APOPO Foundation

APOPO is a social enterprise that researches, develops and implements detection rats technology for humanitarian purposes such as Mine Action and Tuberculosis detection. APOPO is a Belgian NGO, with headquarters in Tanzania and operations in Mozambique, Thailand, Angola and Cambodia.

Our vision

To solve pressing humanitarian challenges with detection rats technology.

Our mission

To develop detection rats technology to provide solutions for global problems and inspire positive social change.

Our core values

• 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