Our Story

Founded in 2025, the African College of Education and Technology (ACET) is a learning institution dedicated to provide practical competence-based education that equips learners with relevant skills for employment and entrepreneurship.

What started with just 50 students and a handful of programs has expanded to serve over 1000 students across multiple campuses, offering a wide range of programs in education, technology, business, and community development.

Our commitment to quality education, cutting-edge research, and community engagement has positioned us as a leading higher education institution in East Africa, with partnerships spanning the globe.

ACET Campus
2+ Years of Excellence
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2+
Current Students
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3+
Faculty Members
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217+
Academic Programs
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5,000+
Alumni Worldwide
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30+
Global Partners
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3
Campuses
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Our Mission

Strive to provide high quality inclusive and competence-based education and training that integrate community service to produce skilled, ethical and innovative graduates.

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Our Vision

To be the leading center of excellence in education and technology that empowers individuals to transform communities and foster sustainable development in Africa and globally.

Our Motto

"Education for Empowered Community"

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Excellence

Striving for the highest standards in teaching, research, and service.

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Integrity

Acting with honesty, transparency, and ethical principles in all we do.

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Innovation

Embracing creativity and new ideas to solve challenges and improve lives.

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Community

Working together to build a better future for all.

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Inclusivity

Welcoming diversity and ensuring equal opportunities for all.

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Sustainability

Committed to environmental and social responsibility.

Our Journey

Key milestones in ACET's history

2025
College Founded
ACET was established as a teacher training college with 16 students.
2026
First Certificate & Diploma Programs
Introduced certificate and Diploma of Business Administration and ICT.
2026
ICT Faculty Established
Launched Information and Communication Technology programs.
2026
Master's Programs Launched
Introduced MBA, Master of Education, and Master of Computer Science.
2026
International Partnerships
Established partnerships with universities in UK, USA, and South Africa.
2026
Digital Transformation
Launched online learning platform and digital campus initiatives.
2026
2 Years of Excellence
Celebrated 2 years of academic excellence with over 500 alumni.
2026
Research Center Opening
Opened state-of-the-art research center for AI and Data Science.

Our Leadership

Meet the dedicated team guiding ACET towards excellence

Dr. Salvatory Muhando

Dr. Salvatory Muhando

Principal
PHD

Over 25 years of experience in higher education leadership. .

principal@acet.ac.tz
Dr. Noel Ntawigaya

Dr. Noel Ntawigaya

DP-ARC-1
PHD

Reserch and Consultancy.

nntawigaya@acet.ac.tz
Dr. Yasinta

Dr. Yasinta

DP-FA
PHD

DP-FA.

yasinta@acet.ac.tz
Emmanuel M. Mwawengo

Emmanuel M. Mwawengo

DP-ARC-2
Masters in Educational ,University Iringa

Deputy principal for Academic,admission and examination.

emwawengo@acet.ac.tz
Dr. Wanga

Dr. Wanga

HEOD-ICT-1
PhD

Dedicated to student welfare and development. Pioneered several student support programs.

wanga@acet.ac.tz
Jane Elias Mnadi

Jane Elias Mnadi

Dean of Students
Masters of Information and Communication Technology

Coordinates research initiatives and international collaborations.

dean.students@acet.ac.tz
Eng. Sebastian

Eng. Sebastian

Head of Department - ICT-2
MSc. Software Engineering

Leading researcher in artificial intelligence and machine learning applications.

hod.ict@acet.ac.tz

Our Campuses

State-of-the-art facilities across Tanzania

Main Campus

Main Campus - Mbeya

Our flagship campus featuring modern lecture halls, libraries, laboratories, and student accommodation.

P.o.BOX 3325 Education Avenue, Mbeya-Tanzania
Songwe Campus

Songwe Campus

Specializing in tourism, hospitality, and environmental studies in the heart of Tanzania's tourist circuit.

45 Tunduma Road, Songwe
Uyole Campus

Uyole Campus

Focus on agricultural sciences, research, and community development programs.

78 Tukuyu Road, Uyole, Mbeya

Accreditations & Recognition

We are recognized by leading educational bodies

TCU

Tanzania Commission for Universities

Fully accredited since 2025

NACTE

National Council for Technical Education

Accredited for diploma programs

AAU

Association of African Universities

Member since 2025

IUCEA

Inter-University Council for East Africa

Recognized member

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