National Family Planning Strategy 2023

This document was developed through a participatory process involving numerous individuals and institutions. The Ministry of Health, Community Development, Gender, Elderly, and Children (MOHCDGEC) and the President’s Office Regional Administration and Local Government (PORALG) would like to thank all of those who contributed substantial efforts and financial resources.

National Family Planning Costed Implementation Program (NFPCIP)

The NFPCIP provides a strategic framework and detailed cost estimates for scaling up family planning interventions across Tanzania. It outlines priorities, implementation plans, financing needs, and monitoring mechanisms to ensure that every woman and girl has access to affordable, quality family planning services.

NATIONAL POPULATION POLICY

The National Population Policy outlines Tanzania’s strategic direction for managing population growth in relation to sustainable development. It addresses issues such as fertility rates, family planning, maternal health, youth population dynamics, and gender equality — all essential for informed national planning and service delivery.

Family planning: a global handbook for providers

This comprehensive handbook offers evidence-based guidance for health providers on modern contraceptive methods. It includes counseling tips, medical eligibility guidelines, and service delivery best practices. It’s widely used around the world and has been adapted to support frontline workers in both clinical and community settings.