AdvancingMediaTransformationinTanzania
Tanzania Media Foundation is a member-based non-governmental organisation that advances media transformation through research, nurturing and support. We work with journalists, media organisations, experts and partners to strengthen public-interest journalism, media viability and accountability in Tanzania.
Our Vision, Mission, Purpose and Strategy
TMF exists to strengthen journalism and the media so that quality public-interest information supports accountability, informed participation and a better society.
Our Purpose
TMF exists to strengthen journalism and the media so that quality public-interest information supports accountability, informed participation and a better society.
Our Mission
To advance media transformation through research, nurturing and support that strengthen journalists, media organisations and collaborative networks.
Our Vision
A strong, creative and innovative TMF contributing to a vibrant, independent, responsible and diversified media sector that serves the public interest in an informed, just, peaceful, free and democratic society.
Our Strategy
The Media Transformation Journey 2024 to 2032 connects stakeholders through the Media Transformation Support Network, develops relevant ideas through Collaborative Ideation, and supports sustained Nurturing and Growth through Route One for individual journalists and Route Two for media organisations.
Our Guiding Principles
These principles guide how TMF works with journalists, media organisations, members, partners and the public.
Public Interest
We place the information needs, rights and wellbeing of the public at the centre of media transformation.
Independence and Integrity
We support professional, ethical and independent journalism and act with honesty, fairness and responsibility.
Learning and Innovation
We use evidence, reflection and creative thinking to develop relevant responses to a changing media environment.
Inclusion and Collaboration
We value diverse perspectives and create opportunities for journalists, media organisations, experts, members and partners to contribute and grow together.
How We Advance Media Transformation
TMF advances media transformation by generating evidence, nurturing people and organisations, and mobilising the support required for sustained growth and public-interest journalism.
Our Journey
From a media support initiative to a member-based foundation advancing media transformation in Tanzania.
The Beginning
The Tanzania Media Fund began supporting journalism and media development in Tanzania.
Becoming Tanzania Media Foundation
The initiative developed into Tanzania Media Foundation, a member-based non-governmental organisation with Tanzanian governance and a continuing commitment to media development.
Becoming Tanzania Media Foundation
The initiative developed into Tanzania Media Foundation, a member-based non-governmental organisation with Tanzanian governance and a continuing commitment to media development.
Evidence for Transformation
TMF assessed media viability among 31 media organisations and established a journalist baseline that strengthened the evidence for a long-term transformation approach.
Media Transformation Journey
TMF began implementing the Media Transformation Journey 2024 to 2032, connecting journalists, experts, institutions, ideas and support through the Media Transformation Support Network, Collaborative Ideation and Nurturing and Growth.
Media Transformation Journey
TMF began implementing the Media Transformation Journey 2024 to 2032, connecting journalists, experts, institutions, ideas and support through the Media Transformation Support Network, Collaborative Ideation and Nurturing and Growth.
Leadership and Team
Meet the team driving TMF's mission to strengthen independent media in Tanzania.
kamara kiposho
Executive Director
Provides strategic and executive leadership for TMF institutional development, programmes, partnerships, governance, implementation and the Media Transformation Journey.
