Tanzania
Science Granting Council
Summary
The Tanzania Commission for Science and Technology (COSTECH) coordinates, promotes, and facilitates research and technology development to foster innovation and drive socio-economic progress in Tanzania. It serves as the principal advisory body to the government on matters related to science, technology, and innovation
Council details
Impact we’re having
Stories of change
Low-tech health app engages
Five years after its launch, PENSA – a mobile app developed in Mozambique— has been accessed by…
SGCI funded projects
7 AI Projects driving progress in Tanzania
Project Titles & Institution Areas of Research Number of Projects being funded Project Duration Grant Amount In-Kind Distribution Council Collaboration with other councils
Research and Resources

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