The ACHIEVE Project is a PEPFAR-funded initiative coordinated by Pact Tanzania and implemented by BAKAID as the National Implementing Partner (NIP) in Kigoma and Simiyu regions. It aims to improve the wellbeing of orphans and vulnerable children (OVC), particularly those living with or affected by HIV/AIDS.
The project operates across 191 wards — 65 in Kigoma and 126 in Simiyu — strengthening HIV prevention, care and treatment outcomes, promoting ART adherence, enhancing household resilience and contributing to the 95-95-95 HIV targets.
Councils: Kigoma MC, Uvinza DC, Kibondo DC, Kasulu DC (Kigoma); Bariadi DC, Bariadi TC, Busega DC, Itilima DC, Maswa DC, Meatu DC (Simiyu).
Key Results
Indicator Performance
| Indicator | Target | Achieved | Performance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total OVC enrolled | 16,380 | 22,554 |
138%
|
| Children living with HIV (<18) enrolled | 3,124 | 2,973 |
95%
|
| HIV-exposed infants enrolled | 2,525 | 2,230 |
88%
|
| Enrolled beneficiaries actively served (OVC_CURR) | 22,556 | 22,474 |
100%
|
Integrated Support in Action: A Family's Journey to Viral Suppression
In Meatu District, a young caregiver was raising two teenage siblings living with HIV who had stopped treatment after their mother died. A Community Case Worker put in place enhanced adherence counselling, transport support and nutrition guidance.
By April 2025 both siblings had achieved full viral suppression — one fell from 387,000 copies to undetectable. With business skills support, the caregiver also opened a retail shop and tailoring business, strengthening the household's economic stability.