Connecting students to global sponsors

We’re bridging the gap between underserved students and changemakers all over the world.

Connecting students to global sponsors

We’re bridging the gap between underserved students and changemakers all over the world.

Connecting students to global sponsors

We’re bridging the gap between underserved students and changemakers all over the world.

We are a nonprofit started by
Tanzanians for Tanzanians

Upendo Kwanza was created by Tanzanian professionals who want to uplift students living in rural areas in Tanzania.

We empower youth by removing barriers in their academic journeys

Harnessing our global network, we fundraise to sponsor underprivileged students through school and bridge the gap between students and those who want to help.
operations manager talking with 5 students

We empower youth by removing barriers in their academic journeys

Harnessing our global network, we fundraise to sponsor underprivileged students through school and bridge the gap between students and those who want to help.
operations manager talking with 5 students
Amplify our impact
Your donations directly support:

Books

We equip students with essential textbooks for academic success.

Learning Materials

We ensure every child has what they need to learn.

Training

We support teachers’ professional development.

We empower youth by removing barriers in their academic journeys

Harnessing our global network, we fundraise to sponsor underprivileged students through school and bridge the gap between students and those who want to help.
operations manager talking with 5 students

Amplify our impact

Your donations directly support:

Books
School supplies
Training

We equip students with essential textbooks for academic success

 We ensure every child has what they need to learn.

We support teachers’ professional development.

young students holding his new school uniform, shoes and supplies
Our vision

A future where every student has equal access to quality education

We believe that all students should have the opportunity to pursue their dreams, regardless of their economic background.

Our mission

We provide students with the educational resources to reach their full potential

Upendo Kwanza was created to help students in rural Tanzania have access to the resources and support they need to complete their education.

Group of students holding their new textbooks

Our Vision

A future where every student has equal access to quality education

We believe that all students should have the opportunity to pursue their dreams, regardless of their economic background.

young students holding his new school uniform, shoes and supplies
young students holding his new school uniform, shoes and supplies

Our mission

We provide students with the educational resources to reach their full potential

Upendo Kwanza was created to help students in rural Tanzania have access to the resources and support they need to complete their education.

Group of students holding their new textbooks
Group of students holding their new textbooks

Our values

Empowerment

We believe in equipping the youth with knowledge and skills to shape their own futures.

Collaboration

We bring together communities, educators, volunteers, and donors to create a united force for change.

Compassion

We approach every challenge with empathy, seeking to understand and meet the needs of the students and communities we serve.

Our values

Empowerment

We believe in equipping the youth with knowledge and skills to shape their own futures.

Collaboration

We bring together communities, educators, volunteers, and donors to create a united force for change.

Compassion

We approach every challenge with empathy, seeking to understand and meet the needs of the students and communities we serve.

Meet our team

A headshot of Gerald Daud wearing white t-shirt with Upendo kwanza logo

Gerald Daud

Operations Manager

Gerald oversees all of Upendo Kwanza’s operations, ensuring the smooth execution of its mission.

Our board

A headshot of Cecilia Kadeha

Cecilia Kadeha, PhD ​

Cecilia is a Transport Engineer/Specialist at The World Bank.

A headshot of Festo Mjogolo

Festo Mjogolo, PE, RSP

Festo is a Transportation Engineer and a Road Safety Professional at Osiris 9 Consulting.

A headshot of Jaqueline Masaki

Jaqueline Masaki, PhD

Jaqueline is a professor of Civil and Transport Engineering at the University of Dar es Salaam.

Meet our team

A headshot of Gerald Daud wearing white t-shirt with Upendo kwanza logo

Gerald Daud

Operations Manager

Gerald oversees all of Upendo Kwanza’s operations, ensuring the smooth execution of its mission.

Our board

A headshot of Cecilia Kadeha

Cecilia Kadeha, PhD

Cecilia is a Transport Engineer/Specialist at The World Bank.

A headshot of Festo Mjogolo

Festo Mjogolo, PE, RSP

Festo is a Transportation Engineer and a Road Safety Professional at Osiris 9 Consulting.

A headshot of Jaqueline Masaki

Jaqueline Masaki, PhD

Jaqueline is a professor of Civil and Transport Engineering at the University of Dar es Salaam.

Our volunteers

Marketing

Elitha Nkwera, Social Media Manager

Daniel Enos, Content Creator

Nick White, Marketing Strategist

Rajabu Mpamwa, Digital Marketing

Programs

Hannah Wandwi, Project Coordinator

Happiness Wandwi, Outreach Coordinator

Web experience

Einas Elamin, UX Researcher & Designer

Jair Oballe,  UX Designer & Reseacher

Paschalia Nsato, UX Designer & Content Strategist

Waleed Kambagha, Front-end Engineer

Digital Experiences Team

Einas Elamin, UX Researcher & Designer

Elitha Nkwera, Social Media Manager

Jair Oballe, UX Designer & Researcher

Kate O’Brien, UX Writer

Nick White, Marketing Strategist

Paschalia Nsato, UX Strategy & Design

Walid Kambagha, Front-end Engineer

Outreach Team

Hannah Wandwi, Project Coordinator

Happiness Wandwi, Outreach Coordinator

Ready to join us in making a difference?

Whether you are in Tanzania or anywhere else in the world, you can make a impact by volunteering your time and expertise.