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APOPO vzw

APOPO's mission is to develop detection rats technology to provide solutions for global problems and inspire positive social change. APOPO's vision is to solve pressing humanitarian challenges with …

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33
Integrity Assessment
Limited data available
33/100 · methodology
This score reflects limited public data, not concerns about the organization.

About APOPO vzw

APOPO's mission is to develop detection rats technology to provide solutions for global problems and inspire positive social change. APOPO's vision is to solve pressing humanitarian challenges with detection rats technology. Our core values are: Quality - Demonstrating and promoting high standards in research, design, training and implementation of detection rats technology. Social Transformation - Developing skills, creating jobs, improving socio-economic and environmental conditions, releasing land for development, and combating public health issues. Innovation - Pioneering creative research and innovative solutions within a participatory learning culture. Diversity - Embracing diversity in all facets of the organization with respect to age, gender, religion, sexual orientation, physical abilities, nationality or ethnicity.

Headquarters
Morogoro, Tanzania
Operating in
7 countries

Mission

APOPO's mission is to develop detection rats technology to provide solutions for global problems and inspire positive social change. APOPO's vision is to solve pressing humanitarian challenges with detection rats technology. Our core values are: Quality - Demonstrating and promoting high standards in research, design, training and implementation of detection rats technology. Social Transformation - Developing skills, creating jobs, improving socio-economic and environmental conditions, releasing land for development, and combating public health issues. Innovation - Pioneering creative research and innovative solutions within a participatory learning culture. Diversity - Embracing diversity in all facets of the organization with respect to age, gender, religion, sexual orientation, physical abilities, nationality or ethnicity.

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where
Animal Welfare
Operating countries (7)
Angola Azerbaijan Cambodia Ethiopia Tanzania Turkey Ukraine

How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 5 similar animal welfare in Tanzania
Integrity Assessment This charity: 33
Peer average: 29

Red flags

· All clear
NiS deregistration
OFAC / EU / UN sanctions
Open investigations
Governance scandals
Related-party deals
Excessive exec comp

Common questions

· Auto-generated from filings + methodology

APOPO vzw is a registered animal welfare nonprofit based in Morogoro, Tanzania, Tanzania. It is registered with the National Information System (NiS). It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 33/100 (Limited data available). This reflects limited public data, not concerns about the organization. This is above the average of 29/100 for animal welfare charities in Tanzania.

APOPO vzw has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 33/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 33 ('Limited data available') reflects limited public data, not concerns about the organization. This is common for smaller, newer, or non-US charities that file fewer public records. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for animal welfare charities in Tanzania is 29/100.

APOPO vzw is located in Morogoro, Tanzania, Tanzania. Its registered address is PO Box 3078.

APOPO vzw is classified as a Animal Welfare organization, registered in Tanzania.

APOPO vzw has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 33/100. We recommend reviewing the full profile before making a donation decision. The organization is overseen by the Registrar of Societies. You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research purposes and does not endorse any organization. Always do your own due diligence.

APOPO's mission is to develop detection rats technology to provide solutions for global problems and inspire positive social change. APOPO's vision is to solve pressing humanitarian challenges with detection rats technology. Our core values are: Quality - Demonstrating and promoting high standards in research, design, training and implementation of detection rats technology. Social Transformation - Developing skills, creating jobs, improving socio-economic and environmental conditions, releasing land for development, and combating public health issues. Innovation - Pioneering creative research and innovative solutions within a participatory learning culture. Diversity - Embracing diversity in all facets of the organization with respect to age, gender, religion, sexual orientation, physical abilities, nationality or ethnicity. APOPO vzw is classified as a animal welfare organization registered in Tanzania.

Among animal welfare charities registered in Tanzania: APOPO vzw's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 33/100 is above the peer average of 29/100.

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Peer charities

Other animal welfare in Tanzania, by integrity assessment

Sources and verification

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Registration and legal identity
Tanzania Ministry of Home Affairs
News and media coverage
GDELT Project + Google News
Supplementary verification
GlobalGiving partner directory

Data freshness

Last updated
Mar 4, 2026
Profile completeness
35%

What we don't know

Honest gaps - our score reflects transparency, not impact

Financial filings
No annual financial filings on file
Executive compensation
Top-officer pay not disclosed
Named leadership
Board and officer list not yet indexed
Programs & projects
No named programs listed by the charity
Tax-deductibility status
Whether donations are tax-deductible has not been verified
Founding date
Year the organisation was founded not on file

Methodology

GiveRadar combines public registry filings, ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer, Charity Navigator, GuideStar, and news archives into a single 0-100 integrity assessment. We don't take a cut of any donation, ever.

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Quick facts about APOPO vzw

What is APOPO vzw?
APOPO vzw is a animal welfare nonprofit organization based in Morogoro, Tanzania. APOPO's mission is to develop detection rats technology to provide solutions for global problems and inspire positive social change. APOPO's vision is to solve pressing humanitarian challenges with detection rats technology. Our core values are: Quality - Demonstrating and promoting high standards in research, design, training and implementation of detection rats technology. Social Transformation - Developing skills, creating jobs, improving socio-economic and environmental conditions, releasing land for development, and combating public health issues. Innovation - Pioneering creative research and innovative solutions within a participatory learning culture. Diversity - Embracing diversity in all facets of the organization with respect to age, gender, religion, sexual orientation, physical abilities, nationality or ethnicity.
Where is APOPO vzw located?
Headquartered in Morogoro, Tanzania. The charity operates in 7 countries.
Is APOPO vzw trustworthy?
APOPO vzw has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 33 out of 100 (Limited data available). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
What is APOPO vzw's website?
https://www.apopo.org
Are donations to APOPO vzw tax-deductible?
Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of Tanzania under local rules. US donors should check whether the charity has an equivalency-determination letter or a US-based fiscal sponsor before claiming a deduction.