A once-in-a-lifetime trip. A life-long impact.
There are approximately 800,000 Maasai people living in Tanzania – and around 1,800,000 tourists who visit every year.
The appeal of Tanzania is clear. Safaris on rich game reserves. Hot air balloon rides over the serengeti. Pristine white sandy beaches.
But many who come to Tanzania for the wildlife leave with a deep love for the people and culture that developed in this environment.
How can you make a life-long impact on your once-in-a-lifetime trip?
Meet Manja
Manja is a Maasai photographer and wilderness guide who believes in the power of education. As the co-founder and manager of MATE, he is on a mission to enrich the lives of his own community, with a key area of focus:
The work we do, together
At MATE, our work is divided into direct educational support for individuals and community infrastructure projects.
“I can read now, I’m happy now. I believe my future is now bright. I am really grateful for your support and I’m not going back to the village”
- Sein Kitipa
Education
Young boys and girls miss out on education and social mobility because of tradition and lack of funds. Let’s change that.
“The strategic goal for this project is to support availability of clean and safe water for more than 550 Maasai girls and boys at Njoroi primary school”
- Manja Kema
Infrastructure
Food. Clean water. Fun. Children and teenagers need the right environment for learning to take place. Let’s help them grow.
Donate to provide Maasai children with access to education
Your contributions go a long way. With the help of Manja, MATE ensures that all donations are used to help the community members that need it the most.
Maasai proverb