Our Leadership

Dedicated community leaders and professionals working to advance sustainable fisheries and marine conservation in Kilwa.

Leadership Team

Meet the dedicated individuals guiding the Kilwa BMU Network toward a sustainable blue future.

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OMARI ALLY MATIMBANYA
OMARI ALLY MATIMBANYA

Chair person of Kilwa District BMu Network

Omari Ally Matimbanya is the Chairperson of the Kilwa District BMU Network, elected in March 2026, representing Kilwa Masoko BMU. He is a fish and fisheries products trader with experience in community engagement and fisheries resource conservation. He is committed to promoting sustainable fisheries management, community participation, and improved livelihoods for fishing communities in Kilwa District.
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Mohamedi Kibarabara

Secretary of the Kilwa District BMU Network

Mohamedi Kibarabara is the Secretary of the Kilwa District BMU Network, elected on 19 March 2026, representing Namakongoro BMU. He has extensive experience in community affairs and fisheries management, having served as a leader of Namakongoro BMU for many years. His experience contributes to strengthening community participation, good governance, and sustainable fisheries management in Kilwa District.
AURA TEMBE
AURA TEMBE

Good Governance Coordinator

Aura Tembe is the Good Governance Coordinator of the Kilwa District BMU Network, elected to the position representing Lihimalyao Kaskazini BMU, where she also serves as the BMU Secretary. She has extensive experience in BMU governance and community affairs, with strong knowledge of leadership, accountability, and good governance practices within BMUs.
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Halima Hassani Mfaume

Data Coordinator

Halima Hassani Mfaume is the Data Coordinator of the Kilwa District BMU Network, elected on 19 March 2026, representing Malalani BMU. She has experience in collecting fisheries data and has demonstrated strong skills in accurate and reliable data collection. Her expertise and commitment to fisheries data management contributed to her election to the position within the Kilwa District BMU Network
Fatuma Mnora
Fatuma Mnora

Finance Coordinator

Fatuma Mnora is the Finance Coordinator of the Kilwa District BMU Network, elected on 19 March 2026, representing Somanga Kaskazini BMU. She has experience in community affairs and fisheries management, having previously served on the Finance Committee of her BMU. Her experience supports effective financial management, accountability, and sustainable fisheries governance within the Kilwa District BMU Network.
Kitengo Hija Mataka
Kitengo Hija Mataka

Patrol Coordinator

Kitengo Hija Mataka is the Patrol Coordinator of the Kilwa District BMU Network, elected on 19 March 2026, representing Kilwa Masoko BMU. He has extensive experience in conducting fisheries patrols and combating illegal fishing activities. In his role, he coordinates patrol operations across BMUs in Kilwa District, supporting effective fisheries management, law enforcement, and the protection of marine resources

Governance Structure

Our network operates under a transparent, community-driven governance model that ensures accountability and broad participation.

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General Assembly

All 29 BMU chairpersons meet quarterly to set strategic direction, approve budgets, and elect network leadership.

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Executive Committee

An eight-member elected body responsible for day-to-day management, program oversight, and partner coordination.

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BMU Committees

Each of the 29 BMUs has its own elected committee managing local fisheries, patrols, finances, and community engagement.

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