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PROJECT
ZANZIBAR 2017
DENTIST
#dentisttheworld
Is a global non-profit organisation of dental professionals
and dental students established with the aim of improv-
ing oral health of disadvantaged and poor population all
around the world, by giving them the tools and introduc-
ing them to the knowledge we have. Moreover, through
dental camps and pain relief projects, treating the patients
in remote areas who have never been treated by a dentist
before.
Our premise is: “Pull out a man’s tooth and relieve him of
his pain; teach a man to brush his teeth and relieve him
for a lifetime”
#dentisttheworld
HIPZ
Health Improvement Project Zanzibar (HIPZ) is a UK-reg-
istered charity established in 2006 by Mr Ru MacDonagh,
a consultant urological surgeon, based in the UK. Ru had
previously worked in East Africa and Zanzibar, and has
been approached by the Principal Secretary of Zanzibar’s
Ministry of Health, to help improve healthcare at a hospital
in the south of the island. This led to a unique partnership
with the Zanzibar Government, resulting in a healthcare
improvement in Zanzibar, through fundraising in the UK.
Thanks to a hard work and persistence of Dr. Feroz Jafferji,
a dentist and old friend of HIPZ, a fully functioning dental
clinic is now operational in Kivunge Hospital, Zanzibar.
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Zanzibar is an archipelago made up of Zanzibar and
Pemba Islands, and several islets. It is located in the
Indian Ocean, about 40km from the Tanzanian coast, and
6° south of the equator. Zanzibar is an island state within
the United Republic of Tanzania, and has its own semi-au-
tonomous government. Zanzibar Island (known locally as
Unguja, but as Zanzibar internationally) is 90km long and
30km wide. It is characterised by beautiful sandy beaches
with fringing coral reefs, and the magic of historic Stone
Town – said to be the only functioning ancient town in
East Africa. There are no large wild animals in Zanzibar,
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and forest areas such as Jozani are inhabited by monkeys,
bush-pigs and small antelopes. Various species of mon-
goose can also be found on the island. There is a wide
variety of birdlife, and a large number of butterflies in rural
areas. The coral reefs that surround the East Coast are rich
in marine diversity, and make Zanzibar an ideal location
for snorkelling and scuba diving. Zanzibar’s local people
are an incredible mixture of ethnic backgrounds, indica-
tive of her colourful history. Islam is the dominant religion,
and practiced by most Zanzibaris, although there are also
followers of Christianity and Hinduism. Population is esti-
mated at 1,303,569, with the largest concentration being
Zanzibar City. Zanzibaris speak Swahili (known locally as
Kiswahili), a language which is spoken extensively in East
Africa.
Zanzibar
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Zanzibar
Fishing and agriculture are the main economic activities
of the local people. Zanzibar was once the world’s largest
producer of cloves, and her economy was based on large
incomes thus derived. Although cloves are still a major ex-
port along with coconut products and spices, tourism has
been earmarked as the primary foreign exchange earner,
with more visitors coming to Zanzibar each year. -De-
spite the seemingly perfect environment in Zanzibar, life
is tough. 1 in every 15 infants die, often from preventable
causes. 1 in 325 Zanzibari women die in childbirth. At
whole island of Zanzibar there are around 800,000
people and only four dentists. In comparison to Vienna,
Austria, where more than 1.500 dentists handle around 1.7
million of patients.
Population: 1,303,569
Time zone: EAT (UTC+3)
Area: 2,461 km²
Average Temperature: 28 °
Language: Kiswahili, English, Arabic
Currency: Tanzanian Shilling
Religion: Islam,Christianity
Independence:
from the United Kingdom: 10.12.1963
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About the project:
„Dental project Zanzibar“ takes place from the 21st of
March to the 1st of April 2017. Organised by „#dentistthe-
world“ and in collaboration with „HIPZ“ and „SOS Chil-
dren’s Village Zanzibar“. During this ten days the partici-
pants will have the opportunity to:
Teach school kids proper orale hygiene techniques
Work in dental camp and dental department at „Kivunge“
and „Makunduchi“ hospital
Visit main Hospital in Zanzibar „Mnazi Moja Hospital“
Organize educational workshops and presentations for
local dentists and dental therapists
Enjoy the beautiful island of Zanzibar and exchange
knowledge and experience with colleagues
around the world
Create memories for a lifetimeTarget group: dentists,
dental medical students
Number of participants: up to 25
Participation fee: 950€
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Project
SOS Children’s Village Zanzibar, Stone Town Zanzibar
kindergarten 180 children (age 4-7 )
primary and secondary school for 950 children (age 7-15)
external family, the school cooperates with. 650 children
(age 0-18+)
Kivunge Hospital, Kivunge Village Zanzibar
two equipped dental units for restorations and endodontic
treatments, 3 chairs for dental extractions
a few hundred patientes are expected in 3 days
The work in the dental camp will mostly be extractions
and acute pain relief
as well as endodontic and conservative treatment
Makunduchi Hospital, Makunduchi Village Zanzibar
one dental unit
Mnazi Moja Hospital, Stone Town Zanzibar
visit to the hospital and the dental department
Excursions:
Prison island
Sand bank with snorkling
Jozani national park etc.
Scuba diving (optional: expenses not covered)
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Dr.Valic Bruno
-Graduated as dental doctor in Vienna in 2013.
-Working in public health service (WGKK), private
practices and volunteering at “Neunerhaus” for
homeless people in Vienna. Currently working in a
dental clinic in Vienna.
Micic Ljubomir
-Intern at the University Dental Clinic
in Belgrade, Serbia
-Member of the IADS (International Association of
Dental Students)
Domic Danijel
-Intern at the University Dental Clinic of Vienna
and head of the foundation.Dentistry is and always will be my greatest passion.
I am driven by travels and discovering new grounds.
I am always eager to take on new challenges and push
my personal boundries. Projects like this let me grow as a
person.
#Dentisttheworld creates a great platform of sharing
knowledge and skills with people in need.
The team and our partners
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