Moshi Co-operative University (MoCU) continues to strengthen the digital capacity of its academic staff through a three-day training on the Learning Management System (LMS), taking place from 11th to 13th November 2026 at Weruweru River Lodge. The training is funded by the Higher Education for Economic Transformation (HEET) Project.

Officially opening the training, the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Alfred S. Sife, said the programme aims to equip academic staff with essential Information and Communication Technology (ICT) knowledge and skills to enhance the efficiency of their academic responsibilities.

Prof. Sife emphasised that technology integration in academic activities is no longer optional, stating, “Adoption and use of technologies in our academic activities is mandatory.” He urged participants to actively engage in the training and apply the knowledge acquired.

He further noted that the LMS will improve education delivery, particularly in response to the growing student population and the expansion of distance learning programmes. He highlighted the importance of blended learning, which combines face-to-face and online instruction, in enhancing teaching and learning efficiency.

The initiative reflects MoCU’s commitment to supporting the Government’s Tanzania Development Vision 2050 through human resource development and digital transformation in higher education. The University has prioritized young academic staff to equip them with relevant technological skills to address emerging developments and the evolving demands of modern education.

Through the LMS, academic staff will be able to share learning materials, administer quizzes and examinations, assess assignments, monitor students’ progress and facilitate online communication and engagement.

The system is expected to streamline teaching, learning and assessment activities through an integrated digital platform.