I did not expect it at all, I was surprised when I got the notification, because I felt that my career was similar to that of other colleagues: - Evelyne Isaack Mbede

We Tanzanian scientists are all equally passionate for our country.

This represents a great opportunity for Tanzania: it would pave the way to joint collaborations for researchers from UDSM and private companies, addressing questions of interest for the country. And it would help us build a new class of experts in various disciplines related to this research."

The seismology unit of our department is part of a wider team including the minister of energy and other groups. We are involved in advising the government about the seismic risk.