On November 4, 2025, Nishimwe Gaudence, RP-Musanze College Lecturer in the Agricultural Engineering Department, received a prestigious research grant from the National Council for Science and Technology (NCST). Her groundbreaking project, “AI and IoT‑Enhanced Dairy Farming in Rwanda and Malawi: Smart Cooling, Spoilage Prediction, Prevention, and Data‑Driven Logistics,” represents a bold step toward transforming agricultural practices through technology and innovation.

Dr. Nishimwe’s work was formally recognized during the Rwanda Innovation Survey 2022–2024, held at the Kigali Convention Centre. This recognition highlights the importance of integrating artificial intelligence and Internet of Things solutions into dairy farming, addressing challenges of spoilage, efficiency, and logistics while promoting sustainable agricultural development across Rwanda and Malawi.

The achievement reflects RP‑Musanze College’s commitment to advancing research that has tangible impact on communities and industries. It also underscores the role of our lecturers in driving innovation, shaping future solutions, and inspiring students to embrace science and technology as tools for progress.

Written by Eric Nshimiyimana | Public Relations & Comms Officer | RP Musanze College

On November 4, 2025, Nishimwe Gaudence, RP-Musanze College Lecturer in the Agricultural Engineering Department, received a prestigious research grant from the National Council for Science and Technology (NCST). Her groundbreaking project, “AI and IoT‑Enhanced Dairy Farming in Rwanda and Malawi: Smart Cooling, Spoilage Prediction, Prevention, and Data‑Driven Logistics,” represents a bold step toward transforming agricultural practices through technology and innovation.

Dr. Nishimwe’s work was formally recognized during the Rwanda Innovation Survey 2022–2024, held at the Kigali Convention Centre. This recognition highlights the importance of integrating artificial intelligence and Internet of Things solutions into dairy farming, addressing challenges of spoilage, efficiency, and logistics while promoting sustainable agricultural development across Rwanda and Malawi.

The achievement reflects RP‑Musanze College’s commitment to advancing research that has tangible impact on communities and industries. It also underscores the role of our lecturers in driving innovation, shaping future solutions, and inspiring students to embrace science and technology as tools for progress.

Written by Eric Nshimiyimana | Public Relations & Comms Officer | RP Musanze College