Dodoma, Tanzania, 28 July 2025: Amref Health Africa in Tanzania has received a generous donation of TZS 100 million (approximately USD 38,500) from NBC Bank during the recently held NBC Marathon in Dodoma. The funds will support autism-focused health interventions, specifically the training of healthcare providers in Amref-supported regions across Tanzania.
The NBC Marathon brought together hundreds of participants from across the country, providing a platform not only to promote physical wellbeing but also to drive social impact through inclusive health programming.
The donation will enable Amref to strengthen frontline health services by equipping healthcare workers with the skills needed to identify, manage, and support children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). This aligns with Amref’s mission to deliver equitable, inclusive, and community-led healthcare solutions, leaving no one behind.
Speaking at the event, Dr Florence Temu, Country Director, Amref Health Africa in Tanzania, commended NBC Bank’s ongoing partnership and commitment:
“This support from NBC is a milestone in our efforts to strengthen autism care in Tanzania. Training health workers is a critical step toward early diagnosis and comprehensive care for children with autism,” said Dr Temu. “We commend NBC for its continued investment in the health and dignity of our communities.”
NBC Bank’s contribution underscores its broader commitment to corporate social responsibility and improving the lives of vulnerable groups through strategic partnerships in health and development.
Amref Health Africa in Tanzania remains dedicated to working alongside the Government, civil society organisations, and the private sector to ensure no child is left behind, especially those living with autism and other developmental challenges.
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About Amref Health Africa in Tanzania
Amref Health Africa Tanzania (Amref Tanzania) is a locally registered non-governmental organization under the Non-Governmental Organizations Act No. 24 of 2002, holding registration number ooNGO/R1/00318. Amref Health Africa Tanzania was established as a fully-fledged country office since 1987. Historically, Amref Health Africa Tanzania was established as one of the country offices of an Africa-wide organization, Amref Health Africa that has been in existence since 1957 and actively engaged in addressing medical and surgical services, including community outreach interventions as well as related research studies, as Flying doctors Service of East Africa. Presently, Amref Tanzania is a locally led entity with its country-based leadership and Board of Governance.
For over 35 years, we have been at the forefront of public health initiatives in Tanzania, collaborating with the Ministry of Health, the President’s Office Regional Administration and Local Government (PORALG), the Ministry of Community Development, Gender, Women, and Special Groups, as well as other key ministries across both Tanzania Mainland and Zanzibar. Our community-based approaches empower underserved areas, strengthen connections between communities and formal health systems, promote healthy behaviors, prevent diseases, and enhance the skills of healthcare workers. We are guided by our core values of integrity, quality, ubuntu, accountability, and collaboration, which shape our culture and actions.
Amref Tanzania currently implements projects and programs across regions on the mainland and in Zanzibar. Our strategy for 2023-2030 is centered on universal health coverage, addressing the climate crisis and its impact on health, navigating demographic transitions, ensuring public health security, and embracing data and technology transformation.
Our programs prioritize community-led, people-centered health interventions aimed at achieving sustainable primary healthcare while addressing both immediate health needs and underlying social determinants.
Learn more about Amref Health Africa through www.amref.org