Comprehensive social services, education, healthcare, and community development programs serving the people of Iringa Region.
We operate 6 high-quality secondary schools offering Form One to Form Six education in Arts and Science subjects. Our schools provide affordable education with Christian ethics.
The University of Iringa (UoI), owned and managed by ELCT Iringa Diocese, offers comprehensive education from certificate to PhD level, preparing students for leadership and service.
Ilula Nursing School offers Ordinary Diploma in Nursing, fully registered by NACTE and TNMC, providing quality healthcare education.
Our flagship healthcare institution serves as the Kilolo District Council Designated Hospital, providing comprehensive medical care to the community.
We operate 7 dispensaries in remote areas to ensure healthcare accessibility:
We are committed to expanding palliative care services to provide comfort and support for patients with life-limiting illnesses and their families.
Our health programs focus on reducing maternal and infant mortality rates, preventing water-borne diseases, and promoting overall community wellness.
Our radio station broadcasts 24 hours a day, sharing religious and socio-economic development programs as well as gospel music, reaching communities across the region.
Our business centre is famous for hosting tourists and groups from Europe and the US. It also serves local experts, researchers, and hosts many conferences and board meetings.
Through University of Iringa, the Diocese works with communities to establish Savings and Credit Cooperatives (SACCOS) and AMCOS. Currently, over 35 SACCOS have been registered.
We aim to increase financial institutions from 1 to 5 by 2027, improving management information systems and organizational structures to better serve our communities.
Currently, more than 8,000 members have been trained through theological education courses by distance learning. TEE's major purpose is to train evangelists who are crucial for church growth.
The school offers special bible courses mainly for Pastoralists around Southern Dioceses of the ELCT and the ELCT at large, strengthening theological foundations.
Strengthening mission and evangelism to increase Christians from 142,000 to 300,000 by 2027, training 30 new pastors and 1,500 evangelists.
Enhancing resource mobilization and management of financial and non-financial resources at all levels, expanding investment base and strengthening stewardship.
Ensuring the role of the church in support to vulnerable groups, improving compassionate services and establishing community outreach programs.
Ensuring provision of quality social services including education, healthcare, and community development programs based on Christian values.
Strengthening gender equality, children's rights, and good governance, empowering women and men to overcome inequity and oppressive practices.
Promoting strong strategic partnerships with government, community organizations, and international partners to enhance service delivery and sustainability.
Whether you're interested in education, healthcare, community development, or spiritual growth, there are many ways to get involved with our ministries.
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Social Services & Community Development
Huruma Diaconal & Orphanage Centre
A place where we take care of Orphans and Vulnerable Children, giving them a second chance in life through education and the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Water Projects
The Diocese helps families, especially women and children, by drilling wells in villages based on community needs assessment. Currently, over 150 wells have been drilled.
Scholarship Program
Through partnerships, we help pay school fees for more than 1,100 students attending secondary education and universities, supporting students from poor families.