Maternal and Child Health, Advocacy | 18 Feb 2026
Doris Mollel Foundation and WHO Tanzania Forge Partnership to Advance Maternal and Newborn Health
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The Doris Mollel Foundation (DMF) and the World Health Organization (WHO) Tanzania are pleased to announce a strategic partnership aimed at accelerating national health priorities across the country.
The collaboration focuses on maternal and newborn care, prematurity prevention, and Early Childhood Development, areas central to giving every child the best possible start in life.
By combining WHO's global technical leadership with DMF's local implementation capacity, the partnership works toward a future where every child has the chance to survive and thrive. Together, the two organizations are committed to strengthening health systems and advancing Universal Health Coverage in Tanzania.
DMF extends its sincere thanks to Dr. Alex Gasasira, WHO Country Representative, and the entire WHO Tanzania team for their shared commitment to improving maternal and newborn health across the country.
Both organizations look forward to the lasting impact this collaboration will create for families and communities throughout Tanzania.
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