PHIT

About Us

Prime Health Initiative Tanzania (PHIT)

Prime Health Initiative Tanzania, or PHIT, is a non-governmental organization (NGO) based in mainland Tanzania. Registered in 2021, the organization’s core mission is to innovate and implement effective public health interventions to improve the health and well-being of the Tanzanian population. PHIT’s work is guided by the principle of “Quality Health for All” and aims to create a more socially responsible and self-sustaining society.

Key Focus Areas and Projects

PHIT concentrates on several key public health areas, often through scientifically proven and client-centered approaches. These include:

• Digital Health and Innovation: PHIT is a strong advocate for using technology to solve health challenges. A significant example is the “Mlinde Mama” project, funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. This project is developing an AI-powered solution for the early detection of maternal health risks. The goal is to improve antenatal care, increase institutional deliveries, and ensure timely interventions for pregnant mothers.
• Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child, and Adolescent Health (RMNCAH): This is a central part of their work. They focus on addressing issues like low institutional delivery rates and late care-seeking by pregnant women. The “Mlinde Mama” project directly supports this area by leveraging technology to strengthen community linkages with health facilities.
• HIV/AIDS: PHIT is involved in efforts to combat the HIV epidemic in Tanzania, which remains a significant public health issue.
• Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs): Recognizing the growing burden of NCDs, PHIT works on interventions to curb these diseases, many of which are linked to lifestyle factors.
• Research and Advocacy: The organization conducts informative research and studies to improve public health interventions. They also lead advocacy and communication campaigns to promote healthy living and raise awareness about critical public health issues.

Mission and Objectives

PHIT’s vision is “A happier, healthier and self-sustaining society, leading the local NGO initiative in public health, bringing access of high quality health care services that leaves no one behind.”

Their main objectives are to:

• Advocate for healthy living lifestyles.
• Implement scientifically proven public health interventions.
• Conduct research to improve public health initiatives.
• Mobilize resources for cost-effective interventions.
• Support the design of effective and user-friendly health management systems.

In essence, PHIT Tanzania is a forward-thinking organization that combines technology, research, and community-based approaches to tackle some of the most pressing health challenges in the country, with a particular focus on maternal and child health.