education, UDSM); Mr. Watson, Jeremia (B.A. Education, UDSM); Mr. Chiwangu, Didimo (B.A. Education, UDSM); and Mr. Mbaule, Frank (B.A. Education, DUCE). The University held an Institutional Vigil for the fallen sons on 20 th March 2015 at Nkrumah Hall. In another sad incident, on 16 th March 2015 fire broke out at Block B of the University s Mabibo Hostels, which accommodates female students. It destroyed part of the building, university property, infrastructures and students belongings such as computers, clothes, books, mobile phones and cash. The University Management took the necessary measures to provide the affected students with proper accommodation and other forms of assistance. As usual, the Newsletter also offers popular columns with our readers. They cover activities relating to the University administration, research, knowledge exchange, alumni affairs, staff profiles and announcements. You will note on the onset that the University of Dar es Salaam is revamping its dignity as the center of intellectual exchange and development dialogue. Worthy of particular mention is the Seventh Julius Nyerere Intellectual Festival held from 13 th to 15 th April It drew an array of renowned African Intellectuals and grass roots voices. The theme of the Festival was Privatisation and Social Justice for Grassroots Communities. In another event, the Former President, His Excellency Alhaj Ali Hassan Mwinyi, launched new publications produced by members and associates of the Institute of Kiswahili Studies (IKS) on 19 th March 2015 at the Nkrumah Hall. Earlier on in January 2015, the Honorary Consular of Mexico in Tanzania and CEO of Lab Equip Limited, Mr. Mohammed Reza Saboor, issued the Award of Excellence to the best UDSM students in science during the academic year 2013/2014. The recipients of the award were Ms. Doreen Kabuche and Mr. Florian Mkemwa. We congratulate them for their achievements. In reading the Newsletter, readers will also notice a resilient theme of knowledge exchange through various international and national conferences and workshops hosted by the various University units. I trust that this edition of the Newsletter will illustrate the growing success of the series. We look forward to continued publication of this important information outlet. I am sure the Editor will appreciate receiving feedback in the form of ideas, suggestions or recommendations for further improvements of the Newsletter. I wish all the esteemed readers happy reading. Prof. Rwekaza S. Mukandala VICE CHANCELLOR MLIMANI Newsletter is produced thrice a year by Advancement Office. This issue s editorial team is Nandera Mhando, John Baitani and Walter Luanda. Contact udsmalumni@gmail.com; advudsm@gmail.com with comments or to submitt information for the next issue. 2

3 FOCUS ON UNIVERSITY ADMINISTRATION JOINT COUNCIL AND SENATE VALEDICTION AND INVESTITURE CEREMONIES FOR OUTGOING AND INCOMING DEPUTY VICE CHANCELLORS Facing attendees and University Community, the Deputy Vice Chancellors bow as a final farewell. Newly appointed Deputy Vice Chancellors with some members of the University Coucil and the senate. On 5th December 2014 the University held for the first time since the mid-1960s an investiture ceremony for the incoming university leadership along with a valediction ceremony for outgoing leaders. This ceremony marked the end of leadership of the outgoing Deputy Vice Chancellors, Prof. Makenya Maboko and Prof. Yunus Mgaya and the formal handing over of their positions to the incoming Deputy Vice Chancellors, Prof. Florens Luoga, Prof. David Mfinanga and Prof. Cuthbert Kimambo. The ceremony was held in Nkrumah Hall and was well attended by members of the University Council, the Senate and the University Community. The ceremony was marked with an academic procession, speeches from the outgoing DVCs, de-robbing of the outgoing DVCs, oath taking by the incoming DVCs and congratulatory messages from selected factions of the University community. The Investiture Ceremony was presided over by the Chairperson of the University Council, Mr. Peter Ngumbullu. Newly appointed Deputy Vice Chancellors reading their declarations of commitment to office in turns. They are Prof. Florens D. A. M. Luoga, Deputy Vice Chancellor Academic (centre), Prof. David A. Mfinanga, Deputy Vice Chancellor Administration (right) and Prof. Cuthbert Kimambo, Deputy Vice Chancellor Research (left). 3

