The Nelson Mandela African Institution of Science and Technology (NM-AIST) hosted delegation from Karanga Main Prison in Moshi aimed at gaining insights into the Institution’s activities and exploring potential areas of collaboration between NM-AIST and the Tanzania Prisons.
The Vice Chancellor of NM-AIST, Prof. Maulilio Kipanyula welcomed the delegation and provided an overview of the Institution’s activities and strategic opportunities.

He highlighted potential areas of collaboration between NM-AIST and the Tanzania Prisons Service emphasized the importance of harnessing science, technology, research and innovation to address societal challenges and contribute to national development.
On his part, the Officer in Charge of Karanga Main Prison, Assistant Commissioner of Prisons (ACP) Dedan B. Lwamnana commended NM-AIST for the significant progress and developments witnessed during the visit and expressed appreciation for the warm reception extended to the delegation.
He further reaffirmed the Tanzania Prisons Service’s commitment to strengthening collaboration with NM-AIST in areas of mutual interest.
The visit marked an important step towards fostering continued engagement and building sustainable institutional partnerships particularly in science, technology, research and innovation. Such collaboration has the potential to enhance knowledge exchange, technical expertise and institutional capacity for the benefit of both institutions and the wider community.

During the visit, the delegation toured various facilities at NM-AIST and gained first-hand experience of the Institution’s activities and initiatives in science, technology, research and innovation.
The visit also included a meeting with the NM-AIST Management during which both parties exchanged views and discussed areas of mutual interest and potential collaboration.