CARE Tanzania is a Non-Governmental Organization established in 1994 and registered under Non -Governmental Organization Act, No. 24 of 2002 with a registration number I-NGO/R1/00869. CARE commenced its works in Tanzania in 1994 responding to the influx of refugees in North-West Tanzania because of the genocide crisis in Rwanda.
We
save lives,
defeat poverty,
and fight for people especially women and girls.
Rosetha, a mother of three from Mufindi, Iringa, once earned less than TZS 250,000 per month from her tea farm and had little say in household decisions. Today, her life and marriage have transformed. So, what changed?
Read MoreThis story shows how Tumia Dawa Vizuri—a Village Savings and Loan Association (VSLA) group that has transformed from a small community savings group into a powerful engine of economic growth, and agricultural innovation. Their story is not just about agriculture or savings. It is about power, pride, and possibility.
Read MoreAfter losing two community members in a single day due to elephant attacks, Machemba village was left traumatized and uncertain. But in December 2024, the creation of Upendo VSLA group brought a turning point. Supported by CARE Tanzania and GIZ, this group of 19 members is investing in low-risk ventures like fish farming and eggs selling. Their story is one of deep resilience — proving that even after loss, communities can heal, adapt, and thrive when given the right tools and collective support
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