Afya Plus with funding support from the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) through the Ambassador’s Fund for HIV/AIDS Relief (AFHR) implemented a one-year Economic Empowerment Initiative tailored for People Living with HIV (PLHIV)- called “JIPANGE” project in Bukombe district council -Geita. “JIPANGE” is a Swahili word that means ‘Organize’ for impactful change.
“JIPANGE” project was a significant undertaking by Afya Plus which aimed at addressing the multifaceted challenges faced by HIV Services recipients in Bukombe DC. Established in 2016 as a local affiliate to IntraHealth International, Afya Plus is dedicated to contributing to highquality and equitable health systems, delivering people-centered health services through evidence-based interventions. The overarching vision of Afya Plus is to create a community with equitable access to quality health services, achieved through collaborative efforts with the Government of Tanzania, local communities, and various stakeholders. Afya Plus has become a game-changer in improving access to quality integrated health services across the country through its innovative stakeholder engagement and partnership model. The organization leverages its extensive experience in working through existing Government structures and systems, coupled with a commitment to data-driven decision-making processes.