Do personality traits impact our ways of managing time?
By Suzana Aroko Time management is one of the most essential skills for leaders. Yet, not every leader has mastered it. Understandably, leaders have a million things vying for their attention and time, which could lead to feelings of being overwhelmed or frustrated. In his “Focus: The Hidden Driver of Excellence”, Daniel Goleman, who is considered […]
Supporting newly appointed RCs and RASs effectively integrate into their roles
Every newly appointed (or elected) leader has the eyes of those whom they are to lead upon them. On the leader’s side, this ‘all eyes on you’ can be overwhelming; it inherently represents expectations and accountabilities associated with the role. What is the best approach to meet that challenge? A leader may have some relevant […]
Blue economy: A vehicle for sustainable development in Zanzibar
The ocean is the largest ecosystem on Earth, covering more than two-thirds of its surface. It is vital for all life on the planet, including humans: from being an important source of oxygen and food to regulating the climate, housing an incredible biodiversity and creating millions of jobs. A healthy, resilient ocean means a healthy […]
Former President Mwinyi’s memoirs launched
Mzee Rukhsa: Safari ya Maisha Yangu’ (‘Mzee Rukhsa: Journey of My Life’), the memoirs by the second President of the United Republic of Tanzania, H.E. Ali Hassan Mwinyi, were launched on 8 May 2021 at a ceremony in Dar es Salaam. The event, officiated by the President of the United Republic of Tanzania, H.E. Samia […]
Fourth graduation and some firsts!
Our fourth leadership graduation ceremony was held on 20 April 2021 in Dar es Salaam. Hon. Joyce Ndalichako (MP), Minister for Education, Science and Technology, officiated the ceremony on behalf of the Prime Minister of the United Republic of Tanzania. The event celebrated the accomplishments of those who completed the Postgraduate Diploma in Leadership (PGD) and […]
Leading and engaging Generation Z in the workplace
By Suzana Aroko Do you recall life before social media, where instead of ‘DM’ing’[1] your friend, relative or partner, you would put pen to paper, compose a letter, and mail it to them? If your answer to this question is ‘Yes’, you are probably not a Gen Zer. A ‘Gen Zer’ is a member of Generation […]
Kujituma, ujasiri, huruma – baadhi ya sifa za uongozi alizokuwa nazo Mhe. Benjamin William Mkapa
Uhusiano wa Taasisi ya UONGOZI na Mhe. Benjamin William Mkapa unafahamika sana kwa sababu ya nafasi yake kama Mlezi wa Kongamano la Kikanda la Viongozi wa Afrika. Mhe. Mkapa, aliyekuwa Rais wa Awamu ya Tatu wa Jamhuri ya Muungano wa Tanzania, alikuwa mtu aliyefanya kazi kwa bidii na kujituma sana na kwa tabia yake alikuwa mkweli. Hakuwa […]
Commitment, courage, empathy – some leadership qualities demonstrated by H.E. Benjamin William Mkapa
UONGOZI Institute’s association with H.E. Benjamin William Mkapa is best known because of his role as the Patron of our African Leadership Forum. H.E. Mkapa, who was the third President of the United Republic of Tanzania, was a man who worked hard and demonstrated commitment, and, true to his character, he was not a Patron in name […]
“Build bridges not walls,” former President Mkapa
Former President of the United Republic of Tanzania, H.E. Benjamin William Mkapa has called upon members of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) and other African states to resist the temptation to build walls and not bridges, in the continent’s quest to unite, speed up integration and the attainment of economic liberation. The former President […]
UONGOZI Institute facilitates a retreat of the Office of SADC’s Executive Secretary
As we aim to reach a wider audience and enhance our philosophy of achieving sustainable development through competent leadership, we continue to foster new partnerships and strengthen the existing ones. We were pleased to have a new partner on board, the Southern African Development Community (SADC). This partnership led us to facilitate a three-day retreat […]