4 VICE CHANCELLOR S DAY VC s Day was held at the College of Engineering and Technology (CoET) on 5 th November 2014, where the Vice Chancellor and the Deputies gave their welcoming addresses to the incoming students of the University of Dar es Salaam. Dr. Rebeca Sima, Dean of Students talking to students. Students listening to speeches Prof. Allen R. Mushi, Director of Undergraduate Studies talking to students. Attendees of the event 4

5 WHAT S HAPPENING AT THE HILL THE SEVENTH JULIUS NYERERE INTELLECTUAL FESTIVAL The Seventh Julius Nyerere Intellectual Festival was held at the Nkrumah Hall from 13 th to 15 th April The theme of the Festival this year was Privatisation and Social Justice for Grassroots Communities. For the first time speakers at the Festival included people from rural areas in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania who gave testimonies of social injustice relating to the privatisation of resources as experienced in their respective areas. There were also participants from Zambia, South Africa, Poland and United States of America. Distinguished Nyerere Voices from the Grassroots Peter Kayira from Uganda (in red), and Allu Mustafa from Farmers Community Kilosa, Tanzania (with hat) are being installed at the festival. UJAMAA: THE HIDDEN STORY OF TANZANIA S SOCIALIST VILLAGES The mentioned book by SOMA was launched on the second day of the festival. It was launched by the Chairperson of the Mwalimu Nyerere Professional Chair, Prof. Penina Mlama. The writer gives a glimpse of a caring future from the past where the great 20th century movements for national independence were to end the scourge of Western occupation with the theft of human labour and natural resources. The disastrous regimes that followed wiped from view all that these movements achieved. Several copies were bought at the festival. Nyota Group called Majeleko from Dodoma leads procession to Nkrumah Hall. 5

6 NKRUMAH HALL BECOMES A CHERISHED HERITAGE SITE University of Dar es Salaam s Nkrumah Hall on Monday 13 th April 2015 became a national heritage site following the government s approval of the renowned structure. The hall joins other 128 buildings and areas that are conserved across the country and its approval coincided with revealing debates on land and privatization during the ongoing seventh Mwalimu Nyerere Intellectual festival at the institution. 6 Hon. Lazaro Nyalandu (MP), Minister for Natural Resources and Tourism exchanges documents with Prof. Rwekaza Mukandala, UDSM Vice Chancellor, shortly after signing and announcing Government memorandum on Nkrumah Hall being one of the National Heritage treasures.

7 THE UNIVERSITY OF DAR ES SALAAM 44TH GRADUATION CEREMONIES 2014 HELD AT MLIMANI CITY CONFERENCE HALL ON 8 TH & 15 TH NOVEMBER The University held its 44th Graduation Ceremony in two clusters as customary; the first on 8th November 2014 and the second on 15th November A total of 6,823 students graduated. This number includes 2 honorary degree recipients: the Late Chancellor, Ambassador Fulgence Michael Kazaura and Lord David John Sainsbury. There was a record total of 68 PhD awards, as compared to 42 last academic year Vice Chancellor, Prof R. Mukandala UDSM awarded the late Ambassador Fulgence Michael Kazaura a Honorary degree of Doctor of Letters (Honours Causa) which was received by his wife Mrs Celestina Mwombeki Kazaura. UDSM awarded Lord David John Sainsbury a Honorary degree of Doctor of Science (Honours Causa). A cross section of newly conferred PhD holders A cross section of Graduants 7

