The Association of Physiotherapists in Tanzania is the national professional voice of physiotherapy — promoting high standards of practice, continuing professional development and access to rehabilitation for every community.
Who we are
Founded in 1992, APTA provides a unified platform through which physiotherapists collaborate, advocate for the profession and contribute to the development of rehabilitation services across Tanzania.
What we do
From the clinic to the community, APTA works to raise the standard and the reach of physiotherapy in Tanzania.
Promoting the recognition of physiotherapy within Tanzania’s healthcare system and working with the Ministry of Health.
Capacity-building programmes, CPD and scientific conferences for physiotherapists from every region.
Free physiotherapy and rehabilitation camps reaching more than 6,000 patients over six years.
Supporting members to research, publish and share evidence that improves patient care.
Upholding high standards of professional and ethical practice across public and private settings.
Connecting Tanzanian physiotherapists with World Physiotherapy and the Africa Region.
Our journey
A unified professional platform for physiotherapists in Tanzania.
Became a member organisation of World Physiotherapy (then WCPT).
National recognition of World Physiotherapy Day and community camps begin.
Standards, CPD, advocacy, research and outreach across Tanzania.
In pictures
8 September 2026 — a walk led by APTA’s leadership, a free community physiotherapy camp and a celebration of the profession.
Stay informed
Three Executive Committee positions were not filled at the 2026 General Elections. The Election Committee will open nominations for a by-election to be held in November 2026.
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News
PT Patrick Foster (President), PT Alpheo Mbuya (Vice President), Dietrich Chusi (General Secretary), John Marwa Gikaro (Deputy Secretary) and PT Jerusalem Makotore (Treasurer) were elected at the 2026 General Elections.
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Elected by members to lead the Association in line with the APTA Constitution.
President
Vice President
General Secretary
Deputy Secretary
Membership
Every valid member signs in to the portal with a one-time code sent to their email — no passwords to remember.
For qualified physiotherapists registered to practise in Tanzania. Full members vote, stand for office and enjoy every member benefit.
Conferred by the Association on individuals who have made an outstanding contribution to physiotherapy or to APTA.
For students enrolled in a recognised physiotherapy programme in Tanzania, building their professional network early.
Employers, patients and partners can confirm that a physiotherapist holds a valid APTA membership.
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