DAR ES SALAAM, June 11 -- THE government has challenged the universities to speed up commercialisation of academic research, focusing on the industry, transport and banking sectors, to support the countrys development.

The government said by fostering closer collaboration between the universities and these industries, can help address real-world challenges, create jobs and contribute significantly to the development agenda.

The Minister of State in the Presidents Office for Planning and Investment, Prof Kitila Mkumbo said thus its important to speed up the collaboration between universities and the private sector in advancing practical, solution-oriented research.

“Let us invest in innovation and research instead of prioritising ...