Mkenda urges scientists to test, not dismiss, traditional herbs
The minister for Education, Science and Technology, Prof Adolf Mkenda, launches Next Generation Sequencing at Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences (Muhas) in Dar es Salaam yesterday. On his right is Muhas Vice Chancellor, Prof Appolinary Kamuhabwa. PHOTO | COURTESY
Dar es Salaam. Medical researchers have been challenged to unlock the country's vast wealth of traditional medicinal knowledge through rigorous scientific research, a move experts say could expand treatment options, strengthen the healthcare system and accelerate the country's journey towards universal health coverage (UHC).
The call was made by the minister for Education, Science and Technology, Prof Adolf Mkenda, while officially opening the three-day 14th MUHAS Scientific Conference yesterday.
