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Kinnapa Development Programme

Empowering pastoralist and marginalized communities across Tanzania through education, land rights, climate resilience, WASH initiatives, and sustainable development programmes.

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"For over three decades, KINNAPA has had a profound effect in combating poverty. By offering essential services and resources, the organization has made a tangible difference in the lives of countless individuals and families. With a focus on agriculture, healthcare, education, and economic empowerment, KINNAPA has addressed the diverse needs of those they serve, making a lasting impact in the fight against poverty."

Our Vision

Improved Quality of Life for Pastoralists, Small scale farmers and Hunter-Gatherers in Mainland Tanzania.

Our Mission

Contribute to the Improvement of Quality of Life for Pastoralists and Small scale farmers while Ensuring Community Participation in Development Projects, Gender Balance, Accountability, Tanzania's National Interests, and Sustainable Resource Management.


Who Are We?

KINNAPA Development Programme is a non-profit organization established in the 1990s by residents from six villages in Kiteto district. The organization's primary objective is to assist pastoralists and peasants who are struggling with land encroachment issues...

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OUR IMPACT

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Adult Education Centers

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Early Childhood Development Centres

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Hectares of Grazing Land Secured

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Mothers Reached with Health Education

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Women in Leadership

News & Updates

Tourism for Rural Development Small Grants Initiative

UN Tourism To Support Maasai Cultural Program in Kiteto District Of Manyara.

KINNAPA partners with UN Tourism and TUI Care Foundation to launch the Maasai Cultural Programme in Kiteto.

04 March 2026

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Empowering Media to Champion Girls’ Education and Combat GBV in Manyara

Empowering Media to Champion Girls’ Education and Combat GBV in Manyara

KINNAPA, with Malala Fund support, united 40 media professionals and officials in Manyara to advocate

1 July 2025

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KINNAPA Champions Inclusive Land Use at National Forum in Arusha

KINNAPA Champions Inclusive Land Use at National Forum in Arusha

KINNAPA played a pivotal role at the National Forum in Arusha, advocating for inclusive land use.

25 June 2025

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JUKWAA LA UZIDUAJI 2025.

JUKWAA LA UZIDUAJI 2025: Shaping the Future of Tanzania’s Extractive Sector

From June 17–19, KINNAPA joined national stakeholders from Tanzania’s extractive sector.

18 June 2025

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Youth Land Rights

ACCELERATION OF YOUTH LAND RIGHTS: HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE CIGOFA4 CONFERENCE.

KINNAPA had two representatives who contributed valuable insights on the topic.

25 October 2024

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Joint Village Land Use Planning

PARTICIPATORY JOINT VILLAGE LAND USE PLANNING (PJVLUP) IN KILOSA DISTRICT COUNCIL.

Participatory Joint Village Land Use Planning.

25 October 2024

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Resources & Publications

Download official reports, newsletters, and programme documents

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Quarter Three Report

July – September 2025 progress summary covering key programme outcomes.

📅 2025 📁 Report
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Quarter Two Report

April – June 2025 programme highlights and implementation updates.

📅 2025 📁 Report
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Quarter One Report

January – March 2025 programme performance and field activities.

📅 2025 📁 Report

Our Media

Recent Media
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Our Partners

"Our Mission is to support Girls and improve the lives of Pastoralist Communities. We partner with Organizations that share our goal of making a positive difference, working together towards a brighter future for all."

Water to Thrive
Malala Fund
ILRI
CARE
Bernard van Leer Foundation
ActionAid
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Success Stories

Success Stories

Join Hands with Us

Meet KINNAPA DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME, a Pioneering force that's been championing the cause of education for Girls and promoting sustainable living among pastoralist communities. Our journey began with a simple yet powerful idea: Every girl deserves access to quality education, regardless of her background or circumstances. Today, we've made tremendous progress, with thousands of girls enrolled in our programmes and hundreds of families benefiting from our community development initiatives. But we know there's still much work to be done. Join us as we continue to push boundaries, challenge norms, and create a brighter future for all.

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