Elisaria has had diabetes for decades. Her husband died of it and five relatives live with it. Yet millions in this fast-growing country cannot afford to get the treatment they need
People are also living longer – life expectancy is a predicted 66 for men and 71 for women by 2025 – and the UN expects the number of Tanzanians over 60 to more thanover the next three decades. Even at its current population, Tanzania is struggling to meet its health needs.
Matau lives alone in Kawe neighbourhood in the capital. She is one of few Tanzanians who can afford private healthcare, and visits a nearby clinic every few weeks. But Matau’s health insurance only covers a portion of her medical expenses; her children help pay the rest.
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