Campaign 'Zijue Namba Zako' to Promote Health Awareness and Regular Check-ups
Latest Tanzania health news · Campaign 'Zijue Namba Zako' to Promote Health Awareness… explained · updated Aug 22, 2026 · health news · hospitals · public health
TLDR
- The Ministry of Health, in collaboration with the Manyara Regional Medical Office, provided health education and free health check-ups during the Manyara Tanzanite Marathon.
- The campaign 'Zijue Namba Zako' aims to encourage citizens to understand their health status through various tests, including height and weight measurements.
- George Bajuta, the Chairman of the Hanang District Council, praised the initiative as an important opportunity for citizens to receive health education and check-ups at no cost.
- Thobias Gitiyanga, a councilor, emphasized the need for citizens to develop a culture of regular health check-ups instead of waiting for health issues to arise.
- The Manyara Tanzanite Marathon also aims to contribute to the construction of a facility for premature infants and the purchase of essential medical equipment.