Proposal to Integrate Traditional and Non-Traditional Data Sources for Enhanced Statistics
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TLDR
- The Chief Government Statistician, Dr. Amina Msengwa, announced a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on August 22, 2026, in Dodoma to enhance the use of technology in official statistics production.
- The MoU was signed between the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), the University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM), and the Nelson Mandela African Institute of Science and Technology (NM-AIST).
- Dr. Msengwa stated that integrating traditional and non-traditional data sources, including administrative data and digital system information, will improve the efficiency of official statistics in Tanzania.
- The collaboration aims to strengthen the capacity of professionals through training and experience sharing in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence.
- The partnership will enhance data analytics and statistical laboratories, enabling experts to create innovative solutions for policymakers, the government, and businesses.