YST to showcase over 300 science projects

YOUNG Scientists Tanzania (YST) has developed more than 300 science projects that provide practical solutions to the current developmental challenges facing the society.

This was revealed on Monday in Dar es Salaam by YST Co-founder and Senior Advisor Dr Gozibert Kamugisha when briefing journalists on the forthcoming young scientist students’ national exhibitions which will be held on December 8 this year in Dar es Salaam.

“YST is welcoming all Tanzanians, especially various organisations and institutions that are involved in scientific works, to come and see more than 300 innovations made by Tanzanian youths for the development of our nation,” said Dr Kamugisha.

According to him, approximately 300 works discovered this year will be showcased during the exhibitions and the winners of the works will receive scholarships for university education and various awards.

He also said the innovations are focused mostly on agricultural issues as well as better ways of keeping agricultural produce, environmental care and sustainable use of water resources at Ruvu River, access to and better use of electricity.

Dr Kamugisha also said that every year the number of students involved in scientific discoveries has been increasing wheby this year YST has received 1,143 applications for funding, noting that until the end of the year 530 projects are being monitored and only 380 projects are fully developed.

Besides, Dr Kamugisha said that the young scientist exhibitions 2022 will be graced by Minister for Education, Science and Technology, Prof Adolf Mkenda.

On her side, Karimjee Jivanjee Foundation (KJF) Executive Director Ms Caren Rowland said this year her organisation expects to sponsor four students thus making a total of 41 students who have been sponsored in higher education studies.

Ms Caren said that the exhibition is important for students who will showcase their work because it will open doors for them to develop their work and achieve their goals.

“I congratulate YST for giving opportunities to young people from different regions of the country to showcase their creativity, discovery, research and their scientific talents,” said Ms Caren.

Ms Caren also said that KJF has been supporting various organisations in the country that share their values and cultures to deal with social challenges facing the community.

Also, Ms Caren said it is about 12 years now that KJF has been a supporter of the YST institution since it was registered in 2012 with the aim of developing the youth of the next generation in our country who can do various discoveries and research.