On August 16th, 2024, PhD and Master’s students from the Department of Informatics and Information Technology at Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA) had the opportunity to present their research findings. The session, held at Solomon Mahlangu Campus and chaired by Dr. Ayubu Churi, provided a platform for two students to share their completed research, while another presented a PhD concept note, and one more presented a Master’s research proposal.
The first presentation was delivered by Ms. Anna Mohamed Namala. Her research, titled “Assessment of Health Information Needs and Accessibility among First-Time Mothers in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania,” was supervised by Prof. Camilius A. Sanga and Dr. Philbert Nyinondi. Her study revealed that first-time mothers attending private hospitals have better access to health information compared to those receiving services at government hospitals.
Next, Ms. Dativa Donati Kaishe-Mulungu presented her research on “Exploring the Perception of Satisfaction with the Quality of Library Services in Tanzania.” Supervised by Prof. Mugyabuso J. Festo Lwehabura and Dr. Consolata Angello, her study found that library users expressed a high level of satisfaction with services provided in selected libraries.
The third presentation was a PhD concept note by Mr. David Onyango Nyakwaka, titled “Digital Competences for Improving Teaching and Learning: A Case of Selected Higher Learning Institutions in Tanzania.” His study, supervised by Prof. Wulystan Mtega and Dr. Andrew Malekani, aims to assess the role of digital competence in integrating innovative teaching and learning technologies. The study will also develop a model to enhance digital competency among instructors, students, and librarians in higher learning institutions to foster the adoption of innovative technologies in teaching and learning.
The final presentation was delivered by Mr. Hussein H. Buu, a Master’s student in Information and Knowledge Management. His research, titled “Knowledge Management Strategies for Improving Service Delivery in Tanzania’s Ministry of Natural Resources and Tourism,” seeks to explore the effectiveness of various knowledge management strategies adopted by the Ministry to improve service delivery.
This session offered a valuable opportunity for the students to receive feedback from faculty members and peers, while also showcasing their contributions to advancing knowledge in their respective fields.
