27. November 2024

GIUB welcomed Dr. Eliaza Jones Mkuna from Mzumbe University, Tanzania GIUB welcomed Dr. Eliaza Jones Mkuna from Mzumbe University, Tanzania

As part of the ERASMUS+ worldwide cooperation, the Department of Geography welcomed Dr. Eliaza Jones Mkuna from Mzumbe University, Tanzania. He is a Senior Lecturer in Economics at the Faculty of Social Sciences at Mzumbe University in the Department of Economics and Head of the Research and Publications Department. 

Dr. Eliaza Jones Mkuna from Mzumbe University (Tanzania) visits GIUB
Dr. Eliaza Jones Mkuna from Mzumbe University (Tanzania) visits GIUB - Dr. Linus Kalvelage, Prof. Britta Klagge, Dr. Eliaza Jones Mkuna and Dr. Simone Giertz (from left to right). © Friederike Pauk/GIUB
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During his visit, Dr. Mkuna enriched the Master’s seminar “Energy transition and decarbonisation from an economic geography perspective“ led by Dr. Linus Kalvelage, sharing his expertise in impact of climate change on agricultural systems with insights from East Africa.

Dr. Mkuna also delivered a lecture in the "...mittwochs im GIUB" series, titled " INNOVATING AGAINST THE ODDS: CLIMATE-SMART AGRICULTURAL SOLUTIONS FOR RURAL AFRICA". His presentation sparked engaging discussions on climate change impacts and mitigation strategies in Africa.

In addition, Dr. Mkuna engaged in active exchange with the research groups of Prof. Britta Klagge, Prof. Lisa Schipper, and Prof. Detlef Müller-Mahn, fostering dialogue on shared research interests and potential collaboration.

The GIUB greatly appreciates this enriching visit and looks forward to continuing its fruitful partnership with Mzumbe University. 

Dr. Mkuna during his presentation in the lecture series "Mittwochs im GIUB".
Dr. Mkuna during his presentation in the lecture series "Mittwochs im GIUB". © Friederike Pauk/GIUB
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