Mara Women Empowerment Assistance (MWEA) is a grassroots NGO registered in Tanzania in 2004, dedicated to empowering women, youth, and communities.
To empower communities through innovative microfinance services, community development projects, and capacity-building initiatives while advocating for gender equality and inclusive economic growth.
Learn MoreA self-sustaining, equitable society where every individual, particularly marginalized groups, can contribute to and benefit from economic growth and environmental conservation.
Learn MoreTransparency, accountability, respect, community focus, responsiveness, effectiveness, efficiency, and reliability guide everything we do.
Learn MoreOur programs address the most pressing needs in the Mara region.
Micro-loans, entrepreneurship training, and SACCOS support to help individuals start and grow small businesses.
Learn MoreScholarships, school supplies, and infrastructure support for underprivileged children from primary to university level.
Learn MoreConstructing water pans and promoting sustainable water resource management for communities in need.
Learn MoreHealth services, HIV/AIDS awareness, food security, and nutrition programs for vulnerable populations.
Learn MoreTree nurseries, beekeeping, poultry farming, and sustainable agriculture initiatives across the Mara region.
Learn MoreRaising awareness on critical social issues, promoting gender equality, and fighting Gender-Based Violence.
Learn MoreReal stories from people whose lives have been transformed.
MWEA changed my life completely. Through their training and support, I started my own tailoring business. I can now support my family and even employ other women in my community.
Tailoring Business Owner, Musoma
MWEA sponsored my education when I had no hope. Now I'm in university studying agriculture. I want to give back and help my community just as MWEA helped me.
University Student, Rorya
We used to walk 5km for water. Now with the water pan MWEA built, we have water for our homes and animals year-round. Our children are healthier and we have more time to work.
Community Member, Shirati
MWEA's agricultural training helped me double my harvest. I now use modern farming techniques and my family has enough food and income to thrive. I'm training other farmers too.
Farmer, MusomaInitiatives creating lasting change in communities across the Mara region.
A 5-year project (2023-2027) funded by the Dutch government, enhancing sustainable water resource management in Tanzania and Kenya.
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Supporting bright but needy students with school fees, supplies, and mentorship to help them complete their education and build a better future.
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Providing skills training in tailoring, agriculture, and small business to create sustainable livelihoods for women and youth.
Learn MoreYour support can help transform more lives in the Mara region. Whether through donations, volunteering, or partnerships, every contribution counts.
