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CURRICULUM VITAE
1. Personal History
1.1 Surname: Laswai
1.2 Other given names: Germana Henry
1.3 Sex: Female
1.4 Date of Birth: 05th Nov. 1958
1.5 Nationality: Tanzanian
1.6 Marital Status: Married
1.7 Number of children: Three
1.8 Mailing Address: Department of Animal, Aquaculture & Range Sciences
P.O. Box 3004, Chuo Kikuu, Morogoro, Tanzania
1.9 Telephone: +255 23 260 3511-15 (Office)
+255 754 572 647
1.10 Fax: +255 23 260 4621
1.11 E-mail: [email protected]
2 Academic Qualifications and awards
2.1 Academic Qualifications
Qualifications Dates University/College/School attended
PhD 1988-92 University of Reading
M. Sc. Agriculture 1985-88 Sokoine University of Agriculture
Postgraduate Dipl
(Animal Husbandry) 1984-85 Agricultural University of Norway
B. Sc. Agriculture 1981-83 University of Dar es Salaam
A-Level Certificate 1977-78 Tabora Girls Secondary School
O-Level Certificate 1973-76 Kiraeni Girls Secondary School
Middle Primary School 1970-72 Old Moshi & Masama Middle Schools
Lower Primary School 1966-69 Mtemboni Primary School
2.2 Awards
Best student (Agricultural Botany course) 1st Year, BSc. 1981
Best student (Animal Breeding course) 2nd Year, BSc. 1982
Best student (Rural Economy course) 2nd Year, BSc. 1982
Best student (Soil Science course) 2nd Year BSc. 1982
Best Student (Postgraduate Dipl or MSc. Course Work), Norway, 1985
3. Employment records at SUA
Position Dates
Professor 2007 to date
Associate Professor 2003-2007
Senior Lecturer 1996-2003
Lecturer 1992-1996
Assistant Lecturer 1986-1992
Tutorial Assistant 1983-1986
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4 Work experiences
4.1 Teaching
4.1.1 Lecturing courses of Animal Nutrition to undergraduate and postgraduate students since
1992 to date
4.1.2 Lecturing courses on Pig and Rabbit management to undergraduate students since 1984
to date
4.1.3 Visiting professor and resource person for the PRINT training in University of Pretoria
for three years consecutive (2007-2009)
4.1.4 Provided lectures on General Animal Production for undergraduate students since 1984
to 1995.
4.1.5 Secondary School teacher from 1980-81
4.2 Supervision of PhD research students
Supervised 8 PhD research students as follows:
4.2.1 Reproductive performance of Smallholder Dairy cattle in Rungwe District, Tanzania. By
Student Gimbi, A.A.
4.2.2 Development of a dairy calf feeding strategies for Smallholder Dairy Farmers in Turiani
Division. By Student Lyimo, H.L.N.
4.2.3 The effects of breed and diets on weight gain, carcass and meat quantity and quality. By
Mwilawa, A.
4.2.4 Determination of appropriate entry-age and period of stay in feedlot on meat quantity
and quality from indigenous sheep fed high molasses diets by Shirima E.J.M.
4.2.5 Performance and meat quality of indigenous cattle fattened with agro processing by
products by Asimwe Lovince
4.2.6 Evaluation of Beef Demand requirements and its Supply Chain for Contribution to
Improvement of Economic Performance of Livestock Sector in Tanzania by Proscovia
Paschal Kamugisha
4.2.7 Developing Mitigation Measures for Aflatoxin exposure to Animals through Feeds by
Emmanuel Mathayo Ayo (NM-AIST student) P120/T013 (NM-AIST)
4.2.8 Studies on Fodder Resources and Utilization Practices among Smallholder Dairy
Farmers in by David Dawson Maleko P161/T015 (NM-AIST)
4.3 Supervision of MSc research students
Supervised 20 MSc research students as follows:
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4.3.1 The effect of feeding varying levels of leucaena leaf meal on performance and carcass
characteristics of pigs. By Student Ocran, J. N.
4.3.2 Evaluation of Crotalaria ochroleuca (Marejea) as a protein supplement to rabbits. By
Student Lugembe, K.K.M.
4.3.3 Evaluation of the potential value of Crotalaria ochroleuca as protein source in diets of
growing pigs, By Student Masaki, E.N.
4.3.4 Evaluation of Trichanthera as a source of nutrients for diets of growing rabbits, By Student
Ubwe, R.
4.3.5 Evaluation of the effectiveness of ash extract in improving the feeding value of rice straw
to ruminant animals, By Student Mtamakaya, J.D.
4.3.6 Prediction of in vivo digestibility of selected tropical forages using in vitro techniques, By
Student Yona, G. K.
4.3.7 Methods of treating rice straw using wood ash extract and their effect on straw nutrient
availability, intake and performance of lambs. By Student Kimario, F. M.
4.3.8 Assessment of the availability of major resources for production of quality beef in
Tanzania. By Nandonde, S.W.
4.3.9 Economic analysis of the existing and future marketing opportunities of beef in Tanzania:
A case study of Dodoma and Manyara Regions. By Mapunda, Fausta
4.3.10 Assessment of dairy cattle performance and possible formulation for feeding intervention
in the Coast region. By Nkenwa, D.D.
4.3.11 Attitude towards selling livestock among the pastoralists in Ngorongoro district by Haule
E.M.
4.3.12 Assessment of Resource Availability for Quality Beef Production in Tanzania (A case of
Dodoma Region). By Mwita P. R. – UDSM
4.3.13 Development of feeding strategies for improving milk production of cross-bred cows
under smallholder farmers in Kibaha and Arumeru distriscts by Valentino Clement
Urassa
4.3.14 Growth performance and slaughter characteristics of indigenous sheep and goats from
traditional production system in Tanzania by D. S. Shija
4.3.15 Determination of the optimal level of inclusion of chickpea (Cicer arientinum L.) seed
waste in the diets of growing rabbits by Ndalwise, C.M.
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4.3.16 Relationship between diet digestibility and morphology of digestive system of local
Zebu cattle finished on agro-processing by products by Kulwa Juma
4.3.17 Evaluation of beef cattle finishing systems in selected areas of Mwanza region by
Jacob Polycarp
4.3.18 Estimation of in vitro digestibility of animal feeds using rumen liquor from
slaughtered cattle by Charles Mpemba
4.3.19 An assessment of feed availability and utilisation of forage legumes by growing cavies
(Cavia porcellus) in Sud-Kivu province, D.R. Congo by Bacigale Samy Bashizi
4.3.20 Effects of feeding practices and concentrate supplementation on milk yield of cross-
bred dairy cattle under smallholder farmers in Turiani division by Nicostratus Magori
Kiginga
4.3.21 Tito Eleuterr Mdegela MTA/D/2017/0010
4.3.22 Janeth Mathias Buruani MTA/D/2017/0014
Supervised more than 120 students in their undergraduate special project research
works, ranging from basic, applied research and social studies.
4.4 Personal Research work
4.4.1 Team member in a collaborative research project namely ‘Sustainable New Ingredients
to Promote Health (SNIPH)’ funded by the Newton Fund, running from 2016 to 2019.
4.4.2 Principal Investigator for a collaborative project between Rwanda, Uganda and
Tanzania on “Validating an in-vitro gas production method for feed evaluation using
rumen liquor from slaughtered cattle” funded by ASARECA as from Jan to Dec 2013.
4.4.3 Country Project leader for a project “Enhancing dairy-based livelihoods in India and
Tanzania through feed innovation and value chain development approaches” IFAD
funded Project via ILRI in partnership with CIAT as from June 2012 to Dec. 2014.
4.4.4 Principal Investigator for a collaborative project between Rwanda, Uganda and
Tanzania on ‘Improving beef cattle productivity for enhanced food security and
efficient utilization of natural resources in the lake Victoria basin’ funded by SIDA-
VicRes projects as from 2012 to 2014.
4.4.5 Principle Investigator for a collaborative project between Kenya, Uganda, Burundi,
Rwanda and Tanzania on the ‘Development of Regional Ruminant Feed Database
(PLF PRJ 04)’ funded by ASARECA’ as from 2010 to 2011.
4.4.6 Research team member in the project on the ‘Efficient Utilization of Feed Resources
(PLF PRJ 03), funded by ASARECA’ as from 2009 to 2011
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4.4.7 Research team member in the research on the ‘Development of Regional Ruminant
Feed Database (PLF PRJ 04)’ funded by ASARECA as from 2009 2011
4.4.8 Research team member in the research project on the ‘Efficient Utilization of Feed
Resources (A-AARNET Project 1 FS-B)’, funded by ASARECA as from 2006 to 2008
4.4.9 Research team member in the project on “Income Generation through Market Access
and Improved Feed Utilization (IGMAFU)”- Production of quality beef and goat meat,
funded by DANIDA as from 2006 to date.
4.4.10 Project Leader for the research project on ‘Local knowledge and management of
animal genetic resources among Maasai pastoralists in Tanzania – an investigation into
the dynamics of local knowledge on livestock breeding and selection under the
influence of migration’ funded by FAO/LinKS from 2004 to 2005.
4.4.11 Research team member in a collaborative research on ‘African Smallholder Livestock
Production (ASLIP) Co-operation in Research, Development and Training’ from 2000 to
2005
4.4.12 Research team member on the project on ‘Small and Micro-Enterprise Development with
Conservation of Biodiversity in the Tarangire-Lake Manyara Ecosystem Complex’.
Funded by USAID under SUA-TU linkage from 2002 to 2004.
4.4.13 Research team member on the project on the ‘Commercialisation of cassava root meal as
livestock feed under TARP II project’ from 2000 to 2005.
4.4.14 Research team member on the project on the ‘Dry season feeding of ruminant animals in
the Southern Highlands Zone under TARP II project’ from 2000 to 2005.
4.4.15 Project leader for the research project on the ‘Performance of Livestock Feed Industry
and future perspectives. Funded by FOODNET/ASARECA project’ from 2000 to 2004.
