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Visit to Ikulu Zanzibar

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Jan 31, 2026

Visit to Ikulu Zanzibar

On 20th April 2026, Lukiza Autism Foundation paid a visit to His Excellency Dr. Hussein Ali Mwinyi, President of Zanzibar and Chairman of Revolutionary Council at State House Zanzibar.

During the meeting, H.E President Mwinyi commended the Foundation for the tremendous work being done to support children with autism. He acknowledged that autism remains a growing challenge and emphasized the need for deliberate government action.

Meanwhile, Executive Director Hilda Nkabe reaffirmed the Foundation's commitment to creating awareness through their biggest Autism awareness campaigns: the Run 4 Autism Tanzania Half Marathon, annual Autism Awareness Charity Gala and ongoing projects aimed at early identification and intervention, women's wellness, rehabilitation and community education. She stressed that autism is not caused by superstition or sacrifice rituals — it is a health condition.

Key highlights of the visit

  • H.E President Mwinyi commended Lukiza Autism Foundation for their tremendous work supporting children with autism.
  • The President acknowledged autism as a growing challenge requiring deliberate government action.
  • Executive Director Hilda Nkabe presented the Foundation's flagship campaigns: Run 4 Autism Tanzania Half Marathon and the annual Autism Awareness Charity Gala.
  • She emphasised ongoing projects in early identification and intervention, women's wellness, rehabilitation and community education.
  • She stressed that autism is a health condition — not caused by superstition or sacrifice rituals.

This visit marks a significant step in Lukiza Autism Foundation's broader mission: influencing policy change at the government level.

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People Reached with Autism Awareness

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Children in Therapy Intervention

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Teachers Trained

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Beneficiaries are Women