8 THE UNIVERSITY OF DAR ES SALAAM IN COLLABORATION WITH INDIAN HIGH COMMISSION IN TANZANIA AND INDIAN COUNCIL FOR CULTURE RELATIONS CELEBRATED MAHATMA GHANDI S LIFE AND UNVEILED HIS BUST AT THE UDSM COUNCIL CHAMBER, NOVEMBER 18, 2014 Mahatma Gandhi s Bust unveiled by High Commissioner, Mr. Debnath Shaw and Prof. Rwekaza Mukandala, Vice Chancellor, University of Dar es Salaam. Prof. Rwekaza Mukandala welcoming Hon. Dr. Salim Ahmed Salim, Former PM of Tanzania during the celebration of Mahatma Ghandi s life at the UDSM Council Chamber. Looking on (centre) is H.E. Rt. Shri Debnath Shaw, High Commissioner of India to Tanzania. From left: Prof. Florens Luoga, Deputy Vice Chacellor, UDSM; Prof. Penina Mlama, Chairperson; Prof. Rwekaza Mukandala, Vice Chancellor, UDSM; H.E. Rt. Hon ble Dr. Salim Ahmed Salim, Former PM of Tanzania; Shri Debnath Shaw, High Commissioner of India to Tanzania; Mrs. Chitra Suresh, Director (ICC); Mr. Rajesh Sehgal, Attache, High Commission of India. ADVANCEMENT OFFICE exists to ADVANCE - foster, encourage, move foward - the University goals Contact us! adv@udsm.ac.tz (Tel) (Cell) (Fax) 8

9 SPECIAL MEMORIAL SERVICE It was with profound grief that UDSM community saw the untimely demise of five students in a fatal road accident which occurred near Mafinga, in Iringa Region on 11 th March Students who lost their lives in the accident are: Killeo, Eric; Sosten, Daud; Watson, Jeremia; Mbaule, Frank; and Chiwangu, Didimo. On 20 th March 2015, the University held a Memorial Church Service for the beloved five students. Special Mass in a tribute to the five students who passed away after being involved in a fatal accident in Iringa. 9

10 CONFUCIUS DAY OBSERVED AT THE NKRUMAH HALL 29TH NOVEMBER 2014 Confucius Day was Observed at the Nkrumah Hall, where Chinese Scholars made presentations on Democracy, Confucius and Confucianism in Morality context, and projected Chinese movies as Confucius Institute celebrated its first anniversary of CI at University of Dar es Salaam. Prof. ZHOU Shifa from the Institute of African Studies-Zhejiang Normal University delivering a lecture on Exploration of Chinese Modernization Road and the Reconstruction of Future International Order. Prof. Henry R. T. Muzale, Principal, College of Humanities (CoHU) addressing attendees (not in the picture) Attendees listerning to presentations. 10

11 A new building to house the College of Agricultural Sciences and Fisheries Technology INAUGURATION OF THE EIGHT BUILDINGS CONSTRUCTED WITH WB FUNDS The Prime Minister of the United Republic of Tanzania, Hon. Mizengo Peter Kayanza Pinda, inaugurated the eight buildings constructed with World Bank funds. The ceremony was held at the Mining and Mineral Processing Engineering building on 10th October Left: Minister for Education and Vocational Training, Hon. Dr. J. S. Kawambwa (MP) (right) greets Hon. Mizengo Peter Kayanza Pinda (left). Looking on is Prof. R.S Mukandala, the Vice Chancellor of the University of Dar es Salaam. Hon. Pinda listening to a presentation about the buildings. Hon. Pinda (right) enaugurating one of the buildings. Looking on is Prof. R.S Mukandala, the Vice Chancellor of the University of Dar es Salaam. A new building for the Department of Mining and Mineral Processing Engineering, with a capacity to host over 7,750 students per week in its 7 laboratories; 4,850 students per week in its 4 seminar and lecture rooms and 25 members of staff in its 23 offices. A new building to house School of Education. 11

12 UDSM BUSINESS SCHOOL PHASE III OF THE UDBS BUILDING Was inaugurated on 28th January 2015 at a ceremony presided over by His Excellency Johny Flento, the Danish Ambassador to Tanzania. The guest of honour His Excellency Johny Flento (fourth from right) cut the ribbon to officially inagurate the UDBS Phase III building. 12 The guest of honour His Excellency Johny Flento (third from right) in a group photo with UDSM Management.