4.4.16 Performed research on the ‘Effectiveness of ash extract in improving the feeding value of
poor quality roughage materials to ruminant animals’. Funded by NORAD TAN 091
from1998 to 2002.
4.4.17 Performed research on the ‘Role of medicinal plant use for animal health care in dynamic
pastoral production systems’. Funded by FAO/LinKS project 1999 to 2001.
4.4.18 Performed research on ‘Gender perspective and local knowledge on Animal Health and
Livestock Production Systems’. Funded by FAO from 1995 to 1997.
4.4.19 Research on the nutritive values of some local forage species as feed for rabbits. B.Sc.
Special Project and MSc. Research Project at SUA.
4.4.20 Research on the Energy metabolism of growing pigs. PhD Research Project, University
of Reading
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4.4.21 Performed research on the nutritive value of indigenous leguminous plants as alternative
source of protein for pigs and rabbits
4.4.22 Research Supervisor for the Pig and Rabbit research units in the Department of Animal
Science and Production since 1992 to date
4.5 Consultancy and outreach activities
4.5.1 Performed a consultancy on ‘Participatory Rural Appraisal of Dairy Value Chain in
Tanzania as Animal feeds and nutrition specialist’ under the project on MoreMilkiT in
Tanzania ILRI led, Irish Aid funded project from Jun to Aug. 2012.
4.5.2 Performed a consultancy on ‘Improving the availability and relevance of Agricultural
Learning Resources in Africa’. Contracted by The African Network for Agriculture,
Agroforestry and Natural Resources Education (ANAFE) from June to November
2009.
4.5.3 Coordinator of Pigs and Poultry module of the SADEC Training Programme from 2007
to 2001
4.5.4 Provided Regional (SADEC) Training Programme (PRINT) for Animal Health (AH)
and Animal Production (AP) on Animal Production Systems and Management: Pigs and
Poultry from 2007 to 2001
4.5.5 Organised and performed Pastoral Exchange visits between Mbarali and Simanjiro
Districts, Tanzania, from 13th to 27th June 2005 under the auspices of the LinKS
Livestock Research Project
4.5.6 Promotion of Small and Micro-Enterprise Development with Conservation of
Biodiversity in the Tarangire-Lake Manyara Ecosystem Complex under SUA-TU
project from 2002 to 2004
4.5.7 Commercialisation of cassava as livestock feed- worked with cassava farmers, livestock
keepers and livestock feed processors in Kibaha District from 2000 to 2005
4.5.8 Transferred technology on dry season feeding strategies for dairy animals-worked with
smallholder farmers in Njombe under TARP II Research project since 2000 to 2005.
4.5.9 Coordinated and delivered a training workshop on the use of feed table in animal
ration formulation for postgraduate animal science students held at DASP from 18th
to 22nd October 2010
4.5.10 Organised and facilitated a workshop on the development of feed database and use of
feed tables in animal ration formulation for ASARECA researchers, which was held at
ICE from 1st to 4th Nov. 2010
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4.5.11 Compiled information and testing feedstuffs used for poultry feed processing in Tanzania
for the purpose of developing a catalogue of poultry feed tables in Tanzania.
4.5.12 Organised and ran seminars on the improvement of feed quality and marketing in
Tanzania for feed processors and livestock keepers- Part of TAFIC activities
4.5.13 Led the establishment and running of Tanzania Animal Feeds Information Centre
(TAFIC), which is a private-public sector partnership in research and development from
2001 to 2003
4.5.14 Performed FAO Consultancy project on `Local Knowledge on Animal Health and
Production Systems- Gender Perspective' in 1995.
5 Memberships in Committees and Boards
5.1 Chairperson, CoA Research and Publications Committee, since 2014 to date
5.2 Member, Senate Research and Publications Committee, from 2003 to 2005 and 2014 to
date
5.3 Member, FoA Research and Publications Committee, since 1996 to 2012
5.4 Treasurer of the SUA Convocation as from 2012 to date
5.5 Member, Tanzania Dairy Board (TDB) as from 2012 to 2015 and 2017 to 2020
5.6 Member, Research Management Committee of EPINAV, NORAD Funded Programme
since 2011 to 2016
5.7 Member, interim committee of the Association of All Africa Animal Agriculture
(AAAA) since Oct. 2010 to 2015
5.8 Member, Technology Transfer Management team since 2007 to 2011
5.9 Member of the organising committee of Annual TSAP conferences since 2000 to 2013
5.10 Member of the organising committee of All Africa Conferences on Animal Agriculture
in 2000, 2005 and 2014
5.11 Member of the organising committees for Joint TSAP/TVA Conference in 2002 and
2007
5.12 Member, Technical Committee for the Matriculation Exams since 2005 to 2008
5.13 Member, SUA Peer Educators since 2002 to 2011
5.14 Vice Chairperson, Tanzania Society of Animal Production since 2010 to 2013
5.15 Member, Tanzania Society of Animal Production (TSAP) Executive Committee since
2000 to 2013
5.16 Member, SUA Primary School board from 2000 to 2005
5.17 Member, Task force on the formulation of a forum for indigenous knowledge systems
under FAO/LinKS project in 2000/01
5.18 Member, Board of Solomon Mahlangu Campus Management, since 2000 to 2008
5.19 Member of the organising committee for the Faculty of Agriculture Scientific
Conference in 1998
6.0 PUBLICATIONS
6.1 Journal Articles
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6.1.1 Ayo, E.M., Matemu, A., Laswai, G.H. and Kimanya, M.E. 2018. Socioeconomic
Characteristics Influencing Level of Awareness of Aflatoxin Contamination of
Feeds among Livestock Farmers in Meru District of Tanzania. Hindawi Scientifica
Volume 2018, Article ID 3485967, 11 pages.
https://doi.org/10.1155/2018/3485967
6.1.2 Mpemba C, Laswai G H and Kimambo A E 2018. Comparison of rumen liquor
from fistulated and slaughtered cattle in determination of in vitro digestibility of
ruminant feeds. Livestock Research for Rural Development. Volume 30, Article #11.
http://www.lrrd.org/lrrd30/1/char30011.html
6.1.3 Lutakome, P. Tibayungwa, F. Laswai, G.H., Kimambo, A. and Ebong, C. 2017. Rumen
liquor from slaughtered cattle as inoculums for feed evaluation.
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.aninu.2017.06.010
6.1.4 Asimwe, L., Kimambo, A., Laswai, G., Mtenga, L., Weisbjerg, M., Madsen, J.,
Safari, J. 2016. Meat yield and quality of Tanzania Shorthorn Zebu cattle finished
on molasses/maize grain with agro-processing by-products in 90 days feedlot
period. Journal of Agriculture and Rural Development in the Tropics and
Subtropics 117:125–135.
6.1.5 Kashaigili1, J. J. K., Zziwa, E., Ernest, S., Laswai, E.,Segatagara, B.M., Mpairwe,
D., Kadigi1, R. M. J.,Ebong, C., Mugasi, S. K., Laswai, G.H., Mupenzi, M.,
Ngowi, P.J. and Kadigi I.L. 2015. Implications of Land Use Land Cover Change
and Climate Variability on Future Prospects of Beef Cattle Production in the Lake
Victoria Basin. American Journal of Climate Change 4:461-473
6.1.5 Asimwe L., Kimambo, A.E., Laswai G.H., Mtenga L.A., Weisbjerg, W.R. and
Madsen J. 2015. Effect of days in feedlot on growth performance, carcass and meat
quality attributes of Tanzania shorthorn zebu steers. Tropical Animal Health and
Production DOI 10.1007/s11250-015-0801-z
6.1.6 Zziwa, E., Mpairwe, D., Mugasi, S.K., Laswai, G.H. 2015. Beef production
practices and responses to climate change in the rangelands of Lake Victoria Basin
in Uganda. International Journal of Agriculture and Forestry. p-ISSN: 2165-
882X e-ISSN: 2165-8846 2015; 5(2): 121-130 doi:10.5923/j.ijaf.20150502.05
6.1.7 Mpairwe, D., Zziwa, E. Mugasi, S.K. and Laswai, G.H. 2015. Characterizing beef
cattle value chains in agro-pastoral communities of Uganda’s Lake Victoria Basin.
Frontiers in Science 5(1):1-8.
6.1.8 Shirima, E.J.M., Mtenga, L.A., Kimambo, A.E., Laswai, G.H., Mgheni, D.M.,
Mushi, D.E., Shija, D.S. and Safari, J.G. 2014. Influence of age at entry and level of
concentrate feeding on growth and carcass characteristics of feedlot-finished
Tanzanian long-fat-tailed sheep. Trop Anim Health Prod 46:815–822.
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6.1.9 Mutimura, M. Myambi, C.B. Gahunga, P., Mgheni, D.M., Laswai, G.H., Mtenga,
L.A., Gahakwa, D. Kimambo, A.E. and Ebong, C. 2013. Rumen liquor from
slaughtered cattle as a source of inoculum for in vitro gas production technique in
forage evaluation. Agricultural Journal 8 (4): 173-180.
6.1.10 Kadigi, I.L., Muhiche, L., Kadigi, R.M.J., Makindara, J., Laswai, G.H., Kashaigili,
J.J. 2013. E-Ng’ombe: A Mobile Phone ICT to tackle the pitfall of information
asymmetry in the value chain of indigenous beef cattle in Mwanza region, Tanzania.
J. Agic. Economics and Rural Development. 1:7
6.1.11 Kadigi, R.M.J., Kadigi, I.L., Laswai, G.H., Kashaigili, J.J. 2013. Value chain of
indigenous cattle and beef products in Mwanza region, Tanzania: market access,
linkages and opportunities for upgrading. Academia J. of Agricultural Res.
1(8):145-155.
6.1.12 Shija, D.S., Mwilawa, A.J., Laswai, G.H., Kimambo, A.E., Mtenga, L.A. and
Mgheni, D.M. 2013. Carcass composition of Boran and Tanzania Shorthorn Zebu
steers finished under different concentrate levels in Tanzania. J. Anim. Prod. Advan.
