Education for Service & Leadership

Tumaini University Makumira (TUMA) , formerly Lutheran Theological College Makumira, is the main campus of Tumaini University Makumira, the university of the Evangilical Lutheran Church in Tanzania (ELCT) established in 1997. We are located in northern Tanzania (East Africa).

 Vision Statement

TUMA wants to reach its goal of being a leading Christ-centred academic institution for needs-driven generation, consumption, propagation and continuation of knowledge and skills for holistic development and well-being of humankind and the environment.

Mission Statement

In achieving its vision, the university will provide education focusing on teaching and learning, innovative and impactful research and public service for sustainable social and economic development.