We are a Forum for German-Tanzanian Relations in Germany and focus on Communication – Information – Networking – Solidarity – Lobby
Tanzania-Network.de e.V. was founded in 2000 through the initiative of representatives – both Tanzanian and German – of groups and organisations from politics, society and churches, which have long-established contacts with Tanzania. In the Federal Republic of Germany there are between 800 and 1000 initiatives with connections to Tanzania: cities, schools, parishes, companies, universities and mission societies. These diverse groups offer a great potential. Many activities, however, are uncoordinated and thus inefficient, as often the same work is done simultaneously by different groups that do not know one another. Consequently, the representation of interests for Tanzania and its people could often be more effective. Therefore, we aim for an efficient exchange of information and experience, the promotion of regional networking in Germany and Tanzania, the co-ordination of development policy, lobby and advocacy work, the qualified co-operation between groups and institutions and the provision of information through different media and working materials.
Our work is financed by membership fees, donations and funding (Engagement Global, Bread for the World and Misereor).
Who we are?
Have a look at our member organisations or become a member / sponsor of our organisation! Here you can meet our full-time and volunteering team members.
What we Do?
We organise two seminars a year, i.e. workshops, lectures and discussions, on various development policy topics such as gender, sustainability, human rights, etc. The HABARI editorial team also produces a quarterly 70 to 85-page magazine with articles by Tanzanian and German authors on the respective focus topic. In addition to the multi-perspective illumination of debated current issues in Tanzania, a look at Germany is always taken. In addition, the Tanzania Network organises the online format NetTalk, where Tanzanian experts debate a current controversial issue and listeners are invited to ask questions. Last but not least, the organisation carries out educational work on social media.