3(7):219-225
6.1.13 Dismas S. Shija, Louis A. Mtenga, Abiliza E. Kimambo, Germana H. Laswai,
Daniel E. Mushi, Dynes M. Mgheni, Angello J. Mwilawa, Eligy J. M. Shirima and
John G. Safari 2013. Chemical Composition and Meat Quality Attributes of
ndigenous Sheep and Goats from Traditional Production System in Tanzania. Asian-
Aust. J. Anim. Sci. Vol. 26, No. 2 : 295-302
6.1.14 Dismas S. Shija, Louis A. Mtenga, Abiliza E. Kimambo, Germana H. Laswai,
Daniel E. Mushi, Dynes M. Mgheni, Angello J. Mwilawa, Eligy J. M. Shirima and
John G. Safari 2013. Preliminary Evaluation of Slaughter Value and Carcass
Composition of Indigenous Sheep and Goats from Traditional Production System in
Tanzania. Asian-Aust. J. Anim. Sci. Vol. 26, No. 1 : 143-150
6.1.15 Shirima E. J. M., Mtenga L. A., Kimambo A. E., Laswai G. H., Mushi D. E.,
Mgheni D. M., Safari J. G. and Shija D. S. 2012. Preliminary Evaluation of
Slaughter and Carcass Traits of Castrates of Tanzanian Long Fat-Tailed Sheep
Slaughtered at Different Ages. J Anim Prod Adv 2012, 2(12): 510-520
6.1.16 Shirima, E.J.M., Mtenga, L.A., Kimambo, A.E., Laswai,G.H., Mgheni, D.M.,
Mkwanda, A.T. and Lemoringata, T.S. 2012. Effects of period of stay in feedlot on
growth performance and carcass characteristics of Tanzanian long fat-tailed sheep.
Livestock Research for Development 24 (02)
http://www.lrrd.org/lrrd24/2/cont2402.htm site visited on 20.02.2012.
6.1.17 Lyimo, H.L.N., Laswai, G.H., Mtenga, L.A., Kimambo, A.E., Mgheni, D.M.
Hvelplund, T., Weisbjerg, M.R. and Madsen, J. 2010. Performance of crossbred
calves raised on different dietary treatments under smallholder dairy farm
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conditions. Livestock Research for Rural Development. 22 (3).
http://www.lrrd.org/lrrd22/3/cont2203.htm site visited on 2.3.2010.
6.1.18 Laswai, G.H., Lyimo, H.L.N., Mtenga, L.A., Kimambo, A.E., Mgheni, D.M.,
Hvelplund, T., Madsen, J. and Weibjerg, M. 2007. Effects of local concentrate and
weaning age on the performance of crossbred calves. Journal of Animal and Feed
Sciences 16:419-423.
6.1.19 Laswai, G.H., Mtamakaya, J.D., Kimambo, A.E., Aboud, A.A. and Mtakwa, P.W.
2007. Dry matter intake, in vivo nutrient digestibility and concentration of minerals
in the blood and urine of steers fed rice straw treated with wood ash extract. Animal
Feed science and Technology 137: 25-34
6.1.20 Mtengeti, E.J., Magne Mo, Phiri, E.C.J., Chibunda, R.T., Laswai, G.H., Urio, N.A.,
Pereka, A.E., Mtenga, L.A., Mbwile, R., Mgasa, M.N., Muhikambele, V.R., Israel,
S.H., Mwakilembe, A. and Ayo, E. 2006. Effects of regrowth period, season and
harvesting frequency on the yield and nutritive value of Chloris gayana in the southern
highlands of Tanzania. African Journal of Range and Forage Science 23(2): 107-111.
6.1.21 Ntakwendela, I., Mtenga, L.A., Pereka, A.P., Chenyambuga, S.W., Laswai, G.H.,
Kimambo, A.E. and Muhikambele, V.R.M. 2002. Effects of substituting sunflower
cake with Acacia tortilis as protein source of supplementary diets of Small East
African goats. Tanzania J. Agric. Sciences 5:39-47
6.1.22 Masha, E.K., Kimambo, A.E., Kanuya, N., Mgheni, D.M., Mtenga, L.A.,
Weisbjerg, M.R., Laswai, G. H. and Hvelplund, T. 2004. Effect of pregnancy on
intake and digesta kinetics in crossbred heifers fed urea treated rice straws. Journal
of Animal and Feed Science 13: Suppl. 1 643-646.
6.1.23 Gimbi, A.A., Kimambo, A.E., Kanuya, N.L., Mtenga, L.A., Laswai, G.H. and
Madsen, J. 2004. Effect of concentrate supplementation on plasma minerals and
performance of smallholder dairy cattle Journal of Animal and Feed Science 13:
Suppl. 1 487-490.
6.1.24 Lyimo, H.L.N., Laswai, G. H., Mtenga, L.A., Kimambo, A.E., Hvelplund, T. and
Weisbejerg, M.R. 2004. Dry matter and crude protein digestibility of locally
prepared concentrates by calves at different ages. Journal of Animal and Feed
Science 13: Suppl. 1 147-150.
6.1.25 Lyimo, H.L. N., Mtenga, L. A., Kimambo, A. E., Hvelplund, T., Laswai, G.H. and
Weisbjerg, M.R. 2004. A survey on calf feeding systems, problems and
improvement options available for the smallholder dairy farmers of Turiani in
Tanzania. Livestock Research for Rural Development.
http://www.cipav.org.co/lrrd/lrrd16/4/lyim16023.htm
6.1.26 Kimambo, A. E., Laswai, G. H., Mtamakaya, J. D., Aboud, A.A. and Mtakwa, P.
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2003. Dry matter intake, in vivo nutrient digestibility and concentration of minerals
in the blood and urine of steers fed rice straw treated with wood ash extract.
Tropical and Subtropical Agroecosystems 3 (Special volume): 54.
6.1.27 Kimambo, A.E., Aboud, A.A., Laswai, G.H., Nkenwa, P., Anthony, D. and
Mtamakaya 2003. Investigations on quantity and physical-chemical quality of wood
ash in improving the feeding values of poor quality roughage feeds for ruminants.
Tropical and Subtropical Agroecosystems 3 (Special volume): 53.
6.1.28 Sarwatt, S.V., Laswai, G.H. and Ubwe, R. 2003. Evaluation of the potential of
Trichanthera gigantea as a source of nutrients for rabbit diets under smallholder
production system in Tanzania. Livestock Research for Development,
http://www.cipav.org.co/lrrd15/11sarw1511.htm.
6.1.29 Laswai, G.H., Close, W.H. and Mtenga, L.A. 2001. Effects of energy intake and
dietary protein concentration on energy partition and energetic efficiency in
growing pigs. Tanzania J. Agric. Sciences 4:75-82
6.1.30 Laswai, G.H., Close, W.H and Mtenga, L.A. 2001. Effects of castration, level of
feeding and body weight on energy partition and efficiency of energy utilization in
growing pigs. Tanzania J. Agric. Sciences 4:15-22
6.1.31 Laswai, G.H., Close, W.H. and Longland, C.A. 2000. Estimation of body tissue gain
of entire and castrated male pigs at two feeding levels and three body weights, using
energy/nitrogen balance and comparative slaughter techniques. Tanzania J. Agric.
Sciences 3:47-54.
6.1.32 Laswai, G.H.. Lugembe, K.K.M., Mosha, R.D. and Kimambo, A.E. 2000.
Estimates of nutrient digestibility, growth performance, slaughter traits and blood
parameters in rabbits fed diets containing various levels of Crotalaria ochroleuca. J.
World Rabbit Sci. Ass. Vol. 8 Suppl. 1:305-311.
6.1.33 Aboud, A.A.O., Kimambo, A.E., Laswai G. H. and Mushi, D. K. 1999. Effect of
molasses urea blocks (MUB) as strategic dry season supplement to yearling heifers
raised on low quality roughages. Sudan J. Anim. Prod. 12:17-34.
6.1.34 Laswai, G.H., Lekule, F.P., Kimambo, A.E., Sarwatt, S. V. and Sundstl F. 1998. The
effect of processing method of dolichos bean (Lablab purpureus L. Sweet) on the
digestibility and performance of growing-finishing pigs. Tanzania Journal of
Agricultural Sciences 1:121-129.
6.1.35 Laswai, G. H.; Ocran, J. N. Lekule, F. P. and Sundstl, F. 1997. Effects of dietary
inclusion of Leucaena leaf meal with and without ferrous sulphate on the digestibility
of dietary components and growth of pigs over the weight range 20-60 kg. Animal
Feed Science and Technology 65:45-57.
6.1.36 Aboud, A.A.O., Kimambo, A.E., Moshy, D.P.K. and Laswai, G.H. 1996. Molasses
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Urea Blocks for strategic dry season feeding of yearling heifers. Tanzania Vet.
Journal, Supplement 1 Vol.167:54-69.
6.1.37 Mtenga L. A. and Laswai G. H. 1994. Leucaena leucosephala as a feed for rabbits
and pigs: detailed chemical composition and effect of level of inclusion on
performance. Forestry Ecology and Management 64:249-257.
6.1.38 Tailor, J. A., Salter, D. N., Close, W. H. and Laswai, G. H. 1992. Serum
concentrations of insulin-like growth factor 1 and cholesterol in relation to protein and
fat deposition in growing pigs. Anim. Prod. 55:257-264.
6.1.39 Taylor, J. A., Salter, D. N., Close, W. H. and Laswai, G. H. 1992. Effects of feeding
level and sex on lymphocyte ß-receptor numbers in growing pigs. J. Physiol.
446:193P.
6.1.40 Taylor J. A. Salter, D. N. Close W. H. and Laswai G. H. 1991. Effects of feeding level
and sex on fat deposition and serum cholesterol in growing pigs. Anim. Prod. 52:602
(Abstr).
6.1.41 Laswai G. H., Close W. H. and Keal H. D. 1991. The voluntary food intake of
modern pig genotypes. Anim. Prod. 52:601 (Abstr).
