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Aging in East Africa

  • By: Debra Whitman, Executive Vice President and Chief Public Policy Officer, AARP; Peter Rundlet, Vice President, AARP International; Holly Schulz, Senior Advisor, AARP
  • June 01, 2025

Over 15 days we traveled thousands of miles, engaged in more than 40 meetings and connected with hundreds of people — all with the goal of taking a deep policy and cultural dive into Kenya, Tanzania, and Zanzibar.

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Improving the Lives of the Older People of Zanzibar

  • By: Dr. Hussein Ali Mwinyi, President of Zanzibar and Chairman of the Revolutionary Council
  • June 01, 2025

The Zanzibari elders told me: “We have trust in you, especially for your care of us. You have gone the extra mile to reduce burden on us, especially by improving our financial capability.” This shows that the increase of the Universal Social Pension touched the hearts of older individuals and that they are thankful.

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Leveraging Intergenerational Solidarity to Advance Aging Issues in Youthful Kenya

  • By: Carole Osero-Ageng’o, Global Initiatives Lead and Africa Regional Representative, HelpAge International
  • June 01, 2025

As population aging and urbanization advance, HelpAge International works with partners to build new support systems in Kenya that promote healthy longevity.

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Strengthening and Supporting Health, Economic Activity, and Engagement for Older Adults in Tanzania

  • By: Hon. Dr. Dorothy Gwajima, Minster, Ministry of Community Development, Gender, Women and Special Groups, United Republic of Tanzania
  • June 01, 2025

As is the case in other developing countries, older persons in Tanzania face a number of challenges. Many have limited incomes and struggle to afford health services, good shelter, food, clothes, recreation, and other emotional and social needs. The government has responded with a range of programs and support.


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