We are CMSR-TZ, an organization dedicated to community development in Tanzania. We collaborate with partners both locally and internationally to support underprivileged populations, particularly those in rural areas.
Our focus is on empowering community members, especially women and girls, who are the most at-risk groups. We aim to provide access to essential services such as health, education, water and sanitation, agriculture services, and HIV/AIDS as a cross-cutting component.
To ensure that community development activities are conducted by the entire community to guarantee ownership and sustainability.
CMSR-TZ operates in all over the country in Tanzania Mainlaind works in partnership with local and international organizations, and the government to support the local communities especially the most at risk population in implementing of development activities to achieve poverty allevation.
Active initiatives driving reciprocal development across Tanzania.
Partnered with CUAMM, and COPE to improve emergency obstetric and newborn services in 9 health facilities.
Approach: Participatory mentorship, On-the-Job Training (OJT), and joint monthly supervision with MoH and TAMISEMI.
Reducing absenteeism among school girls through peer-to-peer training and WASH infrastructure improvements.
Impact: Preventing Reproductive Tract Infections (RTIs) and improving academic performance for at-risk girls.
Collaborating with the Archdiocese of Mbeya and CMSR Italy (supported by CEI) to establish a sustainable education center.
Direct: 360 Students & 16 Teachers
Indirect: 1,800 Family Members
Distance education support for students facing financial hardship. Includes school fees, materials, and moral support from Italian donors.
Economic empowerment of women through tailoring high-quality Kitenge products, sold internationally in Livorno, Italy.
This project is sponsored by the Italian bishops' conference (Conferenza Episcopale Italiana - CEI). It is a social project that aims to
Direct: About 865 families of Rulenge ward
Indirect: About 2595 people from different locations
Our core strategies focus on Health, Education, and Agriculture to ensure holistic growth.
We align healthcare services with the expectations of target populations to improve life expectancy.
Putting the community first through integrity and excellence.
We put community first and organization before ourselves. We are dedicated to the Vision and mission, and we delight ourselves in our commitment to the needs of our target population.
In making decisions and implementing all activities, CMSR-Tanzania management will observe transparency, teamwork, participation, reliability and answerability.
Listening to and respecting each other whilst working together to achieve mutually beneficial results. Providing support to one another and respecting one another’s views.
Collaborating with CSOs, NGOs, Local and Central Governments, the private sector, and faith-based organizations to deliver best practices in community development.
Always doing what we plan, we strive for quality. Our motto is “Quality before Quantity delights the target population, even staying within budget limitations.”
Guided by Vision 2025 and NSGRP, we address infrastructure and logistical weaknesses to provide equitable, quality, and affordable basic healthcare.
Education is key to long-term poverty reduction. We focus on gender similarity and equity across Dodoma Region.
Infrastructure: Classrooms, sanitation, and fuel-saving stoves.
Support: School fees for vulnerable secondary pupils.
Targeting Most-At-Risk Populations (MARPs) through advocacy and education.
Utilizing Radio spots (Radio Kanda ya Kati, Dodoma FM) with culturally sensitive messages for Tanzanian youth.
Using concerts and cultural performances to exchange information about reproductive health and safe lifestyles.
Organizing debates to address RH rights, unplanned pregnancy, and early marriage risks in rural areas.
Eliminating malnutrition through the 2016–2026 Decade of Action on Nutrition.
We train village-based lead farmers on health nutrition and best-bet techniques to boost crop productivity and household security.
Focus: Nutrient-dense foods rich in vitamins and minerals, specifically targeting women and youth.
Scaling horticultural production using power tillers and solar-powered water systems in semi-arid and sub-humid areas.
Visual stories of our impact across Tanzania.
Health Outreach Programs
Education Support
Community Mobilisation
Agricultural Development
Download our annual and financial reports to learn more about our impact and transparency.
Your contribution helps us empower communities across Tanzania.
Your generous support enables us to continue our vital work in health, education, agriculture, and community development across Tanzania.
Bank Name: NBC LTD
Account Name: CMSR-TANZANIA
Account Number: 029103000672
Currency: Tshs.
Swift Code: NLBCTZTX
Bank Name: NBC LTD
Account Name: CMSR-TANZANIA
Account Number: 029108000091
Currency: EURO
Swift Code: NLBCTZTX
For donation inquiries, please contact us at:
cmsr@cmsrtz.co.tz | +255 692 710 481
Strengthening communication, collaboration, and cooperation with local and international partners.
CMSR-Tanzania carries out its mission through working together with key partners for sustainable community development initiatives. This partnership is possible through close collaboration with the Central Government, District Councils, Municipal and City Councils, Public institutions, NGOs, private sectors, and the community.
We believe partnership is a key concept that should be pursued at all levels, occurring in both productive and socioeconomic sectors.
The benefits of our partnership approach ensure:
NSSF Building, Dodoma City, Tanzania
Email: cmsr@cmsrtz.co.tz
Phone: +255 692 710 481
Landline: +255 262 324 149