6.1.42 Laswai G. H., Close W. H., Sharpe C. E. and Keal H. D. 1991. The influence of level
of feeding on nutrient partition and energy metabolism in pigs of different growth
potential. Anim. Prod. 52:570 (Abstr).
6.1.43 Laswai G. H., Mtenga L. A. and Shirima L. L. 1990. Effects of sex and level of
Leucaena inclusion in broiler mash on growth, feed utilization and slaughter
characteristics of rabbits. E. Afr. Agric. For. J. 56:1-6.
6.1.44 Swai G. D., Mtenga L. A. and Mgheni M. 1985. Observations on the effect of sex,
litter size and age on the body weights of rabbits. Beitrage Trop. Land Wirtsch Vet.
Med. 23:345-347.
6.2 Books
6.2.1 Laswai, G.H., Mgheni, D.M. Mtenga, L.A., Ndikumana, J and Zziwa, E. 2013.
Chemical Composition and Nutritional Values of Feed Resources for Ruminants.
Eastern and Central Africa (ECA) feedstuff table for Ruminants 2013. ASARECA
Publications.
6.2.2 Doto, S.P., Kimambo, A.E., Mgheni, D.M., Mtenga, L.A., Laswai, G.H., Kurwijila,
L.R. Pereka, A.E., Kombe, R.A., Weisbjerg, M.R., Hvelplund, T., Madsen, J. and
Petersen, P.H. (2004). Tanzania Feedstuff Table for Ruminants.ENRECA (SUA-
MU/RVAU-DIAS) and ASLIP Projects, SUA, Morogoro. Tanzania. 71p
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6.2.3 Laswai, G.H. Mutayoba, S.K. Temu, A.A. and Kusolwa, P.M. 2002. Feed Table
2002: Chemical Composition of Poultry Feedstuffs in Tanzania.
SUA/ASARECA/FOODNET. Business/Image Graphics and Promotion, Dar. 23p
6.3 Chapters in Books
6.3.1 Laswai, G.H., Mgheni, D.M., Mtenga, L.A., Ndikumana, J. and Zziwa E. 2013.
Eastern and Central Africa Feedstuff Table for Ruminants. ASARECA Publications.
6.3.2 Adu, E., Paterson, R., Rojas, F. Laswai, G., Fielding, D. and Osafo, E. 2005.
Grasscutters, guinea pigs and rabbits. In: Livestock and Wealth Creation by E.
Owen, A. Kitalyi, N. Jayasuriya and T. Smith (Editors) Pg. 325-341 DFID/LPP,
Nottingham University Press.
6.4 Conference/Workshop Papers
6.4.1 Wassena, F.J., Lukuyu, B., Mangesho, W.E., Laswai, G.H., Bwire, J.M.N.,
Kimambo, A.E. and Maass, B.L. 2013. Determining feed resources and feeding
circumstances by applying FEAST: usefulness and lessons learned in Tanzania.
Poster at Tropentag Conference ‘Agricultural development within the rural-urban
continuum’, University of Hohenheim, Stuttgart, Germany, 17-19 Sep. 2013.Book
of Abstracts p. 353. Available at:
http://www.tropentag.de/2013/abstracts/links/Maass_3LNR7sHm.pdf
6.4.2 Wassena, F. J. W., Lukuyu, B., Mangesho, W.E., Laswai, G.H., Bwire, J.M.N.,
Kimambo, A.E. and Maass, B. L. 2013. Determining feed resources and feeding
circumstances: Usefulness and lessons learned in applying the Feed Assessment tool
‘FEAST’ in Tanzania.
http://www.tropentag.de/2013/abstracts/links/Maass_3LNR7sHm.pdf
6.4.3 Ngowi J. P., Laswai, G.H., Chang’a, E.P., Kadigi, R.M.J. and Kashaigili, J.J. 2013.
An assessment of the beef cattle finishing systems in Mwanza region. Paper
presented at the 36th TSAP Annual Scientific Conference held at Olasit Garden,
Arusha 22 to 25th October 2013.
6.4.4 Ebong, C. Mutimura, M., Myambi, C.B., Gahunga, P., Mgheni, D.M., Laswai,
G.H., Mtenga, L.A., 2011. Effects of starch levels on fermentation kinetics and its
applications for estimation of rumen degradable protein of feeds using gas
production technique. Paper presented at ASARECA LFP Conference held in
Bujumbura, from 31st Oct. to 4th Nov. 2011
6.4.5 Shirima, E.J.M., Mtenga, L.A., Kimambo, A.E., Laswai, G.H., Mgheni, D.M.,
Mushi, D.E., and Safari, J.G. 2011. A tip to increase market value of meat from
Tanzanian long fat-tailed sheep: Manipulating feedlot entry-age and levels of
molasses-based diets. Paper presented at the 34th TSAP Annual Scientific
Conference held at Olasit Garden, Arusha 25th to 27th October 2011
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6.4.6 Shija, D.S., Mtenga, L.A., Mushi, D.E, Kimambo, A.E., Mwilawa, A.J., Safari, J.G.,
Laswai, G.H., Mgheni, D.M. 2011. Variation in slaughter characteristics and
carcass compositions of indigenous goats and sheep from traditional production
system in Tanzania. Paper presented at the 34th TSAP Annual Scientific Conference
held at Olasit Garden, Arusha 25th to 27th October 2011
6.4.7 Shija, D.S., Mtenga, L.A., Mushi, D.E, Kimambo, A.E., Mwilawa, A.J., Safari, J.G.,
Laswai, G.H., Mgheni, D.M. 2011. Effects of species and ageing on the quality of
meat of indigenous goats and sheep from traditional system in Tanzania. Paper
presented at the 34th TSAP Annual Scientific Conference held at Olasit Garden,
Arusha 25th to 27th October 2011
6.4.8 Laswai, G.H., Mtenga, L.A., Kimambo A.E., Mgheni, D.M., Komwihangilo, D.
Bwire, J.M., Mutimura, M., Minani E, Musalia, L.M. 2011. Development of Eastern
and Central African. Feed Database and Feed Table for ruminants. Paper presented
at the 34th TSAP Annual Scientific Conference held at Olasit Garden, Arusha 25th
to 27th October 2011
6.4.9 Kitalyi, A.J., Kabatange, M., Laswai, G.H. Mgheni, D.M and Ngowi, M. 2011.
Women and Livestock development; opportunities and challenges in changing
climate regime. Keynote paper presented at the 34th TSAP Annual Scientific
Conference held at Olasit Garden, Arusha 25th to 27th October 2011
6.4.10 Laswai, G.H., Haule, M.E., Mwaseba, D.L., Kimambo, A.E., Madsen, J. and
Mtenga, L.A. 2011. An assessment of attitude towards selling livestock among the
pastoralists in Ngorongoro district of Tanzania. Paper presented at EAAP Scientific
Conference: http//www.eaap.prg/Stavanger/paper/published/S46/
6.4.11 Mawona, F.G., Kimambo, A.E., Laswai, G.H., Mtenga, L.A. and Mgheni, D.M.
2010. Performance of cattle fattening enterprises in Mwanza region, Tanzania.
Proc. 5th All Africa Conference on Animal Agriculture held in Addis Ababa 25th to
28th Oct. 2010.
6.4.12 Madsen, J., Kimambo, A.E., Laswai, G.H., Hvelplund, T. and Weisbjerg, M.R.
2010. Opportunities for production of tender high quality beef in Tanzania. Proc. 5th
All Africa Conference on Animal Agriculture held in Addis Ababa 25th to 28th Oct.
2010.
6.4.13 Mwilawa, A.J., Kimambo, A.E., Mtenga, L.A. Laswai, G.H., Madsen, J.,
Hvelplund, T., Weisbjerg, M., Christensen, M. and Mgheni, D. M. 2010. Growth
performance and the economy of producing quality beef in Tanzania. Proc. 5th All
Africa Conference on Animal Agriculture held in Addis Ababa 25th to 28th Oct.
2010.
6.4.14 Haule, M.E., Laswai, G.H., Mwaseba, D.L., Kimambo, A.E., Madsen, J., Mtenga,
L.A. and Mwilawa, A. J. 2010. An assessment of attitude towards selling livestock
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among the pastoralists in Ngorongoro district of Tanzania. Proc. 5th All Africa
Conference on Animal Agriculture held in Addis Ababa 25th to 28th Oct. 2010.
6.4.15 Shija, D.S., Mwilawa, A.J., Laswai, G.H., Kimambo, A.E., Mtenga, L.A. and
Mgheni, D.M. 2009. Evaluation of carcass composition of steers from two breeds
finished under different dietary treatments. Proceedings of the 33rd TSAP Annual
Scientific Conference held at BOT Hall in Mwanza, Tanzania from 22nd to 24th Sept.
2009.
