Tanzania

Northern Tanzania Water Crisis

In rural communities in northern Tanzania, thousands of families and schoolchildren lack reliable access to clean water, putting health, nutrition, and education at risk.

Your gift today can help provide clean, sustainable water that transforms schools and strengthens entire communities.

Clean water is essential to health, education, and long-term development, yet remains out of reach for many rural Tanzanian communities.

of Tanzania's population lacks access to safe water
%
lack hygiene services
% of schools
have no water service
% of schools

Response in Tanzania

International Relief Teams is helping bring clean, reliable water directly to schools and families by working hand in hand with local communities. Before building a well, our partners on the ground connect with community leaders and parents to understand daily challenges and long-term needs. Once installed, each well provides safe water for drinking, cooking, handwashing, and sanitation. This reduces illness and helps children stay healthy and focused in school. Access to water also supports school gardens, increasing nutritious meals and strengthening food security for the entire community.

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