About Rapid Tanzania

Rapid Tanzania Since 2002

Response and Preparedness in Disasters (RAPID-Tanzania) is a Non-Governmental Organization registered in March 2021 under the NGOs Act, 2002 (Reg. No 00NGO/R/1785) and authorized to operate in Tanzania mainland. The organization deals with all disaster management activities encompassed in the disaster management cycle.

23+

Years Experience

3+

Posts Completed

17+

Clients

4

Board Members

Construction Team
Construction post
23+

Years of Experience

Background on RAPID Tanzania

RAPID Tanzania is a registered NGO committed to impactful disaster management and Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) activities across Tanzania.

👨‍💼 Diverse Expertise

  • Disaster Risk Management & Humanitarian Response
  • Health, Environment, and Climate Change
  • Food Security & Nutrition
  • Engineering, Architecture, and Urban/Rural Planning
  • Law, Economics, Social Work, and Community Development

🌍 National & International Involvement

  • National Health Response Team
  • Dar es Salaam Multi-Agency Emergency Response Team (DarMAERT)
  • United Nations Disaster Assessment and Coordination (UNDAC) team

🛠️ Key Initiatives

  • Disaster Vulnerability assessment and mapping
  • Development of Disaster Contingency Plans
  • Creation of National Emergency Preparedness & Response Plan (EPRP)
  • Studies on Urban Food Systems, Climate Change, and Vulnerability
  • Review of Tanzania's National Action Plan for Health Security

🤝 Partnerships & Collaboration

RAPID-Tanzania maintains close operational ties with volunteer groups, academic institutions, and government departments. We also serve as a member and secretariat for the Disaster Management Non-Governmental Organization Network (DINGONET).

This wealth of experience ensures effective management and implementation of DRR and DRM activities across Tanzania.