VODACOM NA DON BOSCO WAZINDUA MPANGO WA KUKUZA VIJANA NA MPIRA WA KIKAPU

Mkurugenzi wa Vodacom Tanzania Foundation, Zuweina Farah (kulia) na Mkurugenzi wa TEHAMA, Athumani Mlinga (kushoto), wakimkabidhi tuzo Martin Benson wa Don Bosco, Mchezaji Bora wa Mechi, katika hafla ya utiaji saini wa makubaliano kati ya Vodacom Tanzania na Salesians of Don Bosco jijini Dar es Salaam.

Mkurugenzi wa Vodacom Tanzania Foundation, Zuweina Farah (kulia), akikabidhi mpira kwa Rais wa Chama cha Mpira wa Kikapu Dar es Salaam, Shendu Mwagalla, katika hafla ya makubaliano ya kuendeleza mchezo huo Don Bosco. Tukio hilo pia liliwahusisha Padre Emilius Salema, Mkuu wa Salesians of Don Bosco Kanda ya Tanzania, pamoja na Mchezaji Bora wa Muda Wote (MVP), Baraka Sadick.

Mkurugenzi wa Vodacom Tanzania Foundation, Zuweina Farah, akiwa kwenye picha ya pamoja na Shendu Mwagalla, Padre Emilius Salema na Baraka Sadick katika hafla ya utiaji saini wa makubaliano ya kuendeleza mpira wa kikapu Don Bosco, Dar es Salaam.

Dar es Salaam, 29 Agosti 2025 – Vodacom Tanzania PLC imeingia rasmi kwenye ushirikiano na Shirika la Salesian of Don Bosco Kanda ya Tanzania, kwa kuzindua mfululizo wa miradi ya kijamii inayolenga kuwawezesha vijana na kukuza mchezo wa mpira wa kikapu jijini Dar es Salaam.

Ushirikiano huu umehalalishwa kupitia kusainiwa kwa Makubaliano ya Ushirikiano (MoU), yakionesha udhamini wa Vodacom kwa Don Bosco na Ligi ya Mpira wa Kikapu Dar es Salaam (BDL).

Ukarabati na Ufadhili wa Elimu

Kupitia mpango huu:

• Vodacom imekarabati uwanja wa mpira wa kikapu wa Don Bosco Oysterbay, na kuuweka katika hali ya kisasa na salama kwa wanamichezo chipukizi.
• Imewafadhili wanafunzi 80 katika vipindi mbalimbali vya elimu kwenye Chuo cha Ufundi Don Bosco Oysterbay, ili kuchangia maendeleo yao ya kitaaluma na binafsi.

Kauli za Viongozi

Bi. Zuweina Farah, Mkurugenzi wa Uhusiano na Mawasiliano wa Vodacom Tanzania PLC, alisema:

“Uwekezaji wetu ni zaidi ya michezo. Tumejikita kukuza uwezo wa vijana kupitia elimu na ushirikiano wa kijamii. Kwa kufadhili masomo na kuboresha miundombinu ya michezo, tunalenga kutengeneza fursa zitakazowahamasisha na kuwawezesha vijana.”

Aliongeza kuwa udhamini huu ni sehemu ya mkakati wa Vodacom wa kuimarisha ushiriki wa vijana kupitia majukwaa kama Vodacom Youth Brand (VYB).

NMB YAKABIDHI SH. BIL. 1.9 KWA VIKUNDI VYA WANAWAKE, VIJANA NA WENYE ULEMAVU JIJINI DODOMA

Dodoma, 29 Agosti 2025 – Benki ya NMB imekabidhi hundi ya zaidi ya shilingi bilioni 1.9 kwa Mkuu wa Mkoa wa Dodoma, Rosemary Senyamule, kwa ajili ya mikopo ya vikundi vya Wanawake, Vijana na Watu Wenye Ulemavu (WVU) kupitia mpango wa asilimia 10 ya mapato ya ndani ya Halmashauri ya Jiji la Dodoma.

Makabidhiano hayo yalifanyika katika hafla ya uzinduzi wa utoaji wa mikopo hiyo, ambapo Mkuu wa Mkoa Senyamule alisisitiza umuhimu wa kuhakikisha fedha hizo zinawafikia walengwa kwa wakati ili kuendeleza jitihada za Rais wa Jamhuri ya Muungano wa Tanzania katika kuwawezesha makundi maalum kiuchumi.

“Kupitia mikopo hii, wananchi watekeleze miradi yenye tija na kuhakikisha wanarejesha kwa wakati ili na wengine waweze kunufaika. Mikopo hii si zawadi, ni mkopo nafuu usio na riba, hivyo ni wajibu wa kila mnufaika kuitumia vyema,” alisema Senyamule.

Katika hafla hiyo, Mkuu wa Mkoa pia alikabidhi mikopo ya pikipiki kwa kikundi cha Bodaboda cha Kituo cha Magufuli kilichopo Mji wa Serikali Mtumba, ikiwa ni sehemu ya utekelezaji wa mpango huo.

