Projects funded in 2014

We have provided funds towards 3 projects organised by the Britain Tanzania Society.

Miungo Water project

1) £5300 to complete the Miungo water project in the Mtwara region.

Digging Trench for the pipeline at Miungo water project, funded by African Palms, selling palm crosses — Digging Trench for the pipeline

The project was completed in 2014.
The water project has been a big success! On a recent visit villagers told us how it had changed their lives. The headmaster of the local school told us how it had made a big difference to children’s education because children were now able to attend school instead of having to go and collect water.
In 2015 funds were provided to extend the pipeline to Chipinpinbi.

Local children at water point pipeline at Chipinpinbi project funded by African Palms selling palm crosses — Local children at one of the water points

carrying at water a much shorter distante point pipeline at Chipinpinbi project funded-by African Palms-selling palm crosses — Carrying the water a much shorter distance!

another at water a much shorter distante point pipeline at Chipinpinbi project funded-by African Palms-selling palm crosses — Another water point

Matongo Dispensary

2) £7000 towards the Matongo Dispensary project in the Mara Region.

Completed and water supply completed in 2014.

building work Matongo dispensary project in the Mara region, project funded by African Palms selling palm crosses — Building work for a dispensary

Borehole to provide water fo Matongo dispensary project in the Mara region, project funded by African Palms selling palm crosses — Borehole to provide water for dispensary

Completed and water supply completed in 2014.

FGM safehouse in the Mara region

3) £11,000 to complete the fundraising for the FGM safehouse in the Mara region.

FMG safehouse in the Mara region, project funded by African Palms, selling palm crosses — Safehouse near completion October 2014

The safe house was completed in 2014 in time for the cutting season’ and 134 girls were saved. A vocational training centre was given the African Palms name.”

Outside FMG safehouse in the Mara region, project funded by African Palms, selling palm crosses — Outside the safehouse

Inside the vocational training centre FMG safehouse in the Mara region, project funded by African Palms, selling palm crosses — Inside the vocational training centre

More projects:

Empowering Marumba: Milling and Hulling Machine for the Community

In February 2022, a donation of £1,700 was made to fund the purchase of a community maize milling machine and hulling machine for the village of Marumba. This initiative is part of a broader project launched in 2022 to provide dehulling and milling machinery along with the necessary infrastructure to support its operation. Addressing a […]

Providing Clean Water for Mkonona Secondary School: Water Pump Project

In August 2022, a donation of £3,005 was made through the Tanzania Development Trust to install a water pump at the newly built Mkonona Secondary School. This project builds on the success of the Marumba Project, which has already transformed lives in the region. Many of the students at Mkonona Secondary School come from Marumba, […]

Lighting the Way: Solar Power for Mkonona Secondary School

In February 2023, a donation of £3,200 was made through the Tanzania Development Trust to bring solar power to Mkonona Secondary School. Built in 2022 as part of the Marumba Project, the school is situated near Marumba and serves as a beacon of hope and education for the local community. Addressing Energy Challenges Like many […]

Safeguarding St Mary’s at Mile Sita: Sisters’ Hostel Wall Project

In December 2023, a donation of £4,100 was made to fund the construction of a security wall around St Mary’s Sisters’ Hostel at Mile Sita, one of our previously funded projects. This initiative aims to enhance safeguarding and security for the residents and ensure the continued safety of the community. Why This Project Matters The […]

Empowering Communities with Milling Machines in Kyerwa District

In April 2024, a donation of £3,331.04 was made to support a transformative initiative in Kyerwa District, Tanzania. This project, implemented by KYEDEO (Kyerwa Development Organization), focuses on improving local livelihoods and nutrition through the establishment of a milling operation. Project Objectives and Activities This initiative is designed to empower farmers, enhance food security, and […]

Bringing Clean Water to Ndwika School: A Lifesaving Initiative

In August 2024, £8,000 was donated towards a water project at Ndwika School in partnership with the Tanzania Development Trust (TDT). This initiative covered the drilling operation costs for a borehole, addressing a critical need for clean and accessible water at the historic school. A Historic School’s New Chapter Ndwika School, established as an Anglican […]

Transforming Lives with the Mtandi Water Project

In September 2024, £9,000 was donated to fund the construction of a borehole as part of the Mtandi Water Project. This initiative, deeply connected to the Revd Talbot and his wife Shirley, will bring clean water and sanitation to over 9,848 people in the Mtandi community. Impact on Schools and the Community The project will […]

Empowering Healthcare: Water Supply for Mdughuyu Community Dispensary

In November 2024, £2,801.89 was donated via the Tanzania Development Trust to fund a vital project for the Mdughuyu Community Dispensary—a critical healthcare facility that serves over 3,224 residents in Mdughuyu Village, Tanzania. The Challenge: A Dispensary Without Water The Mdughuyu Dispensary has long been a lifeline for the community, but its ability to fully […]

Miungo Water project

Matongo Dispensary

FGM safehouse in the Mara region

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