Training on Record Keeping at Kirongwe
Farmers and community members at Kirongwe participated in a training on record keeping aimed at improving farm and business management…
The Diocese of Same Development Department (DSDD)

DSDD is the development arm of the Catholic Diocese of Same, committed to enhancing the lives of communities in Same and Mwanga districts through a range of development programs.
A self-sufficient, healthy, and empowered community in Same and Mwanga districts, where every individual has the opportunity to thrive in a sustainable environment.
To promote and facilitate sustainable development initiatives by empowering communities through participatory processes, building capacity, and providing essential services in education, health, agriculture, environmental conservation, and social welfare.
DSDD is structured into various departments, each focusing on a specific area of development:
Women in Development/Gender and Development: Promotes gender equality and empowers women to become active contributors to community development.
Supports early childhood education through the establishment of preschools that focus on holistic child development.
Aims to enhance access to quality education for children and youth in rural areas.
Works to improve healthcare access through medical programs, health education, and maternal and child health initiatives.
Provides support to vulnerable groups, including emergency relief, social welfare services, and poverty reduction initiatives.
Implements projects aimed at providing clean and accessible water to rural communities.
Ensures the protection and safety of children in all aspects of community life.
Focuses on environmental conservation efforts, including tree planting, soil conservation.
Together, We Can Build a Sustainable Future
Behind every successful project is a dedicated team
Empowering communities through partnership
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May 14, 2026Farmers and community members at Kirongwe participated in a training on record keeping aimed at improving farm and business management…
May 9, 2026Employees of the Diocese of Same Development Department (DSDD) participated in a DELTA training held in Same with the aim…
May 5, 2026The Diocese of Same Development Department (DSDD) continues to support sustainable agriculture and improved livelihoods for local farmers through the…
April 30, 2026The Diocesan Same Development Department (DSDD) continues to strengthen the implementation of the SPICE Project through regular follow-up activities focused…
April 29, 2026On the 29th of April 2026 a joint team from CADIOSA and Catholic Relief Services (CRS) visited Hedaru Parish to…
April 28, 2026DSDD held a productive discussion meeting with project implementers and government extension officers aimed at strengthening collaboration and improving the…