13 THE 1ST VOICE OF SOCIAL SCIENCE (VSS) INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE 2014 The College of Social Sciences organised and hosted an international Conference titled Voice of Social Sciences (VSS) under the theme of Achieving Sustainable Development in an Interconnected World from November 17 th -18 th 2014 at the Mlimani City Conference Centre in Dar es Salaam. It aimed at promoting the linkage between research and policy making guided by participatory dialogue. The conference focused on four areas, namely Political Sustainability, Environmental Sustainability, Economic Sustainability and Social Sustainability. VSS attracted 220 participants from Tanzania, Nigeria, Uganda, Ethiopia, Ghana, Rwanda, South Africa, USA, Canada, Cameroon, Kenya, Netherlands, Botswana, Belgium, Guyana, Sweden and China. A total of 82 papers were presented. The conference was officiated by Hon. Bernard Kamillius Membe (MP), Minister for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation. The Minister for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Hon. Bernard Kamillius Membe (MP) delivering the opening speech. H.E Dr. Patrick I. Gomes, the Ambassodor of the Republic of Guyana to the European Union and Representative of Guyana to the African, Carribbean and Pacific (ACP) Group of States, delivering a closing speech. Prof. Florens D. A. M. Luoga DVC - Academic delivering opening remarks. Prof. G. Kahyrara, Principal CoSS delivering opening remarks 13

14 VALEDICTORY LECTURE BY PROF. MATHEW L. LUHANGA ON NEW VISTAS IN THE ANALYTICAL MODELING OF DATA TRAFFIC ON BROADBAND NETWORKS AT NKRUMAH HALL, 4 TH DECEMBER 2014 A section of the audience listening to the lecture. Prof. M. L. Luhanga delivering the Valedictory lecture. Prof. M. L. Luhanga (first from right) in a tet a tet with some attendees. Group photo with Prof. M. L. Luhanga (third from left). 14

15 THE LEARNING TOGETHER FOR CHANGE CONFERENCE A group photo with the guest of Honour Hon. Dr. Mohamed Gharib Bilal (seated at the centre) University of Dar es Salaam was a Co-Host to the Learning Together for Change Conference that took place at Nelson Mandela African Institute of Science and Technology from 27 th to 29 th April The conference was supported by SIDA under the Association of Swedish Higher Education. The Guest of Honour was the Vice President of the United Republic of Tanzania, Hon. Mohamed Gharib Bilal. The guest of honour, Hon Dr. Mohamed Gharib Bilal (standing first from right) greeting Lenonarth Hjelmåker, the Swedish Ambassador to Tanzania. Standing (second from left) is the DVC-Research, University of Dar es Salaam. Dr. Vicensia Shule (standing second from right) during plenary discussion Attendees of the conference during breakout sessions. Attendees listening to presentations during plenary session. 15

16 What s happening at the Hill NEW YEAR PARTY The University of Dar es Salaam held a New Year Party on 20 th February, 2015 at the Mlimani City Conference Hall. All university staff and some alumni were invited. The party was well attended. The Vice Chancellor delivering opening remarks. The Deputy Vice Chancellor Administration, Prof. David A. Mfinanga giving a speech. Different sections of attendees at the party. 16

