- Women and Girls Leadership
Beyond the Demonstration Plot: How Bariki is putting Climate-Smart Agriculture into practice
Bariki Kagine harvested about 70 bags of potatoes per acre using conventional methods. His harvests increased after applying climate-smart practices on his own farm. Now a Lead Farmer, he trains others on his own plot and plans to use the practices on a bigger farm.
Read MoreBouncing Back with Feathers and Faith: Mary Samweli’s Journey
In Mihama village, Mary Samweli is known as Mama Kuku. A chance sighting of an oversized chicken at Kishapu market launched her poultry business idea. When she lost her savings, she rebuilt with tomatoes, fresh chicks and irrigation. Today she mentors 18 poultry farmers. “The future is still bright,” she says
Read MoreThe Six Women Who Brought Spice Processing to Kwemashai
In the remote village of Kwemashai T, six women turned a simple idea into the community's first spice-processing enterprise. Despite limited capital, community skepticism, and the challenge of building trust with customers, Nitunze Spices has grown into a recognized local brand.
Read MorePili Makau’s Cashew Farming Journey: Sustaining Impact Beyond Projects
Pili Makau is a cashew farmer who participated in the Innovating Cashew Value Chain Project (July 2021 – June 2025). By applying Good Agricultural Practices, joining DUGA Agricultural Marketing Cooperative Societies (AMCOS) in Mkinga, and accessing reliable markets through Biotan Group ltd., she increased her cashew production and income.
Read MoreWaste into Wealth: Young Women Leading Change in Unguja
In Unguja, thirteen young women of the Bluwudi Youth Savings and Loan Association are redefining opportunity by transforming discarded tires into handcrafted coffee tables. Through training from the Ujana Wangu, Tunu Yangu project, they are earning income, supporting their families, and turning waste into wealth for their community.
Read MoreMale Champions Transforms Social Norms in Iringa
This story highlights how CARE Tanzania’s Male Champions model in Iringa is helping communities transform traditional social norms. Through training provided by CARE, the Police Gender Desk, and community welfare officers, selected men in the community including Mr. John Msigwa who learned the importance of shared household responsibilities, respectful relationships, and equality for women and gir
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