At the end of July, SwissABILITY participated in the annual conference of the Association for Prosthetists and Orthotists of Tanzania (APOT), the country’s leading national event dedicated to prosthetics, orthotics, and rehabilitation services.
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Over the course of the three-day conference, professionals, institutions, and organizations in the sector came together to discuss the challenges and opportunities involved in improving the mobility and quality of life of people with disabilities.
For years, APOT has served as a key reference point for the development of professional skills, the promotion of innovation, and the strengthening of collaboration among the professionals involved in Tanzania’s healthcare and rehabilitation sector.
A Long-Standing Presence
SwissABILITY has been participating in the APOT conference since 2022, reaffirming its ongoing commitment to supporting the development of prosthetic and orthotic services in Tanzania. In previous years, our association was represented by Roberto Agosta, Executive Director of SwissABILITY, who helped strengthen dialogue with local professionals and consolidate the network of partnerships established across the country. 
For this year’s edition, SwissABILITY hosted an information booth and was represented by:
- Bernardo Gomes, SwissABILITZ’smField Operation Manager and representative at the conference;
- Tarik Khamis Ali, Vice Secretary of APOT in Zanzibar;
- Claude Mushi, SwissABILITY’s representarive in Mwanza;
- Nsengiyumva Magogwa,SwissABILITY’s representative in Kibaha.
Our delegation presented our present and future projects, shared the experiences gained over the years, and strengthened our collaboration with professionals and institutions in the sector.
A firm Commitment in Tanzania Since 2017
SwissABILITY’s participation in APOT is part of a broader commitment in the country. Since 2017 we have maintained numerous projects in the field of Prosthetics and Orthotics (P&O). SwissABILITY
Over the years, the association has organized specialized workshops for local orthopaedic technicians, helping to strengthen the professional skills needed to provide increasingly high-quality services to people with disabilities.
SwissABILITY has also provided tangible support to the country by donating materials for the production or the MonoLimb and other above knee prosthetic technologies.
Among the most significant achievements is the establishment of a dedicated facility for activities in the sector, the Desire Charitable Hospital and Rehabilitation Center (DCHRC), an investment that continues to generate benefits for local communities and for the professionals who work there on a daily basis.
Why Participating Was Important
Being present at APOT means actively contributing to the growth of a professional network that has a direct impact on the lives of thousands of people.
The conference represents a unique opportunity to share knowledge, promote innovation, and identify new opportunities for collaboration.
Participating in this event also included listening to the needs of local communities and engaging with local partners as we search for sustainable solutions that can improve access to rehabilitation and mobility services.
Our presence at APOT 2026 reaffirms our commitment to continuing a journey begun several years ago—one rooted in cooperation, knowledge transfer, and the development of projects capable of generating a tangible, lasting impact within Tanzanian communities.
Our presence at APOT 2026 reaffirms our commitment to continuing a journey that began several years ago, built on cooperation, knowledge transfer, and the development of projects capable of creating a tangible and lasting impact in Tanzanian communities.
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