The Government of Tanzania has intensified efforts to protect children from preventable diseases through nationwide vaccination campaigns, routine immunisation services at health facilities, and targeted community outreach aimed at reaching children who have missed essential vaccines.
These efforts are part of the national health strategy to strengthen child survival, reduce disease outbreaks, and ensure that every eligible child receives life-saving vaccines on time.
The progress was highlighted on June 4, 2026, in Dar es Salaam during the Annual Review Meeting on the Implementation of Immunisation Services in Tanzania, which brought together health officials, government institutions and development partners to assess progress and agree on priority areas for improvement.
Speaking at the meeting, the National Immunisation Programme Manager from the Ministry of Health, Dr Georgina Joachim, said the Government continues to implement a combination of strategies to ensure vaccines reach all children across the country.
She said these include regular vaccination campaigns, routine immunisation services delivered in health facilities, and outreach programmes that specifically target children in hard-to-reach and underserved communities.
Dr Joachim said vaccination campaigns remain a key pillar in the national immunisation system, helping the country reach children who may be missed through routine services.
“Vaccination campaigns play a very important role in ensuring that no child is left behind. They help us reach communities that may not access health facilities regularly and ensure children are protected from preventable diseases,” said Dr Joachim.
She added that these interventions have contributed significantly to reducing childhood illnesses and improving child survival rates across the country.
Dr Joachim further explained that the Government, through the Ministry of Health, is working closely with the President’s Office – Regional Administration and Local Government (PO-RALG (TAMISEMI)) and other development partners to strengthen the immunisation system.
She said key improvements include strengthening vaccine supply chains, improving cold storage systems, enhancing data collection and reporting, and improving monitoring systems to ensure accountability and service quality.
According to her, these efforts are aimed at ensuring that vaccines are safely stored, properly distributed, and consistently available at all health facilities across the country.
Dr Joachim also said the annual review meeting plays a crucial role in improving the immunisation programme by allowing stakeholders to assess achievements, identify challenges, and agree on practical solutions.
She noted that the discussions help improve coordination between government institutions and partners while ensuring that vaccination services continue to reach every child, especially in remote and vulnerable areas.
Health officials at the meeting emphasised that continued collaboration between the Government, health workers, and development partners is essential to sustain progress and close remaining gaps in vaccination coverage.
The Ministry of Health reaffirmed its commitment to continue expanding immunisation services, improving service delivery, and ensuring that all children in Tanzania are protected from vaccine-preventable diseases, with the ultimate goal of safeguarding public health and strengthening communities across the country.
