Through its member organization SMCCT, the Tanzania Rural Development Forum (TRDF) is showcasing practical, community-driven initiatives that economically empower women and youth in rural Tanzania. In Ihanja Village, Ihanja Ward, Ikungi District – Singida Region, women and young people are actively engaged in income-generating activities, including beekeeping, rice farming, and sunflower cultivation. These initiatives aim […]

The Tanzania Rural Development Forum (TRDF) took part in the launch of three Accountability Reports prepared by WAJIBU – Institute of Public Accountability in collaboration with Policy Forum, held in Dodoma. The reports cover the following themes:📘 Budget Oversight, Corruption Indicators, Embezzlement and Fraud📘Investment in the Public Sector and Business📘 Delivery of Social Services The

TRDF had the honor to participate in a high-level meeting convened by the Tanzania Human Rights Defenders Coalition (THRDC) on July 22, 2025, to validate a national report assessing the impact of the USAID grant suspension on Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in Tanzania. Key Findings:• Over 85% of CSOs in Tanzania rely heavily on foreign

The Tanzania Rural Development Forum (TRDF) is proud to be part of the drafting process for the National Development Vision 2050, which sets a new course for inclusive and sustainable development in Tanzania. Our Executive Director, Nuru Maro, was among the contributors to the Vision and attended the official launch held on July 17, 2025,

As part of our regional carbon credit capacity-building journey, the Tanzania Rural Development Forum (TRDF) participated in an inspiring field visit to the Kasigau REDD+ Project by Wildlife Works—a pioneering, community-led initiative that protects over 200,000 hectares of forest in Kenya. On the ground, we witnessed what justice in carbon finance truly looks like:• Free,

Tanzania Rural Development Forum(TRDF) was proud to be part of the one-week Carbon Credit Training in Mombasa, Kenya-strengthening our capacity to unlock climate finance for rural development in Tanzania! With support from Global Affairs Canada, Alinea International, and Oxfam Consulting, and hosted by the Defenders Coalition Kenya, this regional training convened African Climate Justice Defenders

It was an honour for our Executive Director, Nuru Maro, to be part of the remarkable team that contributed to drafting and localizing Tanzania’s Vision 2050 and the Long-Term Perspective Plan. As the Tanzania Rural Development Forum (TRDF), we are proud to have actively participated in a powerful dialogue during CSO Week 2025 — exploring

Tanzania Rural Development Forum (TRDF) is proud to join changemakers from across the nation at #CSOWeek2025 in Arusha, from June 2-6! Together, we’re exploring Pathways to Progress and championing inclusive, sustainable development for all Tanzanians.

Rooted in the resilience of our rural communities, the Tanzania Rural Development Forum (TRDF) proudly participated in the African Climate Summit preparatory meeting held on 15 and 16 May 2025 in Addis Ababa. The meeting was organized by the Pan African Climate Justice Alliance (PACJA), CARE International, and the Consortium for Climate Change in Ethiopia.

The Tanzania Rural Development Forum (TRDF) was honored to contribute to the development of recommendations for a fair and inclusive tax structure, presented to the Parliamentary Budget Committee at Bunge on 14 May 2025. TRDF continues to advocate for equitable resource mobilization that supports rural investment and sustainable, people-centered development. Key Highlights of TRDF’s Recommendations: