Mbeya University of Science and Technology (MUST) established the Centre for Innovation and Technology Transfer (CITT) in 2019 with a mission of fostering a culture of innovation, facilitate knowledge exchange, and drive sustainable development through cutting-edge technology transfer. The Centre provide objectives, guidelines, procedures, and standards for managing inventions, innovations, entrepreneurship, and technology transfer activities. It promotes idea generation, knowledge creation, technology licensing, intellectual property protection, venture capital and funding, as well as business plan development and growth. CITT is geared towards collaboration with science and businesses by providing various types of support for students and staff, as well as start-ups and scale-ups. The Centre also aims to contribute to Tanzania's social and economic development by providing high-quality supervision and coordination of all inventions, innovation, and entrepreneurship activities. It intends for initiatives that lead to the development of spin-offs and start-ups, thereby contributing to Tanzania's diversification and economic self-sufficiency for present and future generations. 

Recognizing the vital role of research and innovation in national development and the future of upcoming generations, CITT was structured into three key departments: The Department of Innovation and Incubation, the Department of Entrepreneurship, and the Department of Rural Technology Park. The Department of Innovation and Incubation is responsible for collecting, evaluating, incubating, and funding innovative ideas up to the prototype stage. The Department of Entrepreneurship focuses on developing mechanisms for the commercialization of prototypes nurtured within the innovation department. Meanwhile, the Rural Technology Park Department is dedicated to developing technological solutions that support and improve the lives of rural communities. The three departments were strategically established to ensure that research and innovations emerging from the University addresses the real-world and societal challenges in Tanzanian. Thus, In this view, the Centre has the following roles: 

a) To foster creativity by bringing and managing innovative, technological, and entrepreneurship development, 

b) Developing, reviewing and implementing programmes, policies and guidelines in the field of innovation and technology transfer; 

c) Monitoring and evaluating performance of innovation and technology transfer programmes; 

d) Facilitating training and mentoring of inventors and innovators through incubation, seminars, workshops and boot camps; hackathons etc. 

e)Managing project and research activities in liaise with the Directorate of Undergraduate and Postgraduate Studies, Research and Publications; and 

f) Providing consultancy services in Liaise with the University’s Internationalization and Convocation Unit. 

CITT is dedicated to bridge the gap between ground breaking research and real-world applications. As a hub for creativity and technological advancement, we empower researchers, entrepreneurs, and industry partners to transform innovative ideas into impactful solutions. CITT serves as a catalyst for collaboration, connecting academia, industry, and government to accelerate the commercialization of research. By providing resources, mentorship, and strategic partnerships, we help innovators navigate the path from concept to market. Whether you are a scientist, startup founder, or corporate leader, our programs and services are designed to support your journey by turning your visionary ideas into reality and bringing transformative technologies and a comprehensive suite of services tailored to meet the evolving needs of the innovation community to society. CITT always take a pride role as a leader in fostering innovation ecosystems that address global challenges. It offers a comprehensive suite of services tailored to meet the evolving needs of the innovation community. Join us in shaping the future of technology and innovation. Explore our initiatives, engage with our network, and discover how CITT can help you to turn your visionary ideas into reality. Together, we can drive progress, inspire change, and build a smarter, more sustainable world.