The Nelson Mandela African Institution of Science and Technology (NM-AIST) has emerged as the leading higher education institution at the 32nd Northern Zone Agricultural, Livestock and Nane Nane Exhibition 2026, which officially concluded today at Themi Njiro Grounds in Arusha.

This achievement demonstrates NM-AIST’s contribution to advancing research, science, technology, and innovation aimed at providing solutions to various challenges facing the agriculture and livestock sectors.

Speaking after the conclusion of the exhibition, the Vice Chancellor of NM-AIST, Prof. Maulilio Kipanyula, said that the achievement was a result of the Institution’s efforts to transform research findings into technologies and innovations that can be applied in society and enhance productivity.

“Quality products require research. As an institution that prioritizes research and innovation, NM-AIST has continued to ensure that research findings are transformed into technologies that provide solutions to the challenges faced by farmers and livestock keepers,” he said.

He said that among the technologies showcased by NM-AIST at the exhibition was the Smart Cow System, which aims to increase productivity in dairy farming by enabling the monitoring of milk production as well as important livestock information.

Prof. Kipanyula said that NM-AIST will continue to position itself as a leading institution in contributing to the implementation of the Tanzania Development Vision 2050, particularly through research and development, science, technology and innovation, as well as digital transformation.

“This achievement is a motivation for us to continue performing even better. Next year, we will come with entirely new technologies. This year, we have successfully generated approximately 40 patents, an accomplishment we are proud of and which gives us the impetus to continue developing productive technologies and innovations for the agriculture and livestock sectors,” he said.

The 2026 Northern Zone Nane Nane Exhibition officially concluded today after bringing together various stakeholders from the agriculture, livestock, education, research, science, technology, and innovation sectors. NM-AIST has continued to demonstrate its important role in using research and innovation to drive the development of communities and productive sectors.