Blog Posts
Giving is strong. Programs are expanding and personnel are encouraged. The 2023 Annual Report will show innovation and entrepreneurialism among KARUCO students and staff as well as the rippling effects into the communities of Karagwe. Join ETI on the upcoming visit to Tanzania starting January 19.
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The entire Karagwe community joins ETI, BE Design (architects) and ELPELA Construction in their excitement to stand up the pineapple juice processing plant. The land has been cleared for construction. Take a look at the “significance” of this large stump and don’t miss the comparative size of the implements in the hands of the laborers…
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ETI and KAD can hardly wait to resume their annual summit and conference in January. The purposes of the visit are to: tour and provide updates on all ETI and KAD projects. The week of strategic planning sessions will focus primarily on expanding successes, operational plans, construction and next steps. ETI is eager to see all…
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ElgoodnessCivil and NCI Engineering submitted bids that were approved by our Tanzanian partner – the Karagwe Diocese (KAD). Elgoodness and NCI were selected as the builder and engineering firms to help construct the pineapple juice processing plant of the Rural Opportunity Center (ROC). Conversations are taking place regarding the machinery needed, raw crop needed, water…
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Educate Tanzania Inc (ETI), EVS Engineering, Karagwe Diocese (KAD) and RESCO Solar teamed up to design, fund and install the KARUCO Solar Array and Battery Storage System. The system is connected to the grid, end-user training is complete, and negotiations took place to sell back power to the utility. The array is comprised of 62…
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The Micro-Enterprise Loan (MEL) Program was implemented in late 2022. KARUCO graduates applied to receive small business loans to start businesses in Karagwe that promote and sustain economic development, gender equity and fair business practices. Five graduates received loans to start up businesses in: 1) Sunflower Production; 2) Beef Fattening; 3) Pig Production; 4) Rice…
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In 2010, there was a grassy hill. In 2023 there is a 1000-acre campus with an academic zone, dormitories, computer and science labs, farm plots, a solar array with battery storage and more. The 115 graduates of KARUCO have gained from their practical knowledge that goes beyond the classroom into practice. The Micro-Enterprise Loan (MEL)…
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There are 1.8 million nonprofits in the U.S. Educate Tanzania is in the top 1%. See what our supporters have to say ~ be inspired. CLICK HERE to be inspired by ETI’s 100+ donors and supporters or share what you have to say.
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Leann Breed has been a strong advocate for ETI since its inception in 2010. After years of support, Leann was elected unanimously to the ETI Board in March of 2022, filling a vacancy left by the passing of her husband, Mel. Both Leann and Mel were deeply connected with the people of Tanzania for nearly…
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