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Democratizing education

for all

Education is every child’s right, equal and inclusive for all

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In proud partnership with

Research Project – Africa

A scientific initiative by Dugga and partners to advance education through digital transformation in underserved schools.

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Purpose

  • 1. Improve learning outcomes and quality in line with the UN Sustainable Development Goals
  • 2.Democratize education and schools for all children

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Researchers

  • Prof. Dr. Richard Wahlund – Stockholm School of Economics
  • Prof. Dr. Marla Royne Stafford – University of Nevada
  • Prof. Dr. Ebba Ossiannilsson – ICDE, ICoBC, Victoria University of Wellington, SAOFDE
  • Ass. Prof. Dr. Janet Johansson – Linköping University
  • Ass. Prof. Dr. Mattias Svahn – Stockholm University
  • Ass. Prof. Dr. Amir Fard – Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
  • Dr. Patrik Nilsson & Dr. Claudia Rademaker

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Partners

  • Microsoft
  • SES
  • Dugga Digital Assessment
  • Educational Board of Moshi
  • Tanzania

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Why It Matters

  • Sub-Saharan Africa raised primary school enrollment from 52% (1990) to 78% (2012), yet major inequalities remain.
  • Children from the poorest households are 4x more likely to be out of school.
  • Rural vs. urban disparities remain high.

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Our Commitment

Education is the most powerful driver of sustainable development. In line with the UN SDG for Quality Education, this project works to:

  • Ensure free primary & secondary schooling for all by 2030
  • Expand affordable vocational training & higher education access
  • Eliminate gender and wealth disparities in education
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The Mnini Community

Mnini is located along the southern slopes of Mt. Kilimanjaro in Moshi District, Tanzania. The area stretches across fertile highlands at altitudes ranging from 980m to 1200m, where the community faces both opportunities and challenges in accessing modern education.

Can we keep a click or expandable form or tooltip or anythin ?(Discuss this section with Janvi before starting) - Geographical details: Uru East Ward, Hai Mashariki Division, Moshi District Council, Kilimanjaro Region. Project area coordinates: 316250E – 319130E (Greenwich Meridian), 9634750N – 9638835N (Equator).

Educational challenges on the slopes of Kilimanjaro

On the slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro lies Mnini Secondary School. Dugga’s co-founders have long supported the community, contributing to water distribution and the rebuilding of the school.

Now, the next step is to transform Mnini into a modern digital school. Together with key partners, Dugga aims to build a coalition of innovative tech partners to create a sustainable digital ecosystem for education.

The project

Dugga is committed to advancing the democratization of quality education worldwide. At the heart of this mission, Mnini Secondary School is set to be transformed into a Modern, Fully Digitalized Showcase School — a model for future-ready learning in Tanzania.

Infrastructure Challenges

⚡ Reliable Power

Installation of solar panels with battery storage to supplement the unreliable electricity grid.

🌍 Internet Access

Deployment of satellite-powered internet and routers to provide stable connectivity.

💻 Devices for Learning

Provision of computer devices to enable digital learning for students and teachers.

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Build by

educators,

backed by

research

Dugga is a secure digital exam platform developed by educators and grounded in academic research. It enhances every stage of the assessment journey, from creation to grading, improving outcomes for students and saving time for teachers

Better grades
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10
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Improve wellbeing
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10
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Knowledge retention
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75
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Time saved
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98
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