Who We Are

A Legacy of Excellence in Oral Health.

Founded on the principles of science, leadership, and service, TDSA unites dental students from across Tanzania to redefine the future of dental care.

Clinic Outreach

1,200+

Members

09

National Chapters

5+

Annual Outreach

100%

Commitment

01

Our Future

Vision

To be the epicenter of dental student innovation in Africa, where every graduate is a leader in clinical practice and healthcare ethics.

02

Our Action

Mission

Facilitating clinical skills workshops, pioneering oral health advocacy, and uniting all dental chapters into a single force for Tanzanian health.

Dr. Frank Mwakatobe

Dr. Frank Mwakatobe

Official Mentor

Leading with Experience

"The TDSA represents the vibrant future of dentistry in Tanzania. My role as mentor is to ensure that our students—who reached over 14,200 people in the 2025 WOHD campaign—continue to uphold the highest clinical standards as they serve our nation."

Our Growth Journey

Founding Years

TDSA was established at MUHAS to provide a platform for dental students to voice their concerns and grow professionally.

National Expansion

The association expanded to include MCHAS, KIBOSHO, and CCoHAS, creating a unified national presence.

Global Recognition

Collaborations with TDA and Other associations helped TDSA students participate in international exchanges and research.

National Footprint

Our Clinical Zones

Connecting 9 prestigious institutions into a unified network of dental excellence.

ACTIVE CHAPTERS

09

MUHAS
Coast Zone

MUHAS Chapter

National Secretariat & Founding Hub.

Explore Chapter
CUHAS
Lake Zone

MCHAS

Mbeya Excellence

KCMUCo
coast zone

MIKWAMBE

Kigamboni

KIBIHAS
Northern Zone

KIBOSHO

KIBIHAS

SJUIT
Coast Zone

MGAO

Health Training

HKMU
Coast Zone

BULONGWA

Future Zones

Expanding to all dental clinical sites in Tanzania.