17 University of Dar es salaam and Partners launch a big project on integrated system for treating agro based industrial wastewater and recovering the resources (nutrients and biogas) in Arusha on 29th april 2015 FOCUS ON RESEARCH Managing Director of BIL, Mr Olomi giving explanations to the Guest of Honour (his back facing the camera) on the launch of the project In Tanzania, the project focuses on optimizing biogas production, water reuse and nutrient recovery from agro process effluents. The project activities were carried out at Banana Investment Ltd (BIL) which is a winery company situated along Old Moshi Road, in Arusha City. BIL is in the business of production and distribution of alcoholic beverages made from ripe bananas. The College of Engineering and Technology of the University of Dar es Salaam is the leading partner institution implementing the project in Tanzania. before the treated water is reused for fishing and agricultural activities. Following the successful implementation of the project at BIL, a new project financed through the World Bank has been realized. An integrated process for treating wastewater is being implemented for Mwanza City Abattoir with production capacity of 300 cattle, 150 goats and 150 sheep per day and it is estimated to produce about 150 m3 of highly leaded wastewater per day. DVC Research of UDSM, Prof Cuthbert Kimambo giving the welcome remarks The integrated wastewater management processes involve digestion of the organic matter in wastewater to produce biogas. This biogas contains about 50% methane gas which is green house gas (GHG) known to cause climate change. By capturing the biogas, there will be substantial reduction in its emission at project sites and therefore mitigating climate change. This gas can be combusted to produce energy and CO2, which is less damaging to the environments. The biogas digester gives slurry (bio-fertilizers) that is rich in nutrients. The bio digester has a liquid component that is treated in a Constructed Wetland for further reduction of pollutants Guest of Honor, Prof Makame Mbarawa addressing the audience (not in the photo) on official launch of the BIL project A group photo of the researchers for consortium with the Guest of Honour (seated first from right) 17

18 UNIVERSITY OF DAR ES SALAAM One of the vistors goes through poster display at the College of Natural and Applied Sciences. Pilot Research exhibitions were held from 27 th to 28 th March 2015 at the main campus. Apart from exhibitions, several other events took place, including symposiums, performances, presentations and public debates organized by different Colleges, Schools and Institutes. An expert in Computer Systems demonstrates a design of Mechatronic System for Measuring Surface Fatigue of Dental Composites at the College of Engineering and Technology. School of Education displays some of the local teaching aid at Nkrumah hall 18 Dr. Buchard R. B. Bagile, Deputy Principal, College of Information and Communication Technologies interviewed by the media. Mr. Jackson Coy (left) from the Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies, College of Humanities displays publications to a visitor (seated)

19 ESTABLISHES RESEARCH EXHIBITIONS One of the second year students from the Department of Physics desplays how the music sound wave can expand or reduce fire flames. Mr. Mark Saria from College of Engineering and Technology displays the concrete quality control equipment. A group of White Lake High School students listening to a presentation at the Department of Geology. Mr. Juma Rajabu from Physics Department exhibiting a weather station which is used to measure mateorological Parameters. 19

20 FOCUS ON CONSTITUENT COLLEGES Mkwawa University College of National Conference on The Advancement of Geographical Studies for Sustainable Development of Tanzania. The Conference was held from Friday 20 th to Sunday 22 nd March The Conference presented a great value and an excellent opportunity for experts from various disciplines to meet and discuss the progress made in learning and practicing Geography for sustainable development of our country. MUCE top leaders and conference participants pose for a group photo at MUCE MUCE celebrated Mkwawa Event from 24 th to 28 th November In that event various activities were carried out including Launching of Publications (Memoir Publications, Mkwawa Historical Publications and Mkwawa Newsletter), Mkwawa Sports Bonanza, Public Talk, Tree Planting, Guided Tour to various Historical Sites and National Parks, and Cultural Entertainment. The main function of the event was to mobilize funds for the construction of students hostels. Hon. Minister of Education and Vocational Training, Dr. Shukuru Kawambwa opens new life science laboratory at MUCE during the celebration of Mkwawa Event. The construction of the building was funded by Science, Higher Education and Technology Project (STHEP) Hon. Minister of Education and Vocational Training, Dr. Shukuru Kawambwa launches a fund for the construction of students hostels at MUCE during the celebration of Mkwawa Event. 20

