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Experience Local Culture and Make a Difference in Kidatu, Tanzania
Hello and welcome!
I’m LUSAKA the Director of a community-based school and organization located in KIDATU, in the Morogoro Region of Tanzania. Our mission is to provide free quality education to children from underprivileged families, and to empower the youth in our community through life skills training and mentorship.
Our school is officially registered with the Ministry of Education, and everything we’ve built has been made possible through the support of kind-hearted people from around the world. We believe education is a powerful tool for change—and we invite you to be a part of that change.
🌍 Volunteer With Us
We’re looking for volunteers who are passionate about sharing their time, skills, and knowledge. Whether you're a teacher, artist, builder, IT specialist, or just someone with a warm heart and open mind, you can make a real impact here.
🧒 Your Role
Help with teaching, creative activities, or school development projects
Support life skills sessions for local youth
Help Monday to Friday (4 hours per day)
Weekends are free for exploration and relaxation and Enjoy
🌴 Explore Tanzania
During your stay, you’ll have time to explore amazing places nearby such as:
Maasai Community villages
Beautiful local waterfalls
Mikumi National Park and other game reserves
We’ll help you plan trips and experiences to make the most of your time here, Karibu Sana
Types of help and learning opportunities
Charity Work
Art Projects
Language practice
Teaching
Babysitting and creative play
Help around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
Interests
Farming
Culture
Vegetarian or vegan
Sustainability
Events & social
Charity work
Drawing & painting
Plant care
Animals
Beach
Water sports
Nature
Hiking
Dancing
Camping
Adventure sports
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
🌍 Cultural Exchange & Local Experience
Volunteering with us is not just about giving—it’s also about learning and cultural exchange.
As a volunteer, you’ll have the chance to:
🌿 Experience authentic African culture and daily life in rural Tanzania
🗣️ Learn Swahili, our local language—we’re happy to teach you!
👧🏽 Interact with local children at school and build real, meaningful connections
🤝 Engage with the local community—greet people in the streets, join village activities, and see how life is lived here
🍲 Try traditional Tanzanian food and customs
You won’t just be visiting—you’ll become part of our community and leave with unforgettable memories and friendships.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
👐 How You Can Help
We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds who are passionate about education, community, and sharing their talents. There are several ways you can contribute:
Support Our Teaching Programs
Help teach subjects like English, math, science, or your area of expertise
Lead fun activities such as sports, music, art, or painting
Inspire creativity and confidence in our students through interactive learning
Support our goal of building new classrooms at our expanding primary school
Share ideas on how we can connect with supporters locally and globally
Share Knowledge with Our Local Staff
Offer training or guidance to our teachers and caregivers
Share your professional experience in education, child care, or related areas
Help us improve teaching methods and classroom management
Languages
Languages spoken
Swahili (Kiswahili): Fluent
English: IntermediateThis host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
You can contact them directly for more information.
Accommodation
🏡 Accommodation & Meals
We offer a comfortable homestay experience, where you'll feel like part of the community from day one.
🛏️ Private rooms are available for all volunteers
🍽️ We provide free meals—you’ll enjoy delicious home-cooked Tanzanian food daily
💧 Clean water and basic essentials are provided
📶 Wi-Fi is available in both the school and your accommodation
You’ll stay close to the school in a safe and welcoming environment, with the opportunity to truly experience daily life in Kidatu.
What else ...
🌴 Explore & Relax in Your Free Time
Volunteering with us also gives you time to relax and explore the beauty of Tanzania during your free time—especially on weekends.
Nearby attractions include:
🐘 Mikumi National Park – Just a short trip away, you can enjoy unforgettable safaris and see wildlife like elephants, lions, giraffes, and zebras in their natural habitat.
⚡ Kidatu Power Plant – Visit one of Tanzania’s major hydroelectric power stations, located right near our organization. It's an interesting spot for those curious about renewable energy and infrastructure.
💦 Local waterfalls and nature walks – Enjoy the natural beauty surrounding Kidatu with peaceful hikes and scenic spots.
🛍️ Village markets and cultural sites – Discover local crafts, food, and traditional life in nearby towns and villages.
We’re happy to help you plan these small adventures so you can make the most of your stay!
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
You’ll have: Wi-Fi at the school Wi-Fi in your accommodation/room
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
Can possibly accept pets
This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
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He is hard worker, open minded and socially. We will miss you Julian and all kids will miss you . Thanks for you donation for a goats hope we will get milk for the kids from November, we are so grateful for your donations . we cant count your time you spent on teaching in the class room, you didn’t care even… read more
From the first day, I felt very welcome by you and your family (even by… read more
Your enthusiasm, reliability, and willingness to jump in wherever needed made a big difference. We especially appreciated your hardworking, presence and positive attitude helped everything run smoothly.
Your work truly impacted both the team and the people we served, and it… read more
My stay with Lusaka in Kidatu was nothing short of amazing! From the moment I arrived, I was welcomed with warmth and kindness, instantly feeling like part of the family. Lusaka is an incredible host generous, fun, and always going above and beyond to make sure I had a great experience.… read more
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He is hard worker, open minded and socially. We will miss you Julian and all kids will miss you . Thanks for you donation for a goats hope we will get milk for the kids from November, we are so grateful for your donations . we cant count your time you spent on teaching in the class room, you didn’t care even… read more
From the first day, I felt very welcome by you and your family (even by… read more
Your enthusiasm, reliability, and willingness to jump in wherever needed made a big difference. We especially appreciated your hardworking, presence and positive attitude helped everything run smoothly.
Your work truly impacted both the team and the people we served, and it… read more
My stay with Lusaka in Kidatu was nothing short of amazing! From the moment I arrived, I was welcomed with warmth and kindness, instantly feeling like part of the family. Lusaka is an incredible host generous, fun, and always going above and beyond to make sure I had a great experience.… read more
