About Mizizi Ya Mafanikio
Mizizi Ya Mafanikio
Planted with Purpose. Grown from Passion.
Mizizi Ya Mafanikio was founded in 2023 by three driven friends — Fanny, Katia, and Linus — united by a shared vision: to create meaningful, lasting change in Tanzanian communities. After years of working within the charity sector, they saw the gaps, the slow pace, and the missed opportunities. So, they chose a new path — one rooted in action, collaboration, and bold ideas.
Mizizi Ya Mafanikio, meaning “Roots to Success”, was born from the belief that change doesn't need to wait. Guided by our core values of Collaboration, Empowerment, and Sustainability, we are committed to creating solutions that don’t just work today — but continue to grow for generations.
Core Values
Collaboration
Sustainability
Collaboration
We believe that Tanzanian challenges require Tanzanian solutions.
The issues we aim to address are deeply rooted in the unique context of Tanzania. That’s why we take an approach grounded in local knowledge, lived experience, and cultural nuance. Our core value of collaboration reflects this belief — because without working alongside comm
We believe that Tanzanian challenges require Tanzanian solutions.
The issues we aim to address are deeply rooted in the unique context of Tanzania. That’s why we take an approach grounded in local knowledge, lived experience, and cultural nuance. Our core value of collaboration reflects this belief — because without working alongside communities, we risk misunderstanding their realities and missing the mark on what truly works. Only through shared insight can we find the right path forward.
Empowerment
Sustainability
Collaboration
Empowerment is at the heart of our mission
Our commitment to empowerment reaches all marginalised and underserved groups within our communities. We envision a world where everyone — regardless of their background — has the opportunity to thrive. Locally, we work to uplift individuals so they can realise their full potential. Globally, we
Empowerment is at the heart of our mission
Our commitment to empowerment reaches all marginalised and underserved groups within our communities. We envision a world where everyone — regardless of their background — has the opportunity to thrive. Locally, we work to uplift individuals so they can realise their full potential. Globally, we strive to empower Tanzanians to compete and lead in spaces like business and media, with confidence and impact.
Sustainability
Sustainability
Sustainability
The foundation of everything we do.
For us, sustainability means building long-term, lasting impact within our communities. We design every project to continue thriving independently — even after our direct involvement ends. True sustainability means communities are equipped to lead their own progress. Beyond people, our commitment also e
The foundation of everything we do.
For us, sustainability means building long-term, lasting impact within our communities. We design every project to continue thriving independently — even after our direct involvement ends. True sustainability means communities are equipped to lead their own progress. Beyond people, our commitment also extends to the environment. We envision a cleaner, greener Tanzania for future generations.
Why Tanzania?
Tanzania, a love story!
Mizizi Ya Mafanikio focuses its work in Tanzania’s northern region, particularly in and around Arusha—a place that holds deep personal meaning for all three of our founders. Having lived and worked here, we’ve built strong relationships with the local communities and developed a deep respect for the country’s culture, energy, and potential.
Our commitment to this region is rooted in connection. We work hand-in-hand with local communities, supporting them in creating opportunities for growth, wellbeing, and long-term success.
This is where our roots began, and where our impact continues.
Meet the Founders
Katia McCrudden Director of Communications
Katia McCrudden Director of Communications
Katia McCrudden Director of Communications
Katia has been living in Arusha, Tanzania, for the past four years, working closely with local communities on a range of grassroots development projects. She is passionate about sustainable, community-led change, particularly in the areas of clean water access and women’s empowerment.
When she’s not working with Mizizi Ya Mafanikio, you’ll
Katia has been living in Arusha, Tanzania, for the past four years, working closely with local communities on a range of grassroots development projects. She is passionate about sustainable, community-led change, particularly in the areas of clean water access and women’s empowerment.
When she’s not working with Mizizi Ya Mafanikio, you’ll either find her enjoying some downtime kitesurfing in Zanzibar, or spending time with her family back in Bournemouth, reconnecting and recharging before returning to the field.
Linus Kramer Director of Development
Katia McCrudden Director of Communications
Katia McCrudden Director of Communications
After a transformative four-month trip to Tanzania in 2022, Linus quickly fell in love with the country and its people. That first experience sparked a lasting passion to contribute meaningfully to the communities he had come to admire.
