News & Stories

Updates from the field, event highlights, and stories of impact from our programs.

TIKA and WORF Inaugurate Women’s Circular Economy Empowerment Project

WORF officially inaugurated the Economic Women Empowerment through Circular Economy Activities Project in partnership with TIKA. The event brought together senior government representatives, development partners, women waste workers, young people and community leaders to demonstrate how recycling can create dignified and sustainable livelihoods.

September 7, 2026 · 30 views

Environmental Actions

Climate and Sustainable Finance Project Engages More Than 800 Young People

With support from the Africa-Europe Foundation, WORF engaged more than 800 young people in climate finance dialogues, educational workshops, environmental campaigns and practical community activities. The project also connected Tanzanian participants with young people from Europe for cross-border learning.

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Environmental Actions

Baseline Study Reveals Economic Challenges Facing Women in Waste Management

WORF surveyed 130 women in Makangarawe to understand their incomes, working conditions, skills and access to markets. The findings revealed significant unemployment, financial-literacy gaps and unsafe working conditions, helping WORF design a programme based on the women’s actual needs.

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Project

WORF Trains 158 Young People in Entrepreneurship and Digital Skills

Through the Going Beyond Project, implemented with Sheria kiganjani and DOT Tanzania and funded by the Mastercard Foundation, WORF trained 158 young people in entrepreneurship and digital skills. WORF received a Certificate of Appreciation in recognition of its contribution.

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Project

50 Women Trained to Transform Glass Waste into Marketable Products

The Women in Recycling Foundation (WORF) successfully implemented a two-month glass upcycling programme in Makangarawe, Dar es Salaam, supporting 50 women to transform discarded glass into useful and marketable decorative products.

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Project

WORF Launches Women in Green Tech Innovation Programme with Women Win

WORF secured a two-year partnership with Women Win through the FREE STEM Fund to equip 100 girls and young women aged 15–30 with skills in coding, software development, digital innovation and entrepreneurship. Participants will develop digital solutions addressing waste management and circular economy challenges.

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