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When Small Savings Built a Warehouse
By Edward Charles • January 14, 2026
Waste into Wealth: Young Women Leading Change in Unguja
By Wendyline Malawa • January 20, 2026
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“Now He Listens to Me”: Rosetha’s Journey to Equality and Economic Power
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 MoreTumia Dawa Vizuri: From Small Savings to Transformational Investment
This 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 MoreUpendo VSLA: Rebuilding Livelihoods and Resilience in the Face of Elephant Conflict
After 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 a
Read MoreA Bicycle Mechanic’s Story
Ramadhani Kingu is a bicycle mechanic and farmer from Iguguno, Singida, known for his resilience despite a lifelong disability. After joining a CARE-supported VSLA group, he has strengthened his farming, embraced savings and shared planning with his wife, and continues to build a more stable future for his family
Read MoreBridging Knowledge and Markets: SADIFU Project Empowers Farmers Through Farmer Field Days
From 13th to 15th May 2025, the SADIFU project conducted a series of impactful Farmer Field Days (FFDs) across four villages in the districts of Kilolo, Iringa, and Wanging’ombe. These events aimed to connect farmers with key agricultural stakeholders—offtakers, seed companies, and government extension officers—to promote learning, innovation, and stronger market linkages at the grassroots level.
Read MoreAngelika Kitime’s Journey to Economic Independence
Angelika Kitime, a widow and mother of eight from Iringa, turned hardship into opportunity after joining CARE Tanzania’s Farmer Field and Business School project. Through improved farming, savings, and small businesses, she rebuilt her livelihood and secured a more stable future for her family.
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