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Who We Are

Who We Are
About Us

A society free from poverty and vulnerability.

The Don Bosco Networks Tanzania is the technical backbone of the Salesian mission, dedicated to promoting quality, efficiency, and sustainability in community development across the country. The organisation focuses on improving social, educational, and economic conditions for vulnerable populations, particularly youth.

  • Education
  • Youth Animation
  • Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVC)
  • Agriculture
  • Employment Orientation

Primary intervention areas include education (primary, secondary, TVET), youth animation programmes, support for orphans and vulnerable children, agriculture, and employment services. Cross-cutting themes integrated throughout initiatives encompass environmental sustainability, gender equity, social inclusion for persons with disabilities, human rights, good governance, and digitalisation.

The organisation collaborates with local and international donors, emphasising community participation from project inception through execution. This approach has established trust with donors and communities.

Our Mission: Creating partnerships to develop and manage empowerment programmes that impact positively the lives of the underprivileged Teenagers and Youth of Tanzania.

Our Team

The People Behind Our Work

Fr. Boniphace Mchami

Fr. Boniphace Mchami

Executive Director
Cassian Bilikwija

Cassian Bilikwija

Program Manager
Alfred Dalasia

Alfred Dalasia

Program Officer
Isack Thomas

Isack Thomas

Program Officer
Oswald Manyerere

Oswald Manyerere

Resource Mobilization Officer / JSO
Diana Mwita

Diana Mwita

Job Services Officer / HR
Gideon Rwegerera

Gideon Rwegerera

Accountant
Joseph Ngomite

Joseph Ngomite

Project Officer
Our Impact

Our Work

11

Projects

5

Areas of Intervention

65

Our Partners

13

Our Network in Tanzania

Testimonials

What People Say

John M. — Dar es Salaam
Josephine- Arusha
Michael R

“DBTZ has been a valuable platform for connecting professionals and creating opportunities for meaningful collaboration. The information and support provided have helped me grow both professionally and personally.””

John M. — Dar es Salaam

Vocational Training Graduate

“My experience with DBTZ has been excellent. The organization provides a professional environment where members can learn, connect, and access opportunities that make a real difference”

Josephine- Arusha

Parent of a Supported Child

“DBTZ stands out because of its commitment to building a strong professional community. Through its programs and networking opportunities, I have gained valuable knowledge and connections that continue to benefit my career.”

Michael R

Local Partner Organisation