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
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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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