The United Republic of TanzaniaArdhi Institute Morogoro
Posted On: 12, December 2025
Morogoro, 12 December 2025 — The 44th Graduation Ceremony of Ardhi Institute Morogoro (ARIMO), held today, concluded with a high level of success, showcasing a renewed pace of institutional growth, improved academic quality, and a firm commitment to continuing the production of competent and ethical professionals for the development of the Nation.
Hundreds of parents, relatives, government leaders, land-sector stakeholders, and members of the public attended this important event held on the Institute's grounds. The ceremony was filled with celebrations, joy, hopeful faces, and a sense of accomplishment for the graduates who completed their academic journey.
Guest of Honour Applauds ARIMO’s Leadership and Development Progress
In his speech, Hon. Dr. Leonard G. Akwilapo, Minister for Lands, Housing and Human Settlements Development, who served as the Guest of Honour, congratulated ARIMO for its significant contribution in producing professionals who directly support the land, housing, and urban development sectors in the country.
Dr. Akwilapo emphasized the importance of the young graduates in ensuring that Tanzania acquires experts capable of managing proper land use, planning cities competently, applying modern technologies in surveying, and supporting development that meets the needs of the 21st century.
He also condemned improper land use and urged graduates to uphold their professions with integrity, innovation, accountability, and patriotism.
The Guest of Honour further endorsed the institution’s efforts in implementing the Master Plan for Ardhi Institute Morogoro (2023–2043), which aims to improve infrastructure, increase student enrollment, and expand teaching that integrates modern technology.
He pledged continued collaboration with ARIMO to ensure the availability of modern surveying equipment to enable students to acquire high-quality practical training that meets labour market requirements.
Leaders’ Speeches: Reflecting on the Journey and Highlighting the Next Steps
The graduation ceremony featured speeches from various institutional and government leaders, offering direction, assessment, and renewed hope regarding ARIMO’s future.
In his remarks, the Chairperson of the Advisory Board, Professor Ernest Kihanga, congratulated the Institute Management, lecturers, and staff for their tremendous work in improving curricula, strengthening infrastructure, and increasing teaching resources. He emphasized that ARIMO continues to grow and position itself as a key institution producing experts who contribute significantly to national development.
The Principal of the Institute, Mr. Charles Saguda, outlined the academic direction for the year 2025, highlighting increased enrollment, high pass rates, the use of ICT in teaching, and new collaborations between the Institute and other academic institutions. He added that 2025 has been a year of positive transformation, especially in the areas of innovation, academic advancement, and student services.
The Students’ Union message delivered through ARISO, and presented by the ARISO President, highlighted achievements in improving the learning environment and efforts to address student service challenges. The message also indicated how student participation in academic and social activities has significantly strengthened.
From the government side, greetings from the Morogoro Region, presented by the District Commissioner of Morogoro, Mr. M. Kilakala, commended ARIMO for its role as an important partner in advancing land development, housing, and urban planning agendas in the region and the nation at large. He emphasized that strong cooperation between ARIMO and local governments continues to generate positive outcomes for communities.
Graduates Demonstrate Excellence, Discipline, and Professionalism
In 2025, ARIMO awarded graduates across the levels of Basic Technician Certificate, Technician Certificate, and Diploma in the Institute’s three core fields. Among them:
These numbers reflect a continued increase in experts entering the critical sectors of land management and urban development.
Some graduates received special awards for outstanding performance in academics, leadership, innovation, and excellence in practical training. These awards are a testament to their hard work, discipline, and high ethical standards demonstrated throughout their studies. They affirm that ARIMO continues to produce capable, skilled, and well-oriented professionals who meet both national and international demands.
Memorable Moments: Joy, Pride, and New Beginnings
The 44th Graduation Ceremony created memories that will last for many years. Graduates had the opportunity to take historic photographs with the Guest of Honour, while families, relatives, and friends witnessed these great achievements.
The event garnered extensive media coverage, featuring prominent outlets such as ITV, East Africa Radio, Radio Free Africa, Mwananchi, HabariLeo, Uhuru, Michuzi Blog, Abood Media, Star TV, TBC, and the Ministry of Lands' media team. Several lecturers and students were interviewed on their academic journeys at ARIMO.
Across the campus, emotions of joy, gratitude, pride, and hope for new beginnings in the fields of land, construction, and urban planning were evident.
Conclusion: A New Journey for Graduates, A Renewed Vision for ARIMO
For ARIMO, the 44th Graduation Ceremony is not an ordinary event—it is a symbol of years of effort, commitment, and dedication.
For the graduates, this ceremony marks the beginning of a new chapter—one filled with opportunities, responsibilities, and great expectations for contributing to national development.
The Institute continues to believe that its graduates will apply the knowledge gained in the classroom to real-world national projects, especially in areas such as land management, construction, urban planning, mining, natural resources, transportation, modern technologies, and sustainable environmental management.
