Discussions on Data Drive Improved Community Services
Located in Southern Dar es Salaam, Temeke District has a population of just over 700,000—making it one of the country’s most densely populated areas.
Building Data Confidence and Tools to Improve Decision Making in Kyela
In Tanzania, local government authorities (LGAs) play a critical role in delivering ‘frontline’ public services to citizens.
LGAs are however not just a conduit. They shape how, where, and when services such as healthcare, public infrastructure, and development support are offered. LGAs are supposed to base their decisions on data, but—outside of major metropoles—often struggle to find credible local data that is granular enough to be actionable.
Making Data Accessible through Storytelling in the News
Data is intimidating. For most people, statistics lack relevance to their daily lives. Spreadsheets, numbers, and data in general are perceived to be the domain of “specialists.”
Magnifying Citizens’ Voices to Advance Practical Local Government-supported Solutions
In Tanzania, local government authorities (LGAs) play a critical role in the country’s national development. The District Executive Director (DED) and their teams are tasked to coordinate many administrative activities, including the collection of data related to health, education, and economic growth indicators—both to help them make better investment decisions, as well as to report better quality data upstream.
Informing Parliamentary Decision-Making and Enhancing Citizen Participation
In Tanzania, 393 individuals serve as Members of Parliament, and these individuals serve an important role in identifying and overseeing government investments and programs for their respective constituency and ensuring the accountability of those investments.