2006/2007 - University of Swaziland

UNISWA RESEARCH CENTRE (URC)Prof. M.P. DlaminiDirector - URCVISIONTechnological advancement and sustainable developmentthrough excellence in research.MISSIONThe UNISWA Research Centre serves as the focal pointfor research at the University. It facilitates the coordination,strengthening, promotion, generation, accumulationand dissemination of knowledge and informationthrough research, thereby promoting economic growthand development and socio-cultural values.OBJECTIVESThe objectives of the URC are to:Promote meaningful research at UNISWA by revitalisingthe research culture and liaising with relevantorgans;Harmonise teaching and research activities, andintroduce incentives that are conducive to the effectiveutilisation of the available competencies andcapabilities;Strengthen staffing and upgrade facilities at theResearch Centre to become the University’s focalpoint for identifying, prioritising and coordinatingresearch, and compiling and disseminating researchinformation;Strengthen the technical base for research and itsrelevance through technical support, training andavailability of key literature.Formulate, review, implement and monitor policiesand procedures for processing research proposalsfor funding;Liaise with the National Research Council ofSwaziland and establish links with other researchinstitutions in and outside the country to strengthenand diversify research agenda;Accommodate the diversity in research and encourageproblem-specific and creative research toaddress UNISWA’s academic requirements andnational and regional needs;Dr. W. Kaundawith Prof. O.T.Edje after theworkshop onMedicinal andFood Plants.81REPORT OF THE VICE-CHANCELLOR 2006-2007