Professional integrity
Uphold the professional integrity of our members, the radiologists.
Medical Imaging
The professional voice of radiology in Tanzania
TARASO is a non-profit, non-political professional association that promotes the safe and economic use of diagnostic imaging, supports radiologists and advances radiology through education, research and collaboration.
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Safe use of radiation
Professional integrity
About us
A society built on professionalism, ethics and collaboration
Tanzania Radiology Society (TARASO) was created as a professional association which is non-profit making and non-political. It operates within its constitution, by-laws and the policy of the Government of the United Republic of Tanzania, and remains an independent voice on radiology matters and related technology.
A radiologist is a medical specialist trained in the diagnostic and therapeutic use of X-rays and other forms of medical imaging.
- Provide a forum for the scientific and educational thoughts of radiologists
- Hold conferences, symposia and workshops for professional development
- Act as an advisory body to the Government on medical imaging
- Collaborate with similar organisations throughout the world
Our objectives
What TARASO stands for
Nine objectives set out in Article III of our constitution guide everything we do.
Efficient imaging
Promote the efficient and economical use of medical imaging modalities in Tanzania.
Research
Encourage and coordinate research using imaging modalities.
Honour & interests
Maintain the honour and safeguard and promote the interests of members in the profession.
Continuing education
Provide continuous medical education and professional development opportunities.
Radiation safety
Engage and encourage members in the safe use of radiation in medical imaging.
Collaboration
Collaborate with other medical associations within the country and abroad.
Support & donations
Accept donations, gifts, covenants, subscriptions, legacies and other assistance.
Lawful pursuits
Do other lawful things incidental or conducive to attaining these objectives.
Membership
Five ways to belong
Choose the category that fits your career stage and contribution. Applications are reviewed by the Executive Committee.
Full member
100,000 TZS / year
- Qualified radiologists (citizens & non-citizens)
- Right to vote at meetings
- Eligible for election to office
- All society privileges
Associate member
100,000 TZS / year
- Doctors, dentists, residents & allied professionals
- Radiographers, physicists, oncologists
- No voting rights
- Cannot hold office
Student member
≤ 25,000 TZS / year
- Full-time students of medicine & allied sciences
- Attend meetings on invitation
- No voting rights
- Cannot hold office
Honorary member
Free
- Prominent persons beneficial to the society
- Exempt from subscription
- May donate voluntarily
- No voting rights
Patron
By invitation
- Distinguished figures in radiology
- Full voting rights
- Honorary-member privileges
- Only 2–3 living patrons
Fees are set by the General Body. Student membership does not exceed 25% of the full member fee.
Leadership
The people serving the society
Our Executive Committee serves two-year terms; Trustees safeguard the society’s governance and resources.
EM
Elias Mwamba
Honorary Secretary MUHAS
HM
Hassan Mrisho
Treasurer Benjamin Mkapa Hospital
PS
Peter Shayo
Committee Member Muhimbili National HospitalBoard of Trustees
RM
Rehema Msuya
Trustee Mbeya Zonal Referral Hospital
DK
David Komba
Trustee Ocean Road Cancer InstitutePatrons
PK
Prof. Charles Kaaya
Patron
PM
Prof. Mary Mtei
Patron
Events
Upcoming meetings & events
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Jan 2027
Jan 2027
Scientific meeting
Annual Scientific Conference & Workshop
Two days of scientific sessions on AI in radiology, paediatric imaging and radiation safety, with hands-on ult...
05
Jan 2027
Jan 2027
Annual General Meeting
Annual General Meeting 2026
Members will receive annual reports and amendments to the by-laws will be tabled.
03
Feb 2027
Feb 2027
Social event
Members’ Networking Evening
An informal evening for members to network and welcome new colleagues.
News
Latest from TARASO
New standing committee on membership credentials
The General Body has established a Membership & Credentials Committee to support the Executive Committee in reviewing applications...
Read moreTARASO announces its Annual Scientific Conference
Registration is now open for the TARASO Annual Scientific Conference. The programme features keynote talks on AI in radiology, pae...
Read moreAnnual General Meeting notice
Members are notified that the Annual General Meeting will be held in line with the constitution. Notice is given at least 30 days...
Read moreBe part of the future of medical imaging in Tanzania
Join radiologists, residents, radiographers and students working together for safe, high-quality imaging.
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