21 Education Nation-wise Events The Prime Minister of the United Republic of Tanzania Hon. Mizengo Peter Kayanza Pinda (MP) visited MUCE on Thursday 18 th February 2015 to review the implementation of STHEP. The Hon. PM visited STHEP civil works and addressed all of MUCE staff members. Hon. Pinda, the Prime Minister of the United Republic of Tanzania visits civil works at MUCE MUCE has implemented the pilot project of Retooling of Science and Mathematics teachers using ICT and other technologies. A total of 500 teachers from three regions, namely Iringa, Mbeya and Njombe have been trained under the project. The training was conducted from 23 rd March to 1 st April 2015 in four centres, namely Iringa Secondary School, Loleza Secondary School, Makambako Secondary School, and MUCE. An assistant lecturer from the Physics Department, Ms. Germana Mlay, instructs physics teachers during the Retooling training. Hon. Pinda, the Prime Minister of the United Republic of Tanzania poses for a group photo with members of staff at MUCE. 21

22 DAR ES SALAAM UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF EDUCATION PROF. WILLIAM A.L. ANANGISYE, NEWLY APPOINTED COLLEGE PRINCIPAL Prof. William A.L. Anangisye, the newly appointed DUCE Principal emphasizing a point during his first meeting with the DUCE Management team, in March Prof. Godliving Mtui, the Acting Principal by then, welcomes the Newly Appointed College Principal, Prof. William A. L. Anangisye to speak to some of the members of the Management team in March Some of the members of the DUCE Management team pose for a group photo with the Newly appointed DUCE Principal, Prof. William A.L. Anangisye (seated, 3rd from left). Kareem The College Principal, Prof. William A.L. Anangisye, delivering his key-note speech during an Induction Seminar for the newly elected DARUSO-DUCE 2015/2016 leaders on 22 nd May 2015 in the College Boardroom. A cross section of the newly elected DARUSO-DUCE 2015/2016 leaders following attentively the Speech of the Principal during an Induction Seminar on 22nd May 2015 in the College Boardroom. 22

23 FOCUS ON ALUMNI The University of Dar es salaam in Collaboration with IREX through the Convocation Office Organised Free Career Fair Trainings in Dar es Salaam and Mwanza In Dar es salaam, the Career Fair Day was held on Saturday 29 th November 2014 at Nkrumah Hall Director of Human Resources, National Housing Corporation, Mr James J. Rhombo addressing students. Ernest and Young Human Resources Manager, Mr Samwel E. Mtoni, clarifying issues during his presentation. In Mwanza, the Career Training was organised by the University including DUCE and MUCE on 27th February 2015 at New Mwanza Hotel Mr. Kabeho Solo, a Human Resource Consultant, clarifying human resource issues at the event. UDSM ALUMNI Connecting the University Community Locally and around the Globe Alumni listening to presentations Like us! udsmalumni@gmail.com Photos: The Editors wish to credit Ramadhani Kitwana for the many photos in this newsletter. Newsletter Design and Layout: Yasin A. Yusuph 23

