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Join our enlightening discussion at the event <\/span>“Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Library and Information Center Services”<\/i><\/span> where we will uncover the potential, challenges, and future prospects for libraries in the AI era. Whether you are a student, educator, librarian, archivist, or museum professional, this event offers invaluable insights and practical guidance on harnessing AI’s capabilities nationwide.<\/span><\/p>\n

Discover firsthand how AI is reshaping professional practices, from enriching user interactions to revolutionizing information retrieval. Gain profound insights into the innovative AI applications that are transforming library and information professionals’ roles.<\/span><\/p>\n

Don’t miss out on this engaging discussion that promises to broaden your understanding of AI’s role in shaping the future of libraries.<\/span><\/p>\n

Guest<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Eng. Samson Mwela,<\/span><\/p>\n

Director of Knowledge Management, COSTECH<\/span><\/p>\n

Resource Person<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Ms. Teofrida Maginga<\/a>, Department of Informatics and Information Technology SUA<\/span><\/p>\n

Members of the Panel<\/b><\/i><\/p>\n

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  1. \n

    Prof. Camilius Sanga<\/a>, Director \u2013 ICT services at SUA<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

  2. \n

    Dr. Jofrey Masana- Library services, MJNUAT)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

  3. \n

    Dr. Grace Msoffe, Director, Library Services, The University of Dodoma (UDOM)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

  4. \n

    Dr. John Richard, Director of Forest Production Research, TAFORI<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

  5. \n

    Mr. Baraka Pius, Director, Library Services, Institute of Tax<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Members from the Industries<\/b><\/i><\/span><\/p>\n

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    1. \n

      Dr. Valeria Kyumana, Librarian, IFM<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

    2. \n

      Ms. Rafiki Kilonzo Mvamba, Regional librarian, Arusha<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

    3. \n

      Dr. Evance Wema Librarian, UDSM<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

    4. \n

      Ms. Lucy Akwilin Library Officer, MNRT<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

    5. Mr. Daniel Deogratius ICT\/Librarian, Nelson Mandela African Institute of Science and Technology (NM-AIST)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Event Secretariat<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

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      1. \n

        Ms. Upendo Nzaligo<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

      2. \n

        Mr. Hussein Buu<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

      3. \n

        Ms. Grace Mvamba<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

      4. \n

        Mr. Juma Mbaga<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        Location: <\/b><\/span>Hybrid Event<\/span><\/p>\n

        Physical venue: <\/b><\/span> Sokoine National Agriculture Library (SNAL) Boardroom<\/span><\/p>\n

        Virtual Participation:<\/b><\/span> Join Zoom Meeting via<\/span><\/p>\n

        https:\/\/us05web.zoom.us\/j\/88277523483?pwd=pmkGsxqzEfTRMoFijqPobsPjhVviwz.1<\/span><\/a><\/u><\/span><\/p>\n

        Meeting ID:<\/b><\/span> 882 7752 3483<\/span><\/p>\n

        Passcode:<\/b><\/span> 7Amzcy<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
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        Date<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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        Time<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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        07<\/span>th<\/span><\/sup> May, 2024<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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        10:45am – 11:45 am<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

        Kindly click the link to register: <\/span>https:\/\/forms.gle\/1PMYjqko8Ht7rLeq5<\/a><\/u><\/span><\/p>\n

        The Panel discussion is free admission to all individuals. Please register to secure your seat.<\/b><\/i><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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