6.4.16 Madsen, J. Kimambo, A.E. Hvelplund, T. And Laswai, G.H. 2009. Opportunities
for production of tender high quality beef in Tanzania. Proceedings of the 33rd
TSAP Annual Scientific Conference held at BOT Hall in Mwanza, Tanzania from
22nd to 24th Sept. 2009
6.4.17 Madsen, J., Cristensen, M., Hindrichsen, I.K., Larsen, C.E.S., Hvelplund, T. and
Weisjerg, M.R., Kimambo, A.E., Mtenga, L.A., Laswai, G.H., Mgheni, D.M.,
Mwilawa, A.J., Mutetikka, D.B. and Mpairwe, D. 2008. A case study on the
existing and potential market opportunities for quality beef in Tanzania. Book of
Abstracts for the 10th World Conference on Animal Agriculture held in Capetown,
South Africa. Abstract No 7, Wageningen Academic Publishers, The Netherlands
6.4.18 Mapunda, F.M., Mtenga, L.A., Ashimogo, G.C., Kimambo, A.E., Laswai, G.H.,
Mgheni, D., and Mwilawa, A.J. 2008. A case study on the existing and potential
market opportunities for quality beef in Tanzania. Book of Abstracts for the 10th
World Conference on Animal Agriculture held in Capetown, South Africa. Abstract
No 5, Wageningen Academic Publishers, The Netherlands
6.4.19 Nandonde, S., Tarimo, M., Laswai, G.H., Mgheni, D., Mtenga, L.A., Kimambo,
A.E., Madsen, J., Hvelplund, T. and Weisjerg, M. 2008. Assessment on the
availability of cattle and feeds for quality beef production in Tanzania. Book of
Abstracts for the 10th World Conference on Animal Agriculture held in Capetown,
South Africa. Abstract No.82, Wageningen Academic Publishers, The Netherlands
6.4.20 Kombe, R. A., Kimambo, A.E., Aboud, A.O., Laswai, G.H., Mtenga, L.A.,
Weisjerg, M., Hvelplund, T. and Mgheni, D.M, 2008. Effect of formaldehyde
treatment of cotton seed cake and molasses supplementation on nitrogen utilization
by steers fed low quality hay. Book of Abstracts for the 10th World Conference on
Animal Agriculture held in Capetown, South Africa. Abstract No. 23, Wageningen
Academic Publishers, The Netherlands
6.4.21 Mwilawa, A.J., Kimambo, A.E., Mtenga, L.A., Madsen, J. Hvelplund, T., Weisjerg,
M., Laswai, G.H., Mgheni, D.M., Cristensen, M and Chenyambuga, S.W. 2008.
Effects of breed and diet on growth and killing out characteristics of beef cattle.
Book of Abstracts for the 10th World Conference on Animal Agriculture held in
Capetown, South Africa. Abstract No. 35, Wageningen Academic Publishers, The
Netherlands
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6.4.22 Lyimo, H.L., Laswai, G.H., Mtenga, L.A., Kimambo, A.E., Mgheni, D.M.,
Hvelplund, T.and Weisjerg, M. 2008. Performance of crossbred dairy calves on
different feeding strategies under smallholder farms in sub humid eastern part of
Tanzania. Book of Abstracts for the 10th World Conference on Animal Production
held in Capetown, South Africa. Abstract No. 47, Wageningen Academic Publishers,
The Netherlands
6.4.23 Kimambo, A.E., Mtenga, L.A., Aboud, A.A.O., Laswai, G.H & Mgheni, D.M.
(2007). Challenges of Feeding animals in Harsh Tropical environment. Proceedings
of the 2nd Joint TSAP/TVA Scientific Conference held at AICC Arusha Tanzania
from 29th Nov. to 1st Dec. 2007
6.4.24 Kimario, F.M., A.E. Kimambo, G.H. Laswai, A.A.O. Aboud, P. Mtakwa and L.A.
Mtenga (2007) Effect of the method of treating rice straws using wood ash extract
on dry matter intake, nutrient digestibility and growth performance of lambs. A
paper presented In Kenya Society for Animal production symposium held in Mpatwa
Mombasa from 15th to 16th March 2007
6.4.25 Mgheni, D. M., Mtenga, L.A., Bwire, J.M., Doto, S.P., Kimambo, A. E. Laswai, G.
H., Bareeba , F. B., Mupenzi , M. Musalia, L. M. and Nijimbere, A. (2007) Feed
Resource Database Development for East and Central Africa in Ruminants. A paper
presented In Kenya Society for Animal production symposium held in Mpatwa
Mombasa from 15th to 16th March 2007
6.4.26 Nandonde, S.W., Tarimo, M., Laswai, G.H., Mgheni, D.M., Mtenga, L.A.,
Kimambo, A.E., Madsen, J., Hvelplund, T. and Weisbjerg, M.R. 2007. Assessment
on the availability of major feed resources for quality beef production in Tanzania.
Proceedings of the 2nd Joint TSAP/TVA Scientific Conference held at AICC Arusha
Tanzania from 29th Nov. to 1st Dec. 2007
6.4.27 Mwilawa, A.J., Kimambo, A.E., Mtenga L.A., Madsen, J., Hvelplund, T.,
Weisbjerg, M.R., Laswai, G.H., Mgheni, D.M., Hindrichsen, I., and M.
Christensen. 2007. Production of quality beef in Tanzania: Testing different
systems. Proceedings of the 2nd Joint TSAP/TVA Scientific Conference held at
AICC Arusha Tanzania from 29th Nov. to 1st Dec. 2007.
6.4.28 Laswai, G.H., Kimambo, A.E., Yona, G.K., Mgheni, D.M., Hvelplund, T. and
Weisbjerg, M. (2007) .Evaluation of the effectiveness of Enzymes Solubility
Technique (EST) in estimating digestibility of selected tropical forages. The
proceedings of the VII International Symposium on the Nutrition of Herbivores. 17-
22 Sept.2007. Beijing, China
6.4.29 Lekule, F.P., Shem, M.N., Sarwatt, S.V., Laswai, G.H., Mutayoba, S.K. and
Malole, J.L. 2006. Cassava in livestock feed. Workshop on promotion of cassava.
24 – 26 Aug. 2006. Dar es Salaam.
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6.4.30 Laswai, G.H., Kimambo, A.E. and Mosha, C.J.S. 2006. The state of quality and
safety of compounded animal feeds in Tanzania. Paper presented at FAO/IFIF/DLP
Conference on Good Practices for the Animal Feed Industry in South and East
Africa, Nairobi Kenya 26-28 June 2006.
6.4.31 Kimario, F.M., Kimambo, A.E. Laswai, G.H., Aboud, A.A.O., Mtakwa, P. and
Mtenga, L.A. 2005. Effect of the method of treating rice straws using ash extract on
dry matter intake, nutrient digestibility and growth performance of lambs. In: P.
Rowlinson, C. Wachirapakorn, P. Pakdee and M. Wanapat, M. (Editors).
Integrating Livestock-crop Systems to Meet the Challenges of Globalisation. Proc.
AHAT/BSAS International Conference held on 14th – 18th 2005. Khon Kaen,
Thailand.
6.4.32 Laswai, G.H. Mbaga, S.H. Das, S.M. Minja, M.M.J. Mruttu, H. Mwilawa A.
Comoro, C. J. and Sendalo, E. 2005. A study on the dynamics of Local Knowledge
among Maasai Communities with a Particular Focus on Preferences and Criteria for
Livestock Breeding and Selection. Paper presented at the symposium on the LinKS
activities held in New Africa Hotel Tanzania, on 10th to 12th Aug. 2005.
6.4.33 Laswai, G.H., Mbaga, S.H., Das, S.M., Minja, M.M.J., Mruttu, H. Mwilawa, A.,
Comoro, C. J. and Mwaigomole, G. 2004. Local knowledge among Maasai
communities with a particular focus on preferences and criteria for livestock
breeding and selection. In: Proc. TSAP Vol. 31:183-190.
6.4.34 Madsen, J., Hvelplund, T., Weisbjerg, M.R., Mlay, P.N.S., Kimambo, A.E.,
Mtenga, L.A., Laswai, G.H. and Mgheni, D. 2004. What are optimum rations for
livestock. In: Proc. TSAP Vol. 31:51-59.
6.4.35 Doto, S.P., Weisbjerg, M.R., Hvelplund, T., Kimambo, A.E., Mgheni, D., Mtenga,
L.A., Laswai, G.H. and Mgheni, D. 2004. The Tanzania feedstuff table for
ruminants. In: Proc. TSAP Vol. 31:46-50.
6.4.36 Marstrand, D.M., Hansen, H., Madsen, J., McAinsh, C.V., Larsen, C.E.S.,
Kimambo, A.E., Laswai, G.H., Mgheni, D.M. and Pereka, A.E. 2004. Livestock
banking in Africa- The tragedy of the commons and/or a blessing for the poor? In:
Proc. TSAP Vol. 31:1-9.
6.4.37 Laswai, G. H., Kimario, F.M., Kimambo, A. E., Aboud, A.A. and Mtakwa P. 2004
Determination of the appropriate conditions of spraying rice straws with wood ash
extract for improving availability of nutrients to ruminants. Paper presented at the
Regional Livestock Conference on “Livestock Revolution: Challenges and
Opportunities for the Livestock Industry in East Africa” held in Nairobi from 15th to
18th March 2004.
6.4.38 Mutayoba, S.K., Shem, M.N., Lekule, F.P., Sarwatt, S.V., Laswai, G.H. and Malole,
J.L. 2003. Assessment of cassava as energy source in broiler diets. ISTRC Symposium,
10 – 15 Nov. 2003, Arusha, Tanzania.
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6.4.39 Shem, M.N., Lekule, F.P., Sarwatt, S.V., Laswai, G.H., Mutayoba, S.K. and Malole,
J.L. 2003. Cassava utilisation for dairy cattle in Kibaha and Dar es Salaam. ISTRC
Symposium. 10 to 15th Nov. 2003, Arusha. Tanzania.
6.4.40 Lekule, F.P., Shem, M.N., Sarwatt, S.V., Laswai, G.H., Mutayoba, S.K. and Malole,
J.L. 2003. Cassava enters the livestock feed industry in Tanzania. Paper presented at
SARRNET Workshop 20th to 23rd May 2003, Lusaka Zambia.
6.4.41 Mutayoba, S.K., Laswai, G.H., Lekule, F.P., Malole, J.L. and Michael, S. 2003.
Cassava in poultry feeds. Impact on farmers in Kibaha district. Paper presented at
MAFS-SUA Collaborative Research Workshop, Morogoro. 26th to 27th May 2003
6.4.42 Mutayoba, S.K., Lekule, F.P., Shem, M.N., Laswai, G.H., Sarwatt, S.V., Malole, J.L.
and Michael, S. 2003. Assessment of cassava commercialisation and the effect of
feeding cassava on the performance of chickens. In: Proceedings 13th Symposium of
the International Society for Tropical Root Crops (ISTRC) held in AICC, Arusha
Tanzania from 10 to 14th 2003.