24 UNIVERSITY ANNOUNCEMENTS APPOINTMENTS International Appointment In an event spotlighting Tanzania and UDSM in the international scene, Prof. Pius Z. Yanda of the Institute of Resource Assessment was re-appointment to serve on the Joint International Scientific Committee on Climate Change as researcher. Prof. Yanda had previously participated, together with Prof. J. H. Y. Katima of the College of Engineering and Technology, in the research activities of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), and their work was given recognition as having contributed significantly to the IPCC s winning of the Nobel Peace Prize in Government Appointments 1. Prof. Mussa Juma Assad, Controller and Auditor General (CAG), National Audit Office 2. Dr. Mighanda J. Manyahi, Board Chairman of Tanzania Electric Supply Company Limited (TANESCO) 3. Prof. Yunus D. Mgaya, Executive Secretary of the Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU) 4. Prof. Osmund Kaunde, Deputy Chancellor, Mbeya University of Science and Technology (MUST) 5. Prof. S. Mwakalila, Caretaker/ Rector, Mwalimu Nyerere Memorial Academy (Kivukoni) 6. Dr. Thomas J. Ndaluka, Deputy Rector (Academic, Research and Consultancy) Mwalimu Nyerere Memorial Academy 7. Dr. Imani Swilla, Member of the Joint Committee of Experts from the United Republic of Tanzania and the DRC Congo University Appointments 1. Dr. Samson Matiko, Estates Manager 2. Prof. Ignas A. Rubaratuka, Acting Principal, College of Engineering and Technology 3. Prof. Lawrence M. Museru, Acting Dean, School of Health Sciences 4. Dr. Donatha D. Tibuhwa, Deputy Director of Postgraduate Studies 5. Prof. Godliving Y. Mtui, Acting Principal, of the Dar es Salaam University College of Education (DUCE) 6. Prof. William A. L. Anangisye, Principal of the Dar es Salaam University College of Education (DUCE), with effect from 7 th March Prof. Yusufu Q. Lawi, Acting Director, Office of the Vice Chancellor, effective from 1 st January Dr. Juliana Masabo, Associate Dean, University of Dar es Salaam School of Law, effective from 8 th January Dr. Stephen Mabagala, Coordinator of Sports and Games, effective from 8 th January Prof. Michael Ndanshau, Acting Deputy Principal Academic, Mkwawa University College of Education (MUCE), effective from 16 th March Dr. Evaristo Haule, Acting Dean, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Mkwawa University College of Education (MUCE), effective from 16 th March Prof. Agnes E.G. Mwakaje, Director of Postgraduate Studies (DPGS), effective from 1 st April Prof. Allen R. Mushi, Director of Undergraduate Studies (DUS), effective from 1 st April Dr. Mussa I. Mgwatu, Director, Quality Assurance Bureau (QAB), effective from 1 st April Prof. Shukrani Manya, Director of Research (DR), effective from 1 st April Prof. Charles Lugomela, Director of Knowledge Exchange (DKE), effective from 1 st April Dr. Mussa M. Kissaka, Principal, College of Information and Communication Technologies (CoICT), effective from 1 st April Prof. Ignas A. Rubaratuka, Principal, College of Engineering and Technology (CoET), effective from 1 st April Prof. Henry R. T. Muzale, Principal, College of Humanities (CoHU), effective from 1 st April Prof. Thomas J. Lyimo, Principal, College of Natural and Applied Sciences (CoNAS), effective from 1 st April Prof. Godius Kahyarara, Principal, College of Social Sciences (CoSS), effective from 1 st April Dr. Ulingeta O. Mbamba, Dean, University of Dar es Salaam Business School (UDBS), effective from 1 st April Dr. Hillary A. Dachi, Dean, School of Education (SoED), effective from 1 st April Dr. Michael Andindilile, Dean, School of Journalism and Mass Communication (SJMC), effective from 1 st April Prof. Hamudi Ismail Majamba, Dean, University of Dar es Salaam School of Law (UDSoL), effective from 1 st April Dr. Amina M.M. Kabudi, Director, Wilbert Chagula Library, effective from 1 st April Dr. Eugenia J. Kafanabo, Director of the Gender Centre, effective from 1 st April Prof. Esther W. Dungumaro, Director, Institute of Development Studies (IDS), effective from 1 st April Prof. Pius Z. Yanda, Director, Institute of Resource Assessment (IRA), effective from 1 st April Dr. Ernesta S. Mosha, Director, Institute of Kiswahili Studies (IKS), effective from 1 st April Dr. Yohana W. Shaghude, Director, Institute of Marine Sciences (IMS), effective from 1 st April Dr. Ellinami J. Minja, Managing Director, University Computing Centre (UCC), effective from 9 th April Dr. Rashid Adam Tamatamah, Acting Head, Department of Aquatic Sciences and Fisheries, College of Natural and Applied Sciences (CoNAS), effective from 9 th April Dr. Mwajuma Vuzo, Acting head, Department of Educational Psychology and Curriculum Studies, School of Education (SoED), effective from 9 th April Dr. Nelson Boniface, Acting Head, Department of Geology, College of Natural and Applied Sciences (CoNAS), effective from 9 th April