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Every Voice for Water Creates a Ripple of Change

On June 22nd, 2026, Youth Environmental Justice and Gender Equality (YOGE), with support from IUCN’s BRIDGE Women Leadership Grants and in partnership with TAMCODE, embarked into a Media and Storytelling Awareness Campaign under the Voices for Water initiative across the Ruvuma Basin, in Tanzania. By capturing the lived experiences of women and youth, the campaign […]

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YOGE Urges Clean Energy and Livestock Control in Ruvuma

Authorities in the Ruvuma Region have been urged to accelerate the promotion of clean and affordable alternative energy—including coal‑based technologies—and to support community‑driven waste management enterprises as part of efforts to reduce deforestation and curb pollution. The call was made by the Youth Environmental Justice and Gender Equality (YOGE) during the Regional Policy Summit in

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Curtain Raiser Press Statement – June 2026

YOGE to Convene a Region Policy Summit on Inclusive Freshwater Governance in Ruvuma, Tanzania” The Youth Environmental Justice and Gender Equality (YOGE), with support from IUCNs BRIDGEWomen Leadership Grants, will on June 25 th , 2026 convene a one‑day Region PolicySummit on Inclusive Water Governance in Ruvuma Basin, Tanzania. The objective of the summit is

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Curtain Raiser Press Statement – June 2026

YOGE to conduct Media and Storytelling Awareness Campaign to advance Inclusive Water Governance in Ruvuma Basin, Tanzania.” The Youth Environmental Justice and Gender Equality (YOGE), with support from IUCNs BRIDGE Women Leadership Grants, will on June 22nd, 23rd & 24th, 2026 embark in a media and storytelling awareness campaign to advance inclusive water governance and

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United Against GBV: Coalition Impact Across Tanzania

The MKUKI coalition is driving real change in Tanzania by uniting civil society organizations, activists, and community leaders to fight gender‑based violence (GBV). Through joint advocacy and coordination, the coalition has influenced political parties to establish gender desks, ensured women leaders are included in council meetings, and strengthened accountability in GBV response. Regional branches in

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British High Commission and Thomson Foundation Empower Journalists on Climate Reporting

On May 22, 2026, the Tanzania Media for Community Development (TAMCODE) joined a hybrid session organized by the OPM and the Thomson Foundation, an initiative aimed at strengthening climate change reporting in Tanzania. Speaking during the session, Dr. Mona Mwakalinga, Dean of the Institute of Journalism and Mass Communication at the University of Dar es

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Voices for Water: Championing Inclusive Freshwater Governance in Ruvuma Basin

On February 19, 2026, Youth Environmental Justice and Gender Equality (YOGE), withsupport from the IUCN BRIDGE Women Leadership Grants, launched the InclusiveFreshwater Governance for Sustainable Communities Project, widely known as “Voices forWater.”The sixmonth initiative, implemented in Songea and Mbinga districts, seeks to strengthengenderresponsive governance of freshwater resources while promoting conservation across theRuvuma Basin. Partners include

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Impact Summary – Rukwa & Katavi Project

Project Title: Leveraging Community Radios and Digital Platforms to Promote Intangible Cultural Heritage in Katavi and Rukwa Regions, Tanzania Organization: Tanzania Media for Community Development (TAMCODE) Key Achievements Contribution to Culture-Related TVET The project strengthened culture-related TVET by raising awareness on how traditional knowledge, arts, and heritage can drive entrepreneurship, income generation, and sustainable energy

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Arusha Runs for Press Freedom as WPFD 2026 Activities Kick Off

The streets of Arusha came alive with energy and purpose as journalists, media practitioners, and stakeholders took part in a vibrant fun run to kick off activities for World Press Freedom Day 2026. Journalists joined colleagues from across the country in the #MediaFunRun, transforming the city into a moving symbol of solidarity, visibility, and commitment

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