6.4.43 Gimbi, A., Kimambo, A.E., Kanuya, N.L., Mtenga, L.A., Laswai, G.H. and Madsen,
J. 2003. Seasonal variation on reproductive performance, mineral and body condition
status of smallholder dairy cattle in Rungwe district, Tanzania. In: Proc. TSAP Vol.
30:333-341.
6.4.44 Lyimo, H.L.N., Laswai, G.H., Mtenga, L.A., Kimambo, A.E., Hvelplund, T. and
Weisbjerg, M.R. 2003. Pre-weaning performance of crossbred dairy calves reared
on locally prepared calf concentrate. In: Proc. TSAP Vol. 30:321-332.
6.4.45 Lekule, F.P., Laswai, G.H., Mutayoba, S. K., Malole, J. L. and Kasara, A.S. 2002.
Effect of feeding cassava based diets on growth performance and feed efficiency of
growing pigs. TSAP/TVA Conference, Arusha. Dec. 2002.
6.4.46 Lekule F.P., Shem, M.N., Laswai, G.H., Sarwatt, S.V., Mutayoba, S.K.,
Makindara, J., Mbwile, R.P. and Mtunda, K. 2002. Cassava processing technology
for livestock feeding. Cassava root meal in commercial livestock feeds in Tanzania.
Proc. 1st Collaborative research Workshop on food Security. 245 – 252.
6.4.47 Lekule, F.P., Shem, M.N., Laswai, G.H., Sarwatt, S.V., Mutayoba, S.K.,
Makindara, J., Mbile, R.P. and Mtunda, K. 2002. Cassava root as a source of energy
in commercial livestock feeds. AICAD Seminar in Nairobi, 23rd July 2002.
6.4.48 Lekule, F.P., Shem, M.N., Laswai, G.H., Mutayoba, S.K., Makindara, J., Mbwile,
R.P. and Mtunda, K. 2002. Cassava processing technology for livestock feeding:
Cassava root meal in commercial livestock feeds in Tanzania. MAFS-SUA
Collaborative Research Workshop, 28th – 39th May 2002. Morogoro. Tanzania
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6.4.49 Gimbi, A.A., Kimambo, A.E., Kanuya, N.L., Madsen, J. and Laswai, G.H. 2002.
Reproductive performance of Smallholder dairy cattle in Rungwe District,
Tanzania. TSAP/TVA joint conference, AICC, Arusha 3rd to 5th Dec. 2002.
6.4.50 Lyimo, H.L.N., Laswai, G.H., Mtenga, L.A., Kimambo, A.E., Hvelplund, T. and
Weisbjerg, M.R. 2002. Nutrient availability to calves under restricted suckling
system in the Smallholder dairy farms. TSAP/TVA joint conference, AICC, Arusha
3rd to 5th Dec. 2002.
6.4.51 Stephen, J. Sokombi, E., Bitanyi, S., Kazwala, R.R., Mbaga, S.H., Kusiluka, L. J. M
and Laswai, G.H. 2002. Poverty alleviation through smallholder dairying:
experiences of Mogabiri Farm Extension Centre-Tanzania. Proceedings of the Joint
TSAP/TVA Scientific Conference.
6.4.52 Laswai, G.H., Mtengeti, E.J., Urio, N.A., Pereka, A., Magne, Mo, Mgassa, M.
Phiri, E., Mbwile, R., Mtenga, L.A., Muhikambele, V., Chibunda, R., Israel, S.,
Muhikambele, A. and Ayo, E. 2002. Assessment of quality and quantity of feed
resources for dairy animals in the low plains of Makambako division in Njombe
district. TSAP/TVA joint conference, AICC, Arusha 3rd to 5th Dec. 2002.
6.4.53 Kimambo, A.E., Aboud, A.A., Laswai, G. H., Mtakwa, P., Antony, N. and
Mtamakaya, J. D. 2002. Investigation on quantity and physical-chemical quality of
wood ash in improving the feeding values of poor quality roughage feeds for
ruminants. Paper presented at the Scientific Symposium on Environment, held at the
University of Dar es Salaam, 23rd to 29th Sept. 2002.
6.4.54 Laswai, G.H., Kimambo, A.E., Mtamakaya, D. Aboud, A.A. and Mtakwa, P. 2002.
Voluntary feed intake and nutrients digestibility of rice straw treated with wood ash
extract and urea fed to steers. Paper presented at the TSAP/TVA joint conference,
AICC, Arusha 3rd to 5th Dec. 2002.
6.4.55 Mtengeti, E.J., Urio, N.A., Pereka, A.E., Magne, Mo, Mgasa, M.N., Phiri, E.C.J.,
Mbwile, R., Laswai, G.H., Mtenga, L.A., Muhikambele, V.R., Chibunda, R.T.,
Israel, S.H., Mwakilembe, A. and Ayo, E. 2003. Performance of selected MPTs
under smallholder dairy farmers’ home garden plots in the Njombe district, southern
highlands of Tanzania. In: Batamuzi, E.K. and Tarimo, A.J.P. (eds) Towards Food
Security, Research on Production-processing Marketing and Utilisation. Proc. 2nd
collaborative Research Workshop on Food Security, 28 –30 May. TARP II SUA
Project, Morogoro, Tanzania. Pp 246-251.
6.4.56 Mtenga, L.A., Mbwile, R., Pereka, A.E., Laswai, G.H. and Chibunda, R.T. 2001. A
report on inventory of livestock husbandry practices in selected villages in the
Njombe district. Tanzania Agricultural Research Phase II. Sokoine University of
Agricultre Project, Tanzania.
6.4.57 Laswai, G.H., Maeda-Machangu, A.D., Mutayoba, S.K. Lazaro, E.A., Mwaseba,
D.and Kimambo, E.S. 2000. Indigenous knowledge with gender perspectives on
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animal husbandry practices: A case study in Tanzania. Paper presented at 3rd All
Africa Conf. Animal Agriculture, Alexandria, EGYPT, 6-9th Nov. 2000.
6.4.58 Lazaro, E.A., Maeda-Machang'u, A., Laswai, G.H., Kimambo, A.E., Mutayoba,
S.K. and Mwaseba, D. 2000. Local knowledge: A resource in the improvement of
livestock production systems in Tanzania. Proc. 1st Univ. Wide Sci. Conf. Vol. 2. pp
99 - 104.
6.4.59 Laswai, G.H. and Sentozi, H. 1999. Nutritional quality and factors affecting
production of commercial poultry feeds in Dar es Salaam. Proc. 4th Annual Res.
Conf. FoA SUA. Pp 267-271.
6.4.60 Maeda, T.G.P.J., Mtengeti, E.J., Matovelo, J.A., Laswai, G.H. and Ndemanisho,
E.E.1999. Effect of substituting sunflower seed cake (ssc) with morus alba
(mulberry) on nutrient digestibility and growth performance of rabbits. Proc. 4th
Annual Res. Conf. FoA SUA. Pp 178-188.
6.4.61 Laswai, G.H, Maeda-Machangu, A.D., Mutayoba, S.K. Lazaro, E., Mwaseba, D. and
Kimambo, E.S. 1999. The changing face of pastoralism: What is the dilemma of the
pastoral women. Proc. 2nd General Assembly Int. Conf.: Women, Science and
Technology for Sustainable Development, Cape Town, South Africa, II pp 269-274.
6.4.62 Kimambo, A.E., Katambala, V. and Laswai, G.H. 1998. The possibility of using ash
to improve the nutritive value of maize stover. In: Proceedings of the 25th TSAP
Scientific Conference, Arusha, pp 166-173.
6.4.63 Laswai G.H., Masaki, E.N. and Maselle, R.M. 1998. Evaluation of the potential of
Crotalaria ochroleuca as a protein source in the diets of growing pigs. In: Proc. of the
25th TSAP Scientific Conference, Arusha, pp 146-156.
6.4.64 Mutayoba, S.K.; Maeda-Machangu, A.D.; Laswai, G.H.; Kimambo, E.; Lazaro, E.A.
and Mwaseba, D. 1998. Gender perspective and local knowledge in livestock
production and animal health. In: Foods, Lands and Livelihoods. Setting Research
Agendas for Animal Science. BSAP Conference, KARI, Nairobi, Kenya 27-30 Jan.
1998.
6.4.65 Kimambo, A.E.; Moshi, D.P.K. Aboud, A.A.O. and Laswai, G.H. 1996. Effects of
molasses urea blocks (MUB) supplementation on utilization of poor quality roughage
by yearling heifers. In: Proceedings of the 2nd FoA Research Conference, SUA.
6.4.66 Laswai, G.H; Lekule, F.P. and Kimambo, A.E. 1998. The effect of processing method
of Dolichos bean (Lablab purpureus L. Sweet) on the protein quality and nutrient
digestibility of pigs. Towards the 21st Century. The research and Technological Thrust
in the Development of Agriculture: Proceedings of the 2nd Faculty of Agriculture
Annual Research Conference, SUA Morogoro. 25- 27 Sept. 1996: 104-112.
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6.4.67 Laswai, G.H.; Lekule, F.P. and Kimambo, A.E. 1996. The effect of processing
method of Dolichos bean (Lablab purpureus L. Sweet) on the protein quality and
nutrient digestibility by pigs. In: Proceedings of the 23rd TSAP Scientific Conference,
Arusha, pp 195-204.
6.4.68 Laswai, G.H.; Lugembe, K.K.M.; Mosha, R.D. and Kimambo, A. E. 1996. Evaluation
of Crotalaria ochroleuca (Marejea) as a protein source in rabbit diets. In: Proceedings
of the 23rd TSAP Scientific Conference, Arusha, pp 205-214.
6.4.69 Maeda-Machang'u, A.D.; Mutayoba, S.K.; Laswai, G.H.; Kurwijila, R.V. and
Kimambo, E.S. 1995. Local knowledge in health in different livestock production
systems in Tanzania. In: Proceedings of the 13th TVA Scientific Conference, Arusha.
6.4.70 Kimambo, A. E.; Chamatata, B. A.; Shem, M. N. and Laswai, G. H. 1995. Evaluation
of cotton seed hulls as dry season roughage feed for ruminant animals in Tanzania. In:
Proceedings of the 1st FoA Research Conference, SUA, pp 342-355.
6.4.71 Kimbi, E.C. and Laswai, G.H. 1995. Nutritive value of Leucaena leucocephala to
growing rabbits. In: Proceedings of the 22nd TSAP Scientific Conference, Arusha, pp
94-104.
6.4.72 Laswai, G.H.; Mutayoba, S.K.; Maeda-Machangu, A.D.; Kurwijila, R.V. and
Kimambo, E.S. 1995. Local knowledge and gender roles in animal husbandry in
different livestock production systems. In: Proceedings of the 22nd TSAP Scientific
Conference, Arusha, pp 249-260.
6.4.73 Laswai, G.H. and Close, W.H. 1994. The effect of energy intake and dietary protein
concentration on the energy partition and energetic efficiency in growing pigs In:
Proceedings of the 21st TSAP Scientific Conference, Arusha, pp 195-206.
6.4.74 Laswai, G.H., Lekule F.P. and Ocran, J.N. 1994. Feeding value of leucaena leaf meal
in pigs. In: Proceedings of the 21st TSAP Scientific Conference, Arusha, pp 207-220.
6.4.75 Moshi, D. P. K. and Laswai, G. H. 1993. Evaluation of the nutritive value of three
species of forage species using rabbits. In: Proceedings of the 20th TSAP Scientific
Conference, Arusha. pp 278-288.
6.4.76 Laswai G. H., Close W. H., Sharpe C. E. and Keal H. D. 1991. Nutrient partition and
energy metabolism in pigs of different body weights and growth rates. In: Energy
Metabolism of Farm Animals (eds. C. Wenk and M. Boessinger). pp 90-94. Kartause
Ittingen, Switzerland.
6.4.77 Taylor J. A., Salter D. N., Close W. H., Laswai G. H. and Hudson A. 1990. Effects of
feeding level and sex on nitrogen retention and serum insulin-like growth factor-1 in
growing pigs. Proceedings of Nutrition Society 50: 62A.
6.5 Compendia
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6.5.1 Laswai, G.H. and Lekule, F.P. 2007. Teaching module for the course on Animal
Production Systems. Pigs. Program for Regional Integrated Training (PRINT),
SADEC program for Animal Health and Animal Production. University of Pretoria,
South Africa
6.5.2 Laswai, G.H. 2004. Applied Animal Nutrition Compendium for students studying
Bachelor of Animal Science SUA.
6.6 Extension/training manuals/videos
6.6.1 Laswai, G.H., Chakeredza, S. and Mutayoba, S.K. 2011. Smallholder Livestock
Production: Feeds and Feeding. African Network for Agriculture, Agroforestry &
Natural Resources Education, World Agroforestry Center, Nairobi.
6.6.2 Mtenga, L.A., Laswai, G. H., Aboud, A.O., Mgheni, D.M., Katule, A., Kimambo,
A.E., Weisbjerg, M.R., Bwire, M.J., Minani, E., Mubiru, S. L. and Ebong, C. 2011.
Training Module on the use of Feed Tables in Animal Ration Formulation. E-
Learning resource
6.6.3 Laswai, G. H., Mtenga, L.A., Mgheni, D.M., Kimambo, A.E., Weisbjerg, M.R.,
Bwire, M.J., Minani, E., and Mutimura, M. 2011. Feed database for Eastern and
Central African Countries (ECA-Uploaded on ASARECA Website 2011)
6.6.4 Minami, E., Laswai, G. H., Mtenga, L.A., Mgheni, D.M. and Bwire, M.J. 2011.
Getting Much Money By Feeding Dairy Cows. An extension leaflet
6.6.5 IGMAFU-Meat 2010. Income Generation through Market Access and Feed Utilization
(IGMAFU-Meat). DVD on Beef Cattle Fattening and Value Addition. Sokoine
University of Agriculture (SUA), Tanzania.
6.6.6 Training manual on Animal Production Systems: Pigs and Poultry. Continuing
Education, University of Pretoria. South Africa,
www.ceatup.com/courses/courseDetail=ID 1307
6.6.7 Laswai, G.H., Mutayoba, S.K. and Temu, A.A. 2005. Training Manual on Poultry
Feeds and Feed Formulation.
6.6.8 Makindara, J.R., Laswai, G.H., Mutayoba, S.K., Temu, A. and Mosha, C.J.S. 2004.
Ujasirimali Katika Biashara za Tanzania. Biashara ya vyakula vya Mifugo.
6.6.9 Mtenga, L.A., Chibunda, R.T., Phiri, E.C.J.H., Ayo, E.M., Mtengeti, E.J.,
Muhikambele, V.R., Laswai, G.H., Urio, N.A., Pereka, A.E., Israel, S.H., Mgasa,
M.N., Mbwile, R., Mwakilembe, I.E. and Magne Mo 2003. Utunzaji wa Ng'ombe wa
Maziwa wakati wa Kiangazi. Nyanda za Kusini. TARP II SUA Project. Pul. No TS 2-
78.
6.6.10 Laswai, G.H., Mnembuka, B.V. and Lugeye, S.C. 2000. 'Ufugaji Bora wa Sungura.
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Ed. M. Ngetti, SUA-TU Linkage Project. A handbook.
6.6.11 Editor of a Booklet "Ufugaji Bora wa Nguruwe". Ministry of Agric. and Co-operatives
1998
6.7 Unpublished materials/consultancy reports
6.7.1 Lukuyu, B., Ravichandran, T., Maass, B., Laswai, G., Bwire, J. and Duncan, A.
2015. Enhancing productivity through feed and feeding interventions in ‘MilkIT’
project sites in India and Tanzania. ILRI Project Report. International Livestock
Research Institute (ILR), Nairobi, Kenya. ISBN: 92–9146–441–4 (Available at:
https://cgspace.cgiar.org/handle/10568/68753
6.7.2 Laswai, G.H. 2014. Validating an in-vitro gas production method for feed evaluation
using rumen liquor from slaughtered cattle. Consolidated Terminal Report,
ASARECA
6.7.3 Laswai, G. H. 2013. Improving beef cattle productivity for enhanced food security
and efficient utilization of natural resources in the Lake Victoria basin. Annual report,
VicRes project.
6.7.4 Laswai, G.H. 2012. Establishment of Feed Resource Database in the Eastern and
Central Africa (LFP PRJ 04). Consolidated Terminal Report, ASARECA
6.7.5 Laswai, G.H., Mtenga, L.A. and Kimambo, A.E. 2009. Country report on the survey
study on “Improving the availability and relevance of Agricultural Learning
Resources in Africa”. Consultancy report, The African Network for Agriculture,
Agroforestry and Natural Resources Education (ANAFE). Submitted on 2nd Oct.
2009.
6.7.6 Laswai, G.H., Mbaga, S., Minja, M., Das, S., Comoro, C., Mwilawa, A., Mruttu, H.
and Sendalo, E. 2005. Local knowledge and the management of animal genetic
resources among Maasai pastoralists in Tanzania – an investigation into the
dynamics of local knowledge on livestock breeding and selection under the influence
of migration. Project report on FAO/LinKS.
6.7.7 Laswai, G.H., Das, S.M., Comoro, C.J., Mbaga, S.H., Minja, M.M.J., Sendalo, E.,
Mwilawa, A. and Mruttu, H. 2005. Preferences and criteria employed in livestock
breeding and selection by the Maasai in Tanzania. Phase II, Studies in Mbarali
District, Southern Highlands, Tanzania. FAO LinKS Project report, FAO.
6.7.8 Msechu J.K.K., Das, S.M., Comoro, C.J., Laswai, G.H., Mbaga, S.H., Minja,
M.M.J., Mwaigomole, G.M. and Nalitolela, S. 2004. Local knowledge and the
management of animal genetic resources among Maasai pastoralists in Tanzania: an
investigation into the dynamics of local knowledge on livestock breeding and
selection under the influence of migration. Phase 1 project report. FAO/LinKS
project
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6.7.9 Kimambo, A.E., Laswai, G.H., Aboud, A.A. and Mtakwa, P. 2002. Effectiveness of
ash extract in improving the feeding value of poor quality roughage feeds to
ruminant animals. TAP II Project terminal report.
6.7.10 Maeda-Machang'u, A.D., Mutayoba, S.K., Laswai, G.H., Mwaseba, D., Lazaro, E.
Lengisigu, O. N. and Kimambo, E. 2001. Medicinal Plants use for Animal Health
Care in a Dynamic Pastoral Production System in Simanjiro, Tanzania. Project
report, FAO/LinKS Project.
6.7.11 Laswai, G.H. 2001. Environmental Sustainable Agriculture and Forest through a
Symbiotic System. Seminar report
6.7.12 Maeda-Machangu A.D. and Laswai, G. H. 2000. A Team Report on the Exchange
visit to Zimbabwe under FAO/LINKS Project 21st to 28th Oct. 2000. FAO 15 pp.
6.7.13 Maeda-Machang'u, A.D.; Mutayoba, S.K.; Laswai, G.H.; Kurwijila, R.V. and
Kimambo, E.S. 1995. Local Knowledge in Animal Health and Production Systems.
Gender Perspectives. FAO Consultancy Report. 133 pp
6.8 Thesis and Dissertations
6.8.1 Laswai, G. H. 1992. Energy metabolism in pigs of different growth potentials. PhD
Thesis,University of Reading.
6.8.2 Swai, G. D. 1987. The feed intake and digestibility of three forage species and their
effects on growth and carcass characteristics of rabbits. M. Sc. Thesis, Sokoine Univ.
of Agriculture, Morogoro.
6.8.3 Swai, G. D. 1983. Effect of feeding Launaea cornuta and growers mash on
performance of rabbits. B. Sc. (Agric.), Special Project, Univ. of Dar es Salaam.
