David Junior is our first and newest scholar pursuing a Master of Science in One Health Molecular Biology at Sokoine University of Agriculture in Morogoro. His training integrates human, animal, and environmental health with advanced molecular biology and research methods. Through this work, David is gaining confidence in applying scientific research to real-world, community-focused solutions as he works toward becoming a One Health research scientist.

David shared that PSCTP has been instrumental in his academic and professional development. His One Health training and research exemplify PSCTP’s 2026 focus on advancing One Health–driven research in Tanzania.

The One Health approach recognizes that the health of people, animals, and the environment are deeply connected, and that addressing complex public health challenges requires collaboration across these fields. (CDC)

Boniphace is a fourth-year medical student at the University of Dodoma. Alongside his coursework, he is conducting research on community knowledge and risk factors related to non-communicable diseases, including diabetes and hypertension, in the Dodoma Region and Manyara Region, where these conditions are especially prevalent.

During his Community Medicine rotation in the Bahi District, Boniphace has identified a potentially high incidence of epilepsy and anemia in pregnancy among women in the community. He is collaborating with fellow PSCTP scholar Jacqueline Wilfred Mungare to better understand this pattern and its underlying causes. His work reflects PSCTP’s growing focus on One Health–focused research in 2026.

In 2024, Dr. Ezekiel Moirana was appointed Medical Director of the Arusha International Conference Centre (AICC) Hospital. Dr. Moirana is recognized as a leader in his field and remains one of the few practicing gastroenterologists in Tanzania. He recently wrote about his professional journey and the impact of PSCTP after his first meeting with Dr. Kim Shriner many years ago.

Ezekiel shared, “I am who I am today because of the Phil Simon Clinic Tanzania Project. Special thanks to you all who are the founders of the Phil Simon Clinic Tanzania Project. May God be with you always.”

Rebeka has completed medical school and her internship training. This past year, she worked as a practicing physician at Oltrument District Hospital, gaining additional clinical experience through rotations in multiple areas of medicine. She also continues to support her family clinic, which she and her husband founded in their home community.

She is now preparing to apply for residency training in Obstetrics and Gynecology, with decisions expected later this summer. Rebeka plans to apply to programs at Kilimanjaro Christian Medical Center, Bugando Medical Centre, and Kenyatta Hospital. Residency training lasts three years and will provide extensive experience serving large urban populations.

Saumu is in the second year of her bachelor’s degree in nursing at St. John’s University. This semester has been especially demanding due to its shortened timeline, with long days and limited breaks.

She earned exceptional grades last semester, reflecting her determination and leadership skills. Despite the heavy course load this term, she remains motivated and engaged, particularly in her studies in Health and Development.

Jastin is in the second year of his master’s degree in nursing at the Catholic University of Health and Allied Sciences in Mwanza, Tanzania. Formerly a nursing instructor, he pursued a master’s degree to strengthen his teaching and professional impact. With tuition support from his employer and living support from PSCTP, Jastin is able to fully focus on his studies and training.

During the past academic year, Jastin completed coursework in pediatric and chronic care nursing and developed a research proposal that will be carried forward in the coming year. He expects to graduate in Fall 2026 and return to his institution to teach at the university level.

Jacqueline is a PSCTP graduate scholar with a master’s degree in nursing and midwifery. Her primary goal for 2026 is to secure employment as a midwife.

In 2025, Jacqueline finalized and submitted a research paper examining postnatal women’s perspectives on the World Health Organization’s antenatal care guidelines at Mwananyamala Hospital. Her research shows that increasing the number of antenatal visits allows for closer monitoring and better follow-up throughout pregnancy. The paper is currently under peer review with BioMed Central.

Veronica continues to work toward her Bachelor’s degree in Social Work at Mwenge University in Moshi. She completed last semester with an impressive GPA and is happy to be back in class as she begins her next semester of studies.

Her coursework focuses on key areas of social welfare and community development, and she remains committed to working hard and performing well academically.

Iman is in the first year of his three-year Bachelor’s degree program at the Open University of Tanzania in Dodoma. His studies focus on foundational social work concepts, similar to social work curricula in the United States, and he is adjusting to a large, blended classroom environment with students from multiple programs.

Reflecting on his first semester, Iman shared that he is enjoying his coursework and gaining a strong understanding of key social work principles. He has been particularly interested in learning about Mary Richmond, a foundational figure in modern social work, and how her work helped shape client-centered, ethical, and professional approaches that continue to guide the field today.

With his bachelor’s degree in social work, Iman hopes to make a lasting impact on how healthcare is delivered in his country.

Arafa continues her Bachelor of Social Work at Kampala International University, Tanzania (KIUT). She is doing exceptionally well academically, maintaining a strong GPA and emerging as a leader among her peers.

In addition to her coursework, Arafa serves as a Peer Educator through KIUT’s UNESCO program and as Treasurer of the Social Work Club, where she helps manage funds and support student activities. She is also gaining hands-on experience through fieldwork in Dar es Salaam, where she works with vulnerable children, women, and elders and collaborates with local leaders to support access to social services.

Elisha has been an exceptional student and is pursuing his Master’s degree in Social Work. He is currently in his second year and will graduate in the fall of 2026. Last spring, he completed a three-month field training at Community Health and Social Welfare Africa (COMHESWA), which provides psychosocial support and health education to people living with HIV.

Since then, Elisha’s focus transitioned to specialized training and research, which is a key requirement for completing his degree. He successfully presented a proposal to study the social factors that lead to marital discord and is now working on obtaining permission from various government institutions to collect data.

He also attended a short course in palliative care at the Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences, with practical training at PASADA and the Ocean Road Cancer Institute. He shared that the course “provided profound lessons about the meaning of life,” and that he has “learned a great deal in terms of profession, skills, education, and life in general.”