Tanzania diaspora · United Kingdom

Umoja Wetu

Caring for Tanzania's community in the United Kingdom

With the importance of community solidarity, our aim is to mobilise Tanzanians living in the UK with the ultimate goal of sending back the remains of any Tanzanian who passes away here.

  • £10,000 Target per bereavement
  • £150k+ Raised since 2024
  • 4500+ Members and families
  • 10+ Bereavements supported
About us

Our mission

UMOJA WETU stands with Tanzanians living in the UK. We come together so no family faces repatriation alone.

When a registered member dies, the community raises a target of £10,000 for the next of kin — so their loved one can be laid to rest with dignity in Tanzania.

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Our values

What we stand for

Solidarity

We stand together as one community when it matters most.

Compassion

We meet every family with care, empathy, and respect.

Dignity

Every loved one should be laid to rest with honour at home.

Our support

What we offer

Bereavement fund

Members unite to raise a £10,000 target for the next of kin when a registered member dies.

Nationwide coverage

Support across every UK region — cities and smaller towns alike.

Confidential service

Next of kin details stay private and can be updated by members at any time.

Process

How it works

Three steps to join and receive support.

Register

Share your details, dependents, and next of kin. After verification you receive a unique registration number.

Bereavement notice

When a passing is confirmed, we open a campaign and calculate each member’s contribution.

Payment

Collected funds go to the deceased’s next of kin at the end of the campaign.

Become a member

Join a supportive network that stands together in times of need. Registration includes you and your family.