7 Seminars/Conferences attended
7.1 Attended three British Society of Animal Production (BSAP) Winter Meetings,
held in Scobourough, in 1989, 90 and 92. Sponsored by NORAD.
7.2 Attended the Feed Manufacturers Conference, held in Nottingham in 1990.
Sponsored by NORAD
7.3 Attended the Symposium on Energy Metabolism of Farm Animals, held in
Kartause Ittingen, Switzerland in 1991. Sponsored by NORAD.
7.4 Attends the Tanzania Society of Animal Production (TSAP) Conferences annually
from1994 to date.
7.5 Attended FoA Annual Research Conferences in 1996, 1997, 1998 and 1999, SUA,
Morogoro.
7.6 Attended All Africa Conference on Animal Agriculture, held in Pretoria, South
Africa in 1996
7.7 Attended the International Conference on Women, Science and Technology for
sustainable Development, held in Cape Town South Africa in 1999.
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7.8 Attended the 7th World Rabbit Congress held in Valencia, Spain 4th to 7th July 2000
7.9 Attended exchange visit to Zimbabwe under FAO/LinKS project from 21st to 28th
Oct. 2000.
7.10 Attended workshop on curricula review to include LinKS issues in Universities'
curricula held in Mutare, Zimbabwe in Oct. 2000.
7.11 Attended the 3rd All Africa Conference on Animal Agriculture and 11th Conf. of the
Egyptian Society of Animal production, Alexandria, EGYPT, 6-9th Nov. 2000.
7.12 Organised and attended two workshops on Integration of LinKS issues (Gender,
Biodiversity and Local Knowledge Systems) into SUA's Curricula, held on 9th
Jan.2001 and 20th March 2001, VETA, Morogoro.
7.13 Attended a National Workshop on Indigenous Knowledge Strategy and Action
Plan, held in Bagamoyo from 11th to 13th June 2001.
7.14 Attended a workshop on the Formulation of a National Networking Forum on
Indigenous Knowledge, held in Bagamoyo from 14 to 15th June 2001.
7.15 Attended a workshop on the ASLIP project review meeting held at Windhock,
Namibia 28 to 30th Jan. 2002
7.16 Participated on the seminars on HIV/AIDS for Peer Educators held in ICE on 6th
April and 26th Oct. 2002
7.17 Attended a workshop on Agribusiness, Entrepreneurship and Business Planning
under SUA-TU project held in ICE, SUA on 4th Oct. 2002
7.18 Attended the TSAP/TVA Scientific Conference held at AICC in Arusha from 3rd to
5th 2002
7.19 Attended a workshop on the ASLIP review project held at Oasis Hotel in Arusha on
6th Dec. 2002
7.20 Attended DAINDA workshop on Farmer, Research and extension linkage, held at
DANIDA Training Centre, Arusha 9th to 11th 2002.
7.21 Attended a workshop on the Internal Monitoring of SUA-TU project, held at ICE,
SUA from 8th to 9th Jan. 2003.
7.22 Attended FAO/LinKS research planning workshop held at TANESCO Institute
from 27th - 31st Jan 2003.
7.23 Organised and attended Conference on Phytosanitary requirements for Agriculture
Exports to US markets under AGOA held in ICE 10th Sept. 2003.
7.24 Attended the Annual TSAP conference held at 4H training Centre in Tanga from
28th to 30th Oct. 2003.
7.25 Participated in the Research Planning Workshop of the Ministry of Water and
Livestock Development (MoWLD) held at Tanga Research Institute from 31st
October to 1st November 2003.
7.26 Attended a workshop on the Internal Monitoring of SUA-TU project, held at ICE,
SUA on 24th Nov. 2003.
7.27 Attended a regional livestock conference on “Livestock Revolution: Challenges
and Opportunities for the Livestock Industry in East Africa” held in Nairobi from
15th to 18th March 2004.
7.28 Attended the X International Symposium on Ruminant Physiology held in
Copenhagen, Denmark from 30th August to 4th Sept. 2004.
7.29 Attended the TSAP Annual Conference and Livestock Banking held in Kilimanjaro
Cranes Hotel, Moshi, 5th – 9th Oct. 2004.
7.30 Attended a symposium on the LinKS activities held in New Africa Hotel on 10th to
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12th Aug. 2005.
7.31 Attended launching event of Trust Fund on Local Knowledge in Makumbusho, Dar es
Salaam on 26th Aug. 2005
7.32 Participated in All Africa Conference in Animal Agriculture held in AICC Arusha on
20th to 23rd Sept. 2005.
7.33 Attended the IGMAFU first project planning workshop held in Entebbe, Uganda on 31st
Jan to 4th Feb. 2006.
7.34 Attended the FAO/IFIF/DLP Conference on Good Practices for the Animal Feed
Industry in South and East Africa, held in Nairobi, Kenya 26-28 June 2006.
7.35 Attended the IGMAFU first project planning workshop held in Kampala, Uganda on
27th to 31st August 2006 and Morogoro on 4th to 8th September 2006.
7.36 Attended TSAP Annual Conference held in Kranes Hotel, Moshi on 24th – 26th Oct.
2006
7.37 Participated in the Feedstuffs and Additives Act review workshop held in B-Z Hotel,
Morogoro on 7th – 10th Nov. 2006.
7.38 Attended the Kenya Society for Animal production symposium held in Mpatwa
Mombasa from 15th to 16th March 2007
7.39 Attended the VII International Symposium on the Nutrition of Herbivores 17-22 Sept.
2007. Beijing, China
7.40 Attended the Shaanxi Satellite meeting of the ISNH-7 on Advances in Herbivore
Nutrition Research held in Xian China, from 23rd to 25th Sept. 2007.
7.41 Attended the 10th World Conference on Animal Production held in Cape Town, South
Africa from 23rd to 29th Nov. 2008.
7.42 Attended workshop on “Improving the availability and relevance of Agricultural
Learning Resources in Africa” held in ICRAF offices in Nairobi from 13th to 15th May
2009
7.43 Attended TSAP Annual Conference held in BOT Hall, Mwanza from on 23rd – 26th Nov.
2009
7.44 Attended Board meeting of the ANAFE held in Accra, Ghana on 3rd to 6th 2009.
7.45 Attended the 5th All Africa Conference on Animal Agriculture held in Addis Ababa 25th
to 28th Oct. 2010.
7.46 Participated on the ASARECA Annual Project review meeting held in Bujumbura from
11th to 13th Jan. 2011
7.47 Attended ASARECA workshop on Monitoring and Evaluation, Training of Trainers, in
Kigali, Rwanda from 23rd May to 27th May 2011.
7.48 Attended Regional review meeting of ASARECA-Livestock and Fisheries Programme
in Kigali from 30th to 31st May 2011.
7.49 Attended a workshop on Innovation System and Value Chain Analysis organised by
EPINAV at Hilux Hotel in Morogoro from 9th to 10th June 2011.
7.50 Attended the European Association Animal Production (EAAP) Conference in
Stavanger, Norway from 29th Aug. To 2nd Sept. 2011
7.51 Attended Write workshop organised by ASARECA at Landmark Hotel, Dar es Salaam
from 10 to 15th October 2011
7.52 Attended the TSAP Annual Scientific Conference in Olasit, Arusha from 24th to 27th
October 2011
7.53 Attended the ASARECA-LFP Scientific Conference in Bujumbura, from 31st October to
4th Nov. 2011
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7.54 Attended the TSAP Annual Scientific Conference in Olasit, Arusha from 24th to 27th
October 2012
7.55 Attended the Stakeholder Outcome Mapping workshop held at Courtyard Hotel in Dar
es Salaam, Tanzania from 6-7 August 2012 under the Irish Aid More Milkit Project.
7.56 Attended the planning meeting of the MoremikIT project held in Almora, India from 28th
to 29th Nov. 2012.
7.57 Attended planning meeting More Milk in Tanzania Project: Piloting Dairy Market Hubs
for proposed Heifer-led outputs and activities 17-18 January 2013 held in New Heifer
Tanzania Office, Mikocheni B, Dar, Tanzania.
7.58 Attended ASARECA M&E workshop on Automated Monitoring, Evaluation and
Reporting (MER) held in Lake Victoria Serena hotels, Entebbe Uganda on 2nd April
2013
7.59 Attended VicRes Cluster Workshop held at Colline Hotel in Mukono, Uganda from 7th
to 12th April 2013.
7.60 Attended the Milk Week, Tanzania Dairy Board and Dairy Council Meetings in Songea
as from 27th May to 1st June 2013.
7.61 Attended ASARECA Writeshop in Kampala from 21st to 26th July 2013.
7.62 Attended ASARECA M&E review workshop held in Nairobi, Kenya from 18th to 21st
Aug. 2013.
7.63 Attended the VicRes Advisory Committee ViSac Workshop in Entebbe as from 8th to
14th Sept. 2013
7.64 Attended the ASARECA Project review meeting in Dar from 22nd to 27th Sept. 2013.
8. Short training courses
8.1 Attended National Service in Bulombora J.K.T from 1979-80
8.2 Attended two weeks training on Feed Evaluation for Ruminant animals held in
Morogoro in August 1988. Sponsored by DANIDA
8.3 Attended one week UTILIP training held in Kibaha on 17th -22nd Sept. 1995.
8.4 Attended a short course on computer application, at SUA in 1999.
8.5 Attended a two weeks LinKS Project Training Workshop on Gender Sensitive
Approaches to Research on Local Knowledge and Biodiversity, Kibaha, Tanzania, 28th
Feb. to 10th March 2000
8.6 Attended short training on Environmentally Sustainable Agriculture and Forestry
through a Symbiotic System, held in Japan from 10th Sept. to 29th Oct. 2001.
8.7 Attended two week training on Gender Sensitive Approaches to Research and Extension
on local knowledge in Agrobiodiversity Management for Food Security. Held at
TANESCO Institute from 31st March to 11th April 2003.
8.8 Attended a training workshop on Agricultural Innovation Systems (AIS) and Value
Chain Analysis in Kigali from 31st May to 3rd June 2011.
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