Dr. Sharma Sukon Kaviraj, CEO of the Open University of Mauritius, told Matinal the agreement provides that the two universities collaborate to provide programs, organize seminars in various fields, promote the exchange of teaching staff, research and experience sharing on management.
"Dr. J. Shukuru Kawambwa, Minister of Education and Vocational Training Tanzania, met with the Minister of Higher Education, Rajesh Jeetah, during his visit to Mauritius. It was after this meeting that the two institutions have agreed to collaborate in areas of common interest, including distance education, ICT applications, research and publications, "says Dr. Sukon .
Many facilities are available to students. "The students at post-graduate level of the two institutions wishing to take a short-term program or undertake research in other universities will be supported by the host institution in obtaining accommodation, transport and access at the library. The host institution and at least one supervisor from each university must first accept the program, "emphasized Dr. Sharma Sukon Kaviraj. It indicates that the student must have a special funding to cover the costs of transportation and books and living expenses.