WHO WE ARE

Wezesha Heartland Tanzania (WHT)

Wezesha Heartland Tanzania (WHT) is a registered Non-Governmental Organization in Tanzania, established in 2021. WHT is committed to transforming the lives of orphans and vulnerable children (OVC) through holistic care, education, protection, and empowerment.

Our Vision

"A Tanzania where every child thrives, dreams freely, and reaches their God-given potential."

Our Mission

"To transform the lives of orphans and vulnerable children across Tanzania through holistic care, education, and empowerment for sustainable independence."

Meet Our Founder

CPA Esther Abayo - Executive Director & Founder

CPA Esther Abayo - Founder
"I founded this organization out of a deep conviction that every child deserves love, protection, and an opportunity to grow in dignity and hope. Our work focuses on providing holistic care for orphans and vulnerable children by addressing their physical, emotional, educational, and social needs within a family-like environment."
"Through collaboration with families, communities, donors and authorities, we strive to restore hope, promote reintegration where possible, and empower children to become responsible and self-reliant members of society."

CPA Esther Abayo

Executive Director & Founder
Wezesha Heartland Tanzania (WHT)

WEZESHA CHILDREN'S HOME RELOCATION PROJECT

URGENT NEED FOR CONSTRUCTION OF CHILDREN'S HOMES

URGENT PRIORITY

Whereas the home has been accommodated in a rental house which the owner (landlord) wishes to reuse, there is an urgent need to relocate the children to another home where there won't be further disruptions which among others affects the psycho social development of the affected children because they have to change not only the environment but also social connections.

Implementation Timeline (24 Months)
Phase 1-2 (2026) Planning, Site Preparation & Construction
Phase 3-5 (2027) Relocation & Full Operations
Expected Results
Safe, secure, and sustainable housing facilities for our children
Holistic child care ensuring health, education, and emotional support
Food security and practical skills development
Long-term sustainability through income-generating activities

Project Budget

USD $165,000

Exchange rate: 2400 TZS per USD

Budget Breakdown
Site Preparation & Construction $104,000 (63%)
Sustainability & Livestock $13,000 (7.9%)
Education & Health Support $19,800 (12%)
Management & Contingency $12,025 (7.3%)
Location

Region: Ruvuma Region
District: Songea District
Ward: Madaba Ward
Village: Ndelenyuma Village

Duration

24 Months (2026-2027)

How Can You Help?

Support Our Critical Children's Home Relocation Project

Our children's home urgently needs to relocate to provide a stable, safe environment for our current 20 children, while constructing facilities that will enable us to expand and serve more than 100 children in the future. We're seeking USD $165,000 to build permanent residential homes, administration buildings, educational spaces, and sustainable infrastructure.

Your contribution to our emergency relocation fund will not only ensure our current children don't face further disruptions to their education and emotional development, but also creates the foundation for expanding our capacity to serve and transform the lives of many more vulnerable children across Tanzania.

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Emergency Construction Fund

Contribute to our USD $165,000 emergency fund to build permanent residential homes, administration facilities, and educational spaces. Your donation directly funds the construction materials, labor, and infrastructure needed for our children's relocation, creating capacity to serve more than 100 children in the future.

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Project Impact & Timeline

Our 24-month relocation project will transform lives through permanent housing, education facilities, and sustainable infrastructure. Every contribution brings us closer to providing stable homes for our 20 children while building capacity to serve more than 100 vulnerable children in the future.

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Why Orphanages Are Critical in Tanzania

Every day in Tanzania, countless children face circumstances that leave them without parental care, protection, or hope. Orphanages like Wezesha Children's Home are not just shelters—they are lifelines that provide safety, education, healthcare, and the family environment these vulnerable children desperately need. Here are the urgent causes that make our work essential.

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Orphanhood & Loss of Parental Care

  • Challenge Parental Loss & Neglect
  • Impact Vulnerable Children

In Tanzania, thousands of children lose parents due to illness, accidents, or abandonment, leaving them without family protection. Without orphanages, these children face homelessness, exploitation, and trauma. Wezesha Children's Home provides a family-like residential environment where children receive holistic care, protection, and individualized support plans tailored to each child's unique needs—ensuring they don't fall through the cracks.

Supporting Children20 Children Currently Cared For
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Extreme Poverty Breaking Families Apart

  • Challenge Economic Hardship
  • Impact Family Breakdown

Extreme poverty in Tanzania forces families to make impossible choices—many cannot afford food, shelter, education, or healthcare for their children. When families break down due to economic hardship, children become vulnerable to exploitation, child labor, and abandonment. Orphanages like Wezesha provide essential shelter, nutritious meals, clothing, and healthcare that families cannot afford, breaking the cycle of poverty and giving children opportunities their families couldn't provide.

Empowering ChildrenBuilding Economic Ability
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Limited Access to Quality Education

  • Challenge Educational Barriers
  • Impact Future Opportunities

In Tanzania, vulnerable children often miss out on education due to unaffordable school fees, lack of textbooks, or unstable home environments that prevent consistent learning. Without education, these children face limited futures. Orphanages ensure every child's right to education by providing school fees, educational materials, IT equipment, vocational training, and a stable environment that supports learning—empowering children to build their future economic ability and break free from cycles of poverty.

Education AccessTextbooks, IT Equipment & Vocational Training
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Health Challenges & Medical Care

  • Challenge Untreated Illnesses
  • Impact Child Well-being

Vulnerable children in Tanzania frequently suffer from untreated illnesses, malnutrition, and severe emotional trauma without access to healthcare. Many families cannot afford medical treatment, leading to preventable suffering and long-term health issues. Orphanages provide essential healthcare services including quarterly health check-ups, medical funds, nutrition programs, and psychosocial support through visiting counselors—ensuring children receive the comprehensive health and emotional care they need to thrive and develop properly.

Health ServicesQuarterly Check-ups & Psychosocial Support
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The Wezesha Gallery

See the faces of the children whose lives you can transform through your generous support. Our gallery showcases the children we serve and the facilities we're building to provide them with stable, nurturing homes and bright futures.

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Children's Home

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Holistic Care & Orphanage

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Educational Support

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Orphan Care

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Holistic Care and Health and Love Environment

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Safe Environment