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As it is our custom, Networking Day is a special day that welcomes actuarial science freshers to ASSAUD. It’s a day that people have an opportunity to interact with each other and also giving students an opportunity to interact with Alumni sharing with them experience and views not only about Actuarial science but also with some other issues about life and opportunities in general. Actuarial Networking Day 2019. On 30th November 2019, we had our Networking Event. The massive celebration featured ASSAUD members, Alumni and fellow Actuarial students from IFM, at South Beach Kigamboni, Dar es Salaam. All of us came together to share knowledge and experience about the current actuarial perspective in Tanzania. ASSAUD'President, Head of Academics and Head of Finance (Right to Left) We incorporated sports and games such as beach soccer, cards and swimming to make the event more fun and enhance interaction. This fun part was all about refreshing, making room for students to ...

In recent years, we've experienced new ways to gain insight from data through Data Science. We are able to understand and analyze actual phenomena through the use of techniques and theories drawn from many fields within the context of Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science and Information Science. A question arises, Is Data Science related to Actuarial Science? And if so, How? Follow up this interview to understand more! An interview with Sylvera Justine, Data Analyst in Tanzania . 1. What is Data Science? "According to Wikipedia, Data Science is a multidisciplinary field that uses scientific methods, processes and algorithms to extract useful information, patterns, insights from data. Data Science has become a well sought skill with someone required to have mathematics, statistics, business acumen, analytical and programming skills. It is among the highest paying jobs  as ranked by Glassdoor in America." 2. Tell us about your journey to become a ...

Actuarial Science Class of 2019 at Mlimani City Conference Hall during the Graduation Ceremony ASSAUD Excom, together with all ASSAUD members take this opportunity to congratulate and wish you, our brothers and sisters, Actuarial Class of 2019 for archiving your degree this year. There is nothing more beautiful than finding your course as you believe you bob aimlessly in the current. Wouldn’t you know that your path was there all along, waiting for you to knock, waiting for you to become. This path does not belong to your parents, your teachers, your leaders, or your lovers. Your path is your character defining itself more and more everyday like a photograph coming into focus. Be Bold, Be Courageous, Be your Best. ASSAUD EXCOM 2019/2020

Elizur Wright (born on 12 February 1804), an American mathematician and abolitionist is described as the father of Life insurance as he campaigned that life insurance companies must keep reserves and provide surrender values. Elizur Wright (1883) Graduated from Yale university in 1826, he spent his early life being a Mathematics and Natural philosophy professor. Apart from his love for mathematics, he believed that slavery was immoral and ineffective and should immediately be abolished. Along with other like-minded individuals, Wright founded the American Anti-Slavery Society in 1833 with the aim of espousing immediate abolition of slavery. The organization later on began to fall apart due to ideological differences among members. Wright eventually became estranged from the abolitionist movement due to lack of support and became interested in life insurance as a mathematical study. As a matter of facts Wright read “the best works on life insurance.. with the same ardor which ...

Our trip to Kenya  Hello guys, It is my hope that, all of you, have been doing well.  I am glad and thankful that we are back home safe, from the 7th Actuarial Convention and Innovation Challenge held at Strathmore University, Kenya. Our journey started on June, 9th in a group of 7 ASSAUD members and been there for 6 days, specifically for the event.  The event was successful, full of contents and inspiring. I wish, all of us could have attended the event because, It's something no one could have wish to miss it. But that shouldn't bother us, as I  believe that, to the best of our knowledge, we, who were able to participate in the event, can share what we were able to learn and experience, for the betterment of our profession in the country. I would like to encourage all of you to engage yourselves in product design, research papers and try to create solutions to various challenges that our industry face. We should aim to expand our opportunities, ...

Actuarial Students from UDSM and IFM brings you the ASSAUD Documentary 2019. It aims to provide a brief understanding and knowledge about actuarial science and all the related fields which are stil not understood by the majority. Enjoy!

We are delighted to announce that our ASSAUD  blog  has been listed among the Top 40 Actuarial blogs and websites in the world for the second consecutive time The badge (award)  This is to imply that ASSAUD has been active in discussing issues related to Actuarial in the world. The award is recognized by feedspot, and for this year ASSAUD blog is ranked at position no.33 As our motto states 'creating Actuarial Aspirants ' we are happy for the recognition and looking forward to improve in related issues. To see the full list please  click here . ASSAUD 'Creating actuarial aspirants'

On 24th May 2019, ASSAUD conducted its general election for the 2019-2020 term. Students who felt capable for various positions applied and campaign on how they could be suitable for their upcoming posts. The candidates contested for seven positions covering different departments of ASSAUD. The election was conducted in a democratic manner with each member of the association casting a vote on one of the candidates. ASSAUD New EXCOM 2019/2020. One of the most interesting things that happened on the ASSAUD General election is this ballot paper from one of the members who is undoubtedly a die hard fan of Chrissmann who contested with Salvatore in the Presidential position. The paper read 'Chrissman asiposhinda najiua' that implies a fan will commit suicide if Chrissman lose. Unfortunately Chrissman lost the battle to Salvatory but thankfully, we do not have any information of a person who has committed suicide so far. The table below summarizes the profile of the...

Today ASSAUD celebrate Union day through Actuarial bonanza. It hosted a football match between second year students and a combination of first and third years students. Othuman Chuji holding 4 fingers to troll 2nd years Before the game there were throw of words with each side claiming it's going to win. The end result witnessed a big shock to second years students after being stunned with 4-0 with boys from first and third year showing a solid and entertaining game. First goal came in just in the opening mins with one two passes between Chuji (Othman) and the unknown guy who put the ball into the net. A blunder made by second year goals keeper cost the team. Meja Sabi who was man of the match with 100% pass completion score two goals and played a great role in linking up the team during attacks. Man of the match Meja Sabi.  Another goal was scored by Sam Popeye with solo efforts. 2nd year super star Javan Watson missed the game due to unknown reasons, ...

INTRODUCTION    Actuarial day is an annual event which act as a platform for dialogue between Actuarial Science Students, Actuarial alumni, Insurance companies, Social Security schemes, financial services providers and other Risk management stakeholders. The companies and organizations attending will present on how actuarial services contribute to effective management and what job opportunities a holder of an Actuarial Science degree can expect to find with those companies.  Actuarial students will also have a chance to present to the risk management stakeholders on different products that will be prepared for the event day. The aim is to find a way to exploit the possible mutual benefits, in terms of career and employment, between Actuarial Science students and the Risk Management stakeholders. The event will be held on 4 th  May, 2019  at Nkurumah hall (University of Dar es Salaam) . It will be having two sessions, the day session and the nigh...