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Utafiti Elimu Tanzania 2026

Nelson Mandela African Institution of Science and Technology (NM-AIST) Arusha, Tanzania

Jun 22, 2026 12:00 AM — Jun 23, 2026 12:00 AM

Year 2026

Conference overview

Tanzania’s education research ecosystem is constantly evolving, requiring strong
connections between research, policy, and practice. The annual Utafiti Elimu Tanzania
(UET) conference was established to bridge this gap by fostering collaboration among key
stakeholders. Utafiti Elimu Tanzania — meaning “Education Research Tanzania” in Swahili —
brings together policymakers, government officials, national and international researchers,
development partners, and education programme implementers. This evidence-driven,
solution-oriented conference serves as a platform for sharing insights, sparking innovation,
and shaping policies that improve education outcomes across the country.

Agenda

Themes

This year’s programme spans 4 tracks:

Dr. Lucian Ngeze

Digital Integration in Education Systems

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Inclusion of Elimu ya Amali

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Shaibu Mandova Athumani

Climate, Environment and Education

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Inclusive Education & Language policy

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Schedule

Programme

Elevating Education Evidence in Tanzania

Jun 22, 2026 10:33 AM · Jun 23, 2026 10:33 AM

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Resources

  • Education in Climate Emergencies

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Frequently asked questions

I don’t have an invite, can I attend the event?

Utafiti Elimu Tanzania is an invite-only event, bringing together government and key partners committed to using evidence to advance education in Tanzania.If you haven’t received a formal invitation but are interested in attending, please express your interest through this form.Due to limited capacity, invitations will be extended based on alignment with the event’s focus areas. Please note that we are unable to sponsor or fund attendance.

What are the key themes of Utafiti Elimu 2026?

We have four themes this year. To get the most out of the conference, we ask you to choose one theme based on your interests and work. On the day, we’ll give you a coloured sticker to help you remember your chosen theme. Check out the themes below.

1.⁠ ⁠Digital Integration in Education Systems
2.⁠ ⁠Inclusion of Elimu ya Amali 
3.⁠ ⁠Climate, Environment & Education 
4.⁠ ⁠Inclusive Education & Language policy

What will the breakout sessions at the event focus on?

After the plenary, we’ll break out into thematic sessions. These will include short presentations, panel discussions, Q&A sessions and hands-on activities. Together, we’ll explore government priorities, existing evidence, research gaps and what collective action we can take for each theme.

If I have questions during the event, who should I ask?

If you want to know more about the conference, and themes or partner with us in the future speak to the team at the Registration Desk.


What can I expect in my conference bag on the day?

In your conference bag, you will find your programme, stickers, a notebook and pen. If anything is missing, let us know!