Svetan is a non-governmental organization (NGO) founded in 1968, with no political or religious affiliations. The association is open to anyone interested in Tanzania and its development. The association has three main objectives:
- To support Tanzania’s development process
- To strengthen relations between Sweden and Tanzania
- To promote awareness of Tanzania in Sweden
Svetan publishes the periodical Habari four times per year, providing up-to-date information on Tanzania. Our Habari archive dates back to 1969, and issues from 2009 onwards are available as PDF files on our website.
We support the Tumaini Children’s Centre in Bukoba, which assists and empowers vulnerable children and youth in the Kagera region.
Svetan regularly collaborates with other friendship associations, sister organizations, and the Tanzanian Embassy. We organize cultural activities, seminars and meetings on various topics, providing valuable information about the current situation in Tanzania.