UNESCO Chair in Tanzania

In Tanzania, a UNESCO Chair is hosted by the Open University of Tanzania (OUT). The Chair supports research, training, and knowledge sharing aligned with national and global priorities such as education access, digital learning, and sustainable development.

The initiative strengthens collaboration between Tanzanian institutions and international partners while enhancing academic capacity and innovation within the country.

• Promotes distance and online learning excellence
• Supports research in education and development
• Builds partnerships with global universities
• Contributes to policy and capacity building

The UNESCO Chair at the Open University of Tanzania focuses on strengthening education systems through curriculum innovation, teacher training, and international collaboration.

Leadership

Chair Holder: Prof. Elifas Tozo Bisanda

Focus Areas

• Curriculum Design
• Teacher Education
• AI in Education