Today, he works closely with Katia and Fanny to bring their shared vision to life—supporting local, sust
After a transformative four-month trip to Tanzania in 2022, Linus quickly fell in love with the country and its people. That first experience sparked a lasting passion to contribute meaningfully to the communities he had come to admire.
Today, he works closely with Katia and Fanny to bring their shared vision to life—supporting local, sustainable solutions that create real impact in Tanzanian society.
When he’s not in Tanzania, you might find Linus exploring new countries—he’s an avid traveller—or sitting across a chessboard, deep in thought and strategy.
Fanny Chantereau Executive Director
Katia McCrudden Director of Communications
Fanny Chantereau Executive Director
Fanny first visited Tanzania in 2019 and instantly connected with the country’s nature, people, and culture. In 2023, she moved to Arusha to help launch Mizizi Ya Mafanikio, where she plays a central role in driving the organisation forward.
An experienced entrepreneur, Fanny is the glue that holds the team together—bringing structure, ene
Fanny first visited Tanzania in 2019 and instantly connected with the country’s nature, people, and culture. In 2023, she moved to Arusha to help launch Mizizi Ya Mafanikio, where she plays a central role in driving the organisation forward.
An experienced entrepreneur, Fanny is the glue that holds the team together—bringing structure, energy, and vision to every project. When not in Tanzania, you’ll find her kitesurfing with Katia (which is how they met), chasing the wind around the world, or back in Stockholm working on exciting, high-impact projects
Our Team on the Ground
Robert Magesa Education Program Coordinator
Goodluck Inyasi. Water Project Communications Lead
Goodluck Inyasi. Water Project Communications Lead
supporting the students we sponsor. Quite simply, Robert is the pillar that holds this project together—the vital connection we always needed to make it possible.
Whether he’s in the office, in the classroom, or representing the charity at important meetings, Robert is fully dedicated to the mission. His commitment, leadership, and heart m
supporting the students we sponsor. Quite simply, Robert is the pillar that holds this project together—the vital connection we always needed to make it possible.
Whether he’s in the office, in the classroom, or representing the charity at important meetings, Robert is fully dedicated to the mission. His commitment, leadership, and heart make a lasting difference every single day—and for that, we are endlessly grateful.
Goodluck Inyasi. Water Project Communications Lead
Goodluck Inyasi. Water Project Communications Lead
Goodluck Inyasi. Water Project Communications Lead
Goodluck is Mizizi Ya Mafanikio’s first-ever employee—a milestone we’re incredibly proud of. A recent graduate of Right Winners College, he stood out from the beginning, going above and beyond what we could have ever hoped for in a student.
Today, Goodluck plays a key role in the Clean Water Initiative, managing the communication side of t
Goodluck is Mizizi Ya Mafanikio’s first-ever employee—a milestone we’re incredibly proud of. A recent graduate of Right Winners College, he stood out from the beginning, going above and beyond what we could have ever hoped for in a student.
Today, Goodluck plays a key role in the Clean Water Initiative, managing the communication side of the project. He serves as our main point of contact on the ground, ensuring smooth and consistent coordination between the charity and the communities we serve.
We’re excited to have him on the team and look forward to seeing how he continues to grow in this role.
Chief Issaya Community Leader & Local Advisor
Goodluck Inyasi. Water Project Communications Lead
Chief Issaya Community Leader & Local Advisor
Chief Issaya is the leader of the village where we installed our first-ever demonstration water filter—a key pilot project for Mizizi Ya Mafanikio. His support and trust have been essential, giving us access to the community in a way that would not have been possible without him.
As a respected leader, Chief Issaya connects us directly to
Chief Issaya is the leader of the village where we installed our first-ever demonstration water filter—a key pilot project for Mizizi Ya Mafanikio. His support and trust have been essential, giving us access to the community in a way that would not have been possible without him.
As a respected leader, Chief Issaya connects us directly to the heart of the issue and guides us on how to create meaningful, lasting change. His insight and partnership are invaluable to the success of this initiative.