TAMELASA
Tanzania Medical Laboratory Students’ Association
Empowering medical laboratory students for professional excellence and community impact at Kampala International University in Tanzania
Health Laboratory Visits
Enhancing practical exposure through national lab visits
Community Health Events
Promoting health through malaria screening and blood drives
Professional Development
Fostering research and skill-building for students
Student Collaboration
Connecting with medical laboratory communities globally
Meet Our President
To Be Announced
President
The president of TAMELASA-KIUT leads with a commitment to advancing medical laboratory science, fostering professional development, and driving impactful community health initiatives.
About TAMELASA
The Tanzania Medical Laboratory Students’ Association (TAMELASA), established on January 14, 2009, is a nationally run non-profit organization comprising medical laboratory students from various medical schools across Tanzania. TAMELASA formally established an arm at Kampala International University in Tanzania (KIUT) on September 20, 2014.
Our members are passionate about medicine and making positive changes in our society and the global community at large. TAMELASA-KIUT aims to inspire, innovate, and motivate medical laboratory students to excel in their profession and contribute to national health services.
Membership is open to medical laboratory students of all levels, who can apply by filling out a registration form and receiving a membership identity card.
Vision
To spearhead and advocate best practices of the Medical Laboratory Science profession and national health services in Tanzania to the global landscape.
Mission
To inspire, innovate, and motivate research studies, create professional development opportunities, and act as a representative voice for Tanzanian medical laboratory students.
Our Core Pillars
TAMELASA is built on four fundamental pillars that guide our mission and activities
Student Representation
Establish forums to discuss and address challenges in health laboratory services
Outreach
Promote health laboratory standards and professional ethics among students
Collaboration
Facilitate communication with regional and international medical laboratory communities
Professional Development
Motivate students to engage in research, idea exchange, and publications
Leadership Team
Meet the dedicated leaders who guide TAMELASA-KIUT toward excellence and community impact
To Be Announced
President
Amina Juma
Vice President
John Kweka
General Secretary
Fatima Mushi
Treasurer
Our Activities
Key initiatives and accomplishments since our inception
National Health Laboratory Visit
Visited the National Health Laboratory in Dar es Salaam to enhance practical exposure.
Malaria Screening Event
Participated in World Malaria Day 2018 screening event in Chanika, Dar es Salaam.
Blood Donation Events
Prepared and coordinated blood donation events on university grounds.
Graduation Ceremony
Organized the first graduation ceremony, celebrating member achievements with certificates.
Contact Us
Reach out to us for membership inquiries or support
TAMELASA-KIUT
Contact: Reach out through the KIUT administration office
Membership: Medical laboratory students can apply via registration form
TAMELASA
Tanzania Medical Laboratory Students’ Association
Kampala International University in Tanzania | Established September 20, 2014