The Beginning of Solidarity Forever’s Journey The “Solidarity Forever” group began their journey with a shared desire for change. They, like many others, faced the harsh realities of unemployment and the challenges that came with relying on unstable sources of income. When they joined the SET program, a partnership between Restless Development and Swiss Contact, …
Challenges Facing Young People in Ifakara In Ifakara, many young people face significant barriers to securing stable sources of income. The majority rely on seasonal farming activities such as paddy farming and fishing, which often fail to provide consistent earnings year-round. This financial instability makes it difficult for the youth to achieve long-term financial growth …
Empowering Young Mothers to Build Sustainable Livelihoods In many communities, teenage pregnancy remains a significant barrier to economic independence and education for young women. Without financial stability or access to resources, many young mothers find themselves trapped in cycles of dependency and poverty. Limited educational opportunities, lack of financial support and societal stigma often make …
A Landmark Agreement for Youth Empowerment Dodoma, Tanzania – A new chapter in youth empowerment has been written today as Restless Development and the Prime Minister’s Office – Labour, Youth, Employment and Persons with Disability (PMO-LYED) officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the ministry’s offices in Dodoma. This landmark agreement solidifies a long-standing …
At Restless Development Tanzania, we believe in the power of young people to transform their communities and shape a better future. But we can’t do it alone. Your support is essential to help us train, mentor, and empower the current and next generation of changemakers. By donating, you’re not just funding a program—you’re investing in …
Powerful and Promising Futures For Young Tanzanian Leaders In a world where the voices of young people are more influential than ever, this story highlights the incredible journey of 450 young leaders in Tanzania who are shaping the future. Representing 18 youth-focused organizations across the country, these change-makers are challenging societal barriers and driving transformative …
How Abubakar Defied the Odds and Transformed His Community Abubakar Matumla, a young leader from Kibaha District, Tanzania, began his lifelong learning journey amidst the challenges of accessing education due to his family’s financial constraints. Despite these difficulties, his parents’ unwavering determination inspired him to pursue his studies, instilling in him values of courage and …
Celebrating a Year of Youth Leadership and Innovation: Restless Development Tanzania Annual Report 2022/2023 2023 has been a wild ride of resilience, creativity, and teamwork. We’re super excited to share our wins and the amazing impact we’ve made together, championing young people across Tanzania. Key Highlights 1. Youth-Led Initiatives:Our youth-led initiatives have been at the …
We are unleashing the potential of young people as champions of development across Tanzania. Our strategy for 2022-2030 aims to catalyze significant change through youth leadership in key impact areas identified by our community. Our Vision By 2030, we envision 250,000 young Tanzanians stepping up into leadership roles, driving sustainable change within their communities. This …
CO-CREATE – Climate Action Partnership for Education (CAPE), an innovative initiative aimed at transforming education and advancing climate action in Tanzania. CO-CREATE, which stands for Collaborative Opportunities for Climate Resilience, Empowerment, and Transformation through Education, is a pioneering consortium supported by USAID and FCDO. At its core, CO-CREATE seeks to develop and implement a scalable …
