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Dr. Alex Elifuraha Msoka
Dr. Alex Elifuraha Msoka
President, 2026–2028
A message from the President

Our strength has always been the collective voice of Tanzania's doctors.

For more than six decades this Association has stood for the honour of the profession and the health of the nation. That work continues in every region — in the clinics, the teaching hospitals, and the halls where health policy is written.

My commitment for this term is a MAT that is closer to its members: responsive to the concerns you raise, active in the debates that shape your practice, and rigorous in the standards we hold ourselves to.

Whether you have served for thirty years or qualified this season, there is a place for you here. I invite you to take it.

1959
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About the Association

A profession united in purpose since 1959

The Medical Association of Tanzania exists to promote the art and science of medicine and allied sciences — to maintain the honour and interest of the medical profession, and to attain the highest level of quality healthcare services in Tanzania.

“Membership provides individual or collective representation aimed at influencing medical and health legislation.”
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Our Vision

Evidence-based, quality and ethical medical practice for all healthcare staff.

Our Mission

To promote the art and science of medicine and allied sciences in order to maintain the honour and interest of the medical profession, and to attain the highest level of quality healthcare services in Tanzania.

Membership

The privileges of belonging

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Representation

A collective voice influencing medical and health legislation at the national level, on your behalf.

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Practice success

Products and services that help both private and public-sector practitioners practise more successfully.

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CPD & fellowship

Accredited continuing education, scientific conferences and a respected professional community.

The Council · Term 2026–2028

Led by distinguished doctors

Elected to serve the profession and the nation, the leadership stewards MAT's work across every region and specialty.

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The Executive Committee, the National Council and the zonal representatives.
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