YST Press Conference

Young Scientists Tanzania held a press conference on 27/04/2025 at the Karimjee Foundation Headquarters to highlight their latest initiatives aimed at fostering scientific innovation and innovation among the young people in secondary schools in Tanzania. The event showcased the organization's commitment to empowering the next generation of scientists and promoting scientific research and development in Tanzania. The Karimjee Foundation is the main sponsor of YST and supports our initiatives aimed at nurturing young scientific talent in the country. Our ongoing partnership highlights a commitment to fostering innovation and education among Tanzania's youth.

Dr. Kamugisha, co-founder of Young Scientists Tanzania, highlighted a remarkable surge in student interest in the YST program this year, leading to the highest number of project submissions to date. He urged stakeholders including government entities, educational institutions, and both private and public sectors to continue their support for the work of young scientists and to collaborate in ensuring the sustainability of these initiatives. By doing so, they can help empower the next generation of innovators and contribute to the sustainable development of Tanzania.

Caren Rowland, the Executive Officer of the Karimjee Foundation, stated that the foundation has been a principal sponsor of Young Scientists Tanzania since December 2020. To date, they have awarded 49 educational scholarships to promising young scientists across the nation. Rowland emphasized the foundation's unwavering commitment to nurturing a generation of innovators and problem solvers who are equipped to address the diverse challenges faced by their communities.

Cobus Van Zyl, Group Chief Marketing Officer of the Karimjee Foundation, emphasized the foundation's dedication to fostering the potential of Tanzania's youth as they celebrate their 200th anniversary. He reaffirmed their commitment to supporting education and innovation, which are vital for the country's sustainable development.

Young Scientists Tanzania and the Karimjee Foundation collaborate to nurture young talent and advance sustainable progress in Tanzania. This year, YST celebrates its 15th anniversary, coinciding with a surge in student participation that reflects growing enthusiasm for scientific innovation. The Karimjee Foundation, celebrating 200 years, supports this mission by providing educational scholarships and championing initiatives that develop future leaders equipped to address community challenges. Together they are committed to fostering creativity and empowering youth to drive Tanzania’s sustainable development.

Farida Kwingwa Mnyazi, one of the overall winners of the Young Scientists Tanzania 2018 competition and a student at the University of Dar es Salaam, recently attended the press conference to present a concise overview of her project on the salt content in "Mbigiri" herbs for animal feed. She participated alongside her colleague Wilhelmina Martin Msoma from Msalato Girls Secondary School. Both are beneficiaries of the Karimjee Foundation’s educational scholarship, with Farida planning to further develop and expand the project upon completing her studies. Their dedication exemplifies the transformative impact of YST and the Karimjee Foundation’s commitment to cultivating Tanzania’s next generation of scientific leaders.

Azania Secondary School in Dar es Salaam secured second place in the Technology & Computer Sciences category at the YST 2018 competition with their project, “Pesa Manager Web AI System,” developed by students Salman Awadh Adam and Nafidh Ally Mola. Following his nurturing by the Young Scientists Tanzania program, Nafidh further refined his project and subsequently won a trophy for young ICT system innovators, presented by the Minister of Communication and Information Technology, Hon. Jerry William Silaa. Overwhelmed with joy, Nafidh expressed his gratitude for the recognition, attributing his success to the Sixth Phase Government's commitment to advancing Tanzania's digital economy.