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In different occasions, the President of Tanzania and that of the revolutionary government of Zanzibar have emphasized the importance of Blue Economy in socio-economic development. Inspired by their statements, and noting the reports from previous studies, we argue that sustainable Blue Economy can be achieved through effective utilization of Information and Communication Technology (ICT). This work investigated the contribution of ICT in sustaining the Tanzania Blue Economy. To this end, we have extensively reviewed the curricula of the selected Tanzanian Higher Learning Institutions (HLIs) to investigate ICT programs in such institutions. Results show that approximately 29% of the 24 selected universities lack ICT programs, and the remaining universities contain an inadequate number of ICT programs. This observation further suggests a need to reform the curricula for HLIs by incorporating more ICT programs, especially those directly linked with Blue Economy. In addition, researchers should be encouraged and supported to undertake ICT multidisciplinary research focusing on maximizing the potential benefits of marine and fresh waters while preserving the environment. Our work opens interesting research opportunities on the application of ICT as enabler to foster and sustain Blue Economy. We have established possible research directions in machine learning, data science, and electronics for researchers to seize and advance Blue Economy.
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One that results in improved human well-being and social equity, while significantly reducing environmental risks and ecological scarcities. It is low carbon, resource efficient, and socially inclusive (UNEP, 2011).
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Abdalla, A.T., Ibwe, K., Maiseli, B., Muhamed, D., Alawi, M. (2023). Towards ICT-Driven Tanzania Blue Economy: The Role of Higher Learning Institutions in Supporting the Agenda. In: Saeed, R.A., Bakari, A.D., Sheikh, Y.H. (eds) Towards new e-Infrastructure and e-Services for Developing Countries. AFRICOMM 2022. Lecture Notes of the Institute for Computer Sciences, Social Informatics and Telecommunications Engineering, vol 499. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-34896-9_30
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