About Kwigema Foundation

A registered Tanzanian NGO on a mission to restore hope and empower vulnerable communities through sustainable, community-led development.

Our story

From a community need to a national NGO

Kwigema Foundation was born out of a simple observation: many communities lack affordable, sustainable pathways to improve their own lives. Watching inequality widen and alternatives go missing, our founders came together around one conviction — communities already hold the solutions, they simply need support to unlock them.

On 10 March 2025 we were officially registered as a non-governmental organisation under Tanzania's NGO Act (Cap. 56, 2002), registration number 00NGO/R/8156, with our headquarters in Maganzo Ward, Kishapu District, Shinyanga Region.

We operate under the Ministry of Community Development, Gender, Women, Elderly and Special Groups, aligning our work with Tanzania Development Vision 2050 and the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

2025
Year founded
00NGO/R/8156
Registration no.
Shinyanga
Region, Tanzania

Legal framework

  • NGO Act, Cap. 56 (2002) Kwigema Foundation is registered under Tanzania's Non-Governmental Organisations Act, which provides the legal basis for our operations.
  • Constitution of Tanzania Our work is anchored in Article 20 of the Constitution of the United Republic of Tanzania, upholding community rights and civic participation.
  • SDG alignment Every programme is mapped to the UN Sustainable Development Goals and Tanzania Development Vision 2050.
  • Ministry oversight We operate under the Ministry of Community Development, Gender, Women, Elderly and Special Groups of Tanzania.

Our direction

Vision, mission and objective

Vision

Dira

“Jamii kuwezeshwa kuboresha maisha yake kupitia mbinu mbadala zinazofaa, nafuu na zilizo endelevu.”

Communities empowered to improve their lives through appropriate, affordable and sustainable alternative approaches.

Mission

Dhima

“Kurejesha matumaini kwa jamii zilizo hatarini, hasa zilizokumbwa na umasikini, ukatili, unyanyasaji, magonjwa na majanga ya asili.”

Restoring hope to communities at risk — especially those affected by poverty, violence, abuse, disease and natural disasters.

Main objective

Lengo Kuu

“Kuchochea mabadiliko chanya kwa jamii zisizojiweza kwa kuwapatia mafunzo, mamlaka na ushawishi.”

Stimulating positive change in vulnerable communities by providing training, empowerment and influence.

What we stand for

Our core values

Respect

Heshima

We value every contribution, share knowledge generously, collaborate on shared goals and honour human diversity.

Integrity

Uadilifu

We are honest in all that we do, hold ourselves accountable, keep high professional standards and refuse favouritism.

Service

Huduma

We deliver real results for communities, meet the needs of those we serve and nurture lasting relationships.

Quality

Ubora

We pursue excellence, seek creative solutions, encourage innovation and celebrate what we achieve together.

The People Behind the Work

Our Leadership Team

Dotto Salum

Board Chairperson

Dotto Salum leads the Board of Directors of Kwigema Foundation, providing strategic vision and governance oversight. With deep roots in Kishapu community and a passion for social development, he champions the foundation's mission to restore hope to vulnerable communities.

Faustine Bulugu

Secretary General

Faustine Bulugu serves as the Secretary General of Kwigema Foundation, overseeing the strategic planning and day-to-day coordination of the organization's programs. He is committed to empowering communities through sustainable, affordable, and innovative approaches.

Programs Director

Director of Programs & Projects

The Programs Director leads planning, implementation, and monitoring of all foundation projects and develops project proposals that respond to community needs.

Finance Manager

Finance & Administration Manager

The Finance Manager oversees financial management, budgeting, payments, and internal audit, ensuring transparency and accountability in resource use.

Community Welfare Officer

Community Welfare & Sensitization Officer

The Community Welfare Officer leads community education, sensitization, and social welfare service delivery, engaging communities in development planning.

Culture & Arts Coordinator

Culture, Arts & Sports Coordinator

The Culture & Arts Coordinator organizes cultural festivals, artistic events, music and drama productions, and sports activities that promote community identity and wellbeing.

Governance

Organisational structure

  1. General Assembly Mkutano Mkuu The highest decision-making body — approves policy, budget and major plans, and elects board members.
  2. Board of Directors Bodi ya Wakurugenzi Strategic oversight — supervises implementation and approves policies and agreements.
  3. Secretariat Sekretarieti Day-to-day operations led by the Executive Director, who manages staff and represents the organisation.

Core departments

Programmes & projects Planning, delivery and monitoring across all projects.
Finance & administration Financial management, budgeting, HR and internal audit.
Community welfare Community education, sensitisation and social services.
Culture, arts & sports Cultural events, festivals, arts, music and sport.
Monitoring & evaluation Data collection, monitoring and evaluation across programmes.
ICT & statistics Digital systems, data security and statistical management.
Communications Media, social channels and stakeholder partnerships.

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