About

20+

years of experience

The African Women Aids Working Group (AFRIWAG) is a dedicated National Non-Governmental Organization established in 1994 and officially registered in 1997. Based in Tanga, Tanzania, AFRIWAG has been at the forefront of addressing the challenges faced by vulnerable populations, particularly women, children, youth, and older people. With a mission rooted in compassion, inclusivity, and empowerment, we aim to create sustainable solutions that improve health, education, and social protection for those in need

Our efforts span across 11 councils in the Tanga region, where we collaborate with communities, government entities, and partners to provide integrated health services, educational opportunities, and economic empowerment initiatives. Guided by our core values—community-centered approaches, equality, transparency, and respect—we are committed to ensuring dignity and sustainability for all.

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Community-Centered

Compassion and Respect

Inclusivity and Equality

Transparency and Accountability

Sustainability

Empowerment

Our Viion

AFRIWAG visions seeing all groups of Older People, children, women and youth, regardless of their social, economic status or religious affiliation, accessing quality services of care to enable them to remain healthy and live happily and with dignity.

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Our Mission

AFRIWAG will work with the most vulnerable groups of women, children, youth, and older people through innovative programs of learning and strategically engaging all targeted stakeholders to develop their capacities to realise, advocate and demand for equitable access for quality products and services.

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Main Goal

To empower vulnerable groups to lead dignified, sustainable lives with access to essential services

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Our WorkingArea

AFRIWAG operates in the Tanga region of Tanzania, focusing on empowering vulnerable populations through health, education, social protection, and economic development initiatives. By collaborating with local communities, government authorities, and partners, AFRIWAG ensures equitable access to essential services and fosters sustainable development.