Transforming education through improved Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) services in Tanzanian schools
Afyaplus was born from a simple yet powerful idea: that no child should miss school because of a lack of clean water, and no girl should have to choose between her dignity and her education. Founded in 2017 by Suzan L. Yumbe, we started as a small community‑based organization in rural Tanzania, driven by volunteers who believed that sustainable change begins at the grassroots.
Today, Afyaplus is a registered non‑governmental organization with a reach that spans multiple regions. We work hand‑in‑hand with schools, local governments, and international partners to build water systems, establish safe pad labs, and deliver comprehensive health education. Our approach is rooted in evidence, guided by community voices, and focused on creating lasting systems change.
We are more than an NGO – we are a movement of people committed to ensuring that every child, especially girls, can grow up healthy, educated, and empowered.
A responsible community where children grow healthy, women are empowered, and the community is free from nutrition, sanitation and hygiene-related diseases.
To cultivate behavior change and build a strong community through the promotion of water sanitation, hygiene services, nutrition and empowerment of adolescents girls and young women through engaging relevant stakeholders.
We approach our work with deep empathy for the communities we serve, especially women and children.
We maintain transparency and accountability in all our operations and relationships.
We develop creative, sustainable solutions to complex WASH and nutrition challenges.
We believe in partnerships with communities, government, and other stakeholders for greater impact.
Through dedicated efforts, we've achieved significant milestones in transforming lives and empowering communities
For schools and communities through sustainable solutions, so children and families live healthier lives.
For adolescent girls and young women through education and safe products, so they gain dignity and equal opportunities.
Through skills and training, so women and youth build resilience and sustainable livelihoods.
For children and mothers through community-based solutions, so families thrive with better health.
Of Afyaplus Organization to ensure long-term sustainability and greater impact.
