About Us Hero

Little Sisters of St. Francis

North Eastern Region Tanzania (NERT)

Serving with faith, compassion, and dedication

67
Sisters Serving
12
Communities
30+
Years of Service
4
Dioceses Served

Our Journey

1991

Foundation in Tanzania

The Little Sisters of St. Francis began their mission in Tanzania with the establishment of St. Clare Convent in Chanjale Seminary-Mwanga District, part of the Kilimanjaro Region in the Diocese of Same.

2010

Decision for Independence

The General Chapter decided to elevate Tanzania to a separate Region due to geographical distance from the East of the Rift Valley Region, which encompassed various Dioceses in Kenya and Tanzania.

December 14, 2013

Official Inauguration

The North-Eastern Region Tanzania was officially inaugurated, initially comprising Arusha Archdiocese and Same Diocese in the Kilimanjaro Region, with Sr. Regina Namagheri as the first Regional Superior.

2017

Expansion of Service

The North-Eastern Region Tanzania extended its services to include Shinyanga Diocese and Morogoro Diocese, expanding our reach and impact across Tanzania.

Present

Continued Growth

Today, we are served by 67 Sisters across 12 Communities, engaged in various apostolates including education, medical services, communication, secretarial work, school matrons, social work, and development management.

Our Charism, Mission and Vision

Charism

To bring newness and fullness of Christ's life in the world today

Mission

To reach out with compassion to the marginalized in the spirit of St. Francis and Mother Kevin

Vision

Holistic transformation of self and the world towards the reign of God.

Leadership Team North Eastern Region Tanzania

Sr. Bridget Kokiambo

Message from our Team

We invite you to join us in our mission to serve with love and humility. Through our collective efforts and the grace of God, we continue to bring hope, healing, and education to the communities of North Eastern Tanzania. May we always remember that in serving others, we serve Christ himself.
Sr. Bridget Kokiambo
Regional Superior
Sr. Yusta Majaliwa
Sr. Yusta Majaliwa

Vicaress

Sr. Juliana Mwangu
Sr. Juliana Mwangu

Council Member