Nelson Mandela African Institution of Science and Technology

The Nelson Mandela African Institution of Science and Technology (abbreviated as NM-AIST) is a public institution located in Arusha, a city in northern Tanzania. It forms a part of the network of Pan-African Institutes of Science and Technology spread across the continent.

Institution
The NM-AIST Arusha is accredited by the Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU) and is actively being developed as a research-intensive institution focused on postgraduate and postdoctoral studies and research in Science, Engineering, and Technology (SET).

While emphasizing Science, Engineering, and Technology, the curriculum at NM-AIST Arusha also incorporates significant elements of humanities and business studies. The institution's specializations include life sciences and bio-engineering, which are being cultivated due to the region's rich biodiversity. An important mission of NM-AIST Arusha is to stimulate and advance agricultural production, leading to increased output. Additionally, the institution places a strong emphasis on value addition to natural products, such as agricultural and mineral resources, within Tanzania and the broader Eastern African region. The thematic areas of focus also encompass Energy, ICT, Mining, Environment, and Water.