Together in health and hope
Together in health and hope
Welcome to Dashir-Kikwe Health Centre!
“Together in health and hope” reflects our desire to build a global family in support of our Tanzanian brothers and sisters. The COVID-19 tourism pause has provided us with a unique opportunity to go forward with our vision of improving the healthcare in our rural community of Kikwe.
So, read on to learn more. And check out our Facebook page for regular updates.
Karibu sana! You are very welcome!
Darryl & Shirley Peters (aka “Dashir”)
Canadians in love with Africa
2023-24 Campaign
Expanding HOPE!
Join us in Expanding HOPE! as we fill the gap with vital primary healthcare services in our Kikwe community.
We Believe:
1. Together we can make a difference.
2. Compassionate healthcare, accessible to all.
3. Everyone deserves to be treated with dignity.
Access to quality health care is a rare treat in Africa.
99%
of worldwide maternal deaths are in the developing world. (WHO 2014a)
43/1,000
Tanzania’s infant mortality rate (2016), one of the highest in the world.
50%
of Tanzanian young women are pregnant by age 19. (2010)
YOU
Can help shape the future of health in Tanzania. Learn More today!
Dashir-Kikwe Health Centre Project – 3 Phases
Birthed on December 2, 2021, after a 9-month (full-term) build!
Outpatient Clinic – Open!
Provides medical day services – regular and RCH: Reproductive Child Health: pre-post natal, child immunizations, family planning).
Target Opening: 2024-2025
Expanded Services
Simple Maternity with Ultrasound, Dental and Optical, and Community Education.
Target Opening: 2026-27
Maternity Centre
Healthy newborns and moms. This facility will offer complete maternity services, including C-sections.