CATALYSING
We work with governments and stakeholders to drive
change and improve the quality of lives across Africa.
Our Approach
We convene and partner with diverse stakeholders to champion bold ideas, empower communities, and inspire sustainable solutions—driven by research, innovation, and collaboration in health, skills and agriculture.
Latest News
Roverlabs 3D Prints the Next Solution to Orthopaedic Care in Tanzania
In 1983, the world's first 3D-printed object was a small, black plastic eyewash cup. More than four decades later,...
Empowering Students Through Environmental Conservation, Healthy Living and Active Learning
Students at St. Anthony Secondary School learned, played and explored environmental protection, ocean conservation and...
Young Emerging Creatives Told: Own Your Art, Shape Your Future
Dar es Salaam training empowers emerging artists, designers, and storytellers to protect their ideas and turn their...
Little Jakaya and the Distance to Health Care in Remote Tabora Village
In Dr Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete’s arms is a little boy who carries his name, Jakaya, and whose arrival tells a moving...
FORMER PRESIDENT KIKWETE MEETS UN SECRETARY-GENERAL ANTONIO GUTTERES IN NEW YORK
Former President of the United Republic of Tanzania, H.E. Dr Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete, has met and held discussions with...
Dr Kikwete visits remote villages of Ipembe in Sikonge District and Gengesita in Uyui District in Tabora Region
The Settlor and Chairman of the JMKF Board of Trustees, Dr Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete, inspects the Jamii Salama antenatal...
Photos: Dr Kikwete Inspects JMKF Health Facilities in Remote Villages in Uyui and Sikonge Districts in Tabora Region
The Settlor and Chairman of the JMKF Board of Trustees, former President Dr Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete, recently undertook...
Kikwete Presents Africa Water Investment Report at United Nations Meeting in NewYork
Former President of the United Republic of Tanzania, Dr Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete, has participated in the High-Level...
Dr Kikwete Salutes South Korea for Backing Global Education
Former President Dr Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete recently held high-level talks with senior South Korean government...
Key Focus Areas

Health
The Foundation’s key health programs involves Reproductive, Maternal, New-born, Child and Adolescent Health, and Nutrition.

Skills
The skills for employment programs promotes equal access to affordable technical, vocational, and higher education for young people.

Agriculture
We strive to ensure a transformed agriculture that lifts people from poverty for inclusive growth and sustainable development.
Featured
Projects
Kijana Leo: Our Flagship Program
A Swahili TV show empowering Tanzanian youth through entrepreneurship and social innovation. Features young changemakers driving development.
Mobile ANC: Jamii Salama Project
Delivers mobile antenatal care to underserved Tanzanian communities, including malaria/HIV testing, anemia treatment, and health support.
Blue Oceans: Save Our Seas
A multimedia campaign fighting plastic pollution in Tanzania through 3D animations and documentaries. Inspires youth action, advocacy, and ocean protection.




