PRIME MINISTER KASSIM MAJALIWA VISITS DAR ES SALAAM STOCK EXCHANGE OFFICES

The Prime Minister of the United Republic of Tanzania, Hon. Kassim Majaliwa, strikes a bell to mark the official listing of over 28 companies on the Dar es Salaam Stock Exchange (DSE), with a market capitalization exceeding TZS 22 trillion and more than 683,000 investor accounts, the majority of whom are youth and women. The event took place at the DSE offices in Dar es Salaam.

Minister for Finance, Hon. Dr. Mwigulu Lameck Nchemba, has said that the Government has put in place policies, laws, and regulations aimed at stimulating business, investment, and economic growth in the country.

The statement was delivered on his behalf by the Deputy Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Finance, Mr. Elijah Mwandumbya, during Prime Minister Hon. Kassim Majaliwa’s visit to the offices of the Dar es Salaam Stock Exchange (DSE) in Morocco, Dar es Salaam.

“This step is a symbol of the Sixth-Phase Government under the leadership of Her Excellency President Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan, demonstrating how conducive policy, legal, and operational environments have been created, with a strong emphasis on building an inclusive economy,” said Mr. Mwandumbya.

 

He added that the Government, through the Ministry of Finance, developed the Financial Sector Development Master Plan 2020/21–2029/30 with the aim of facilitating access to financial resources for both the public and private sectors. He noted that the DSE has matured into a modern, transparent platform linking investors with companies in need of capital.

Currently, the DSE has listed over 28 companies, with a market capitalization exceeding TZS 22 trillion. The number of investor accounts has surpassed 683,000, the majority of them youth and women.

“These are remarkable achievements that reflect the growing awareness and participation of citizens in investment, directly linking household economies to the nation’s development,” emphasized Mr. Mwandumbya.

He further highlighted that, in pursuit of the Tanzania Development Vision 2050, the Ministry of Finance and the DSE have a significant role to play in expanding the capital and securities markets within and beyond Tanzania. This includes encouraging insurance companies, banks, telecoms, and other sectors to list on the exchange in order to raise capital and drive economic growth.

“This step will also support the development of new financial products such as Green Bonds, Sukuk, and Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs), as well as strengthen digital platforms like DSE Hisa Kiganjani to reach more Tanzanians, including the diaspora. In addition, it will enhance collaboration with the private sector and regional stakeholders to boost participation from both local and foreign investors,” he added.

ABSA BANK TANZANIA POWERS THE 200 CEO'S BUSINESS FORUM 2025 AS DIAMOND SPONSOR

Deputy Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Industry and Trade, Honorable Dr. Suleiman Hassan Serera (left), presents a Certificate of Appreciation to Absa Bank Tanzania Managing Director, Mr. Obedi Laiser, in recognition of Absa’s Diamond Sponsorship during the 3rd edition of the 200 CEOs Business Forum held in Dar es Salaam.

Absa Bank Tanzania Managing Director, Mr. Obedi Laiser (centre), displays a Certificate of Appreciation shortly after receiving it from the Deputy Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Industry and Trade, Honorable Dr. Suleiman Hassan Serera (second left), during the 3rd edition of the 200 CEOs Business Forum, which was primarily sponsored by the bank, in Dar es Salaam. Looking on are some of Absa’s senior officials.

Absa Bank Tanzania Managing Director, Mr. Obedi Laiser (left), contributes to the panel discussion on the topic “Finance as a Catalyst for Business Growth in Tanzania: Strategy & Opportunities” during the Absa-sponsored 3rd edition of the 200 CEOs Business Forum, held in Dar es Salaam. Seated beside him are fellow panelists.

Dar es Salaam, 27 August 2025 — Absa Bank Tanzania reaffirmed its commitment to driving Tanzania’s real economy as the Diamond Sponsor of The 200 CEOs Business Forum, an exclusive gathering of the nation’s top corporate leaders.

The high-level event brought together government and business leaders under one roof. Guest of Honor Hon. Dr. Suleiman Hassan Serera, Deputy Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Industry and Trade, was joined by senior dignitaries including the Minister of Finance, Minister of Works, Minister of Investment and Planning, the Commissioner of the Tanzania Revenue Authority, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Finance, and the Governor of the Bank of Tanzania, among others.

Advancing a Public–Private Agenda

The forum charted a clear roadmap for public–private collaboration.

• Opening perspectives from TIC, TNBC, ZIPA and TAOMAC set a pro-investment outlook.
• Senior government leaders outlined near-term priorities to enhance competitiveness.
• Keynote address by the Guest of Honour called for coordinated action to scale jobs and exports.
• Macro update from the Bank of Tanzania guided boardroom planning.
• Absa sponsor briefing highlighted tailored financing and risk solutions to support execution on the ground.

Three focused dialogues tackled:

1. Leadership and governance,
2. Health and workforce resilience, and
3. Financing pathways to unlock growth.

The day culminated with PPP insights and a celebratory gala recognising business excellence.

Absa’s Commitment to Growth

Absa’s Diamond Sponsorship reflects its long-term partnership with both the public and private sectors. By convening policymakers and industry leaders, the forum enabled practical alignment on regulations, bankable projects, and risk-sharing structures that catalyse large-scale investment.

Mr. Obedi S. Laiser, Managing Director of Absa Bank Tanzania, said:

“This forum is more than a meeting of minds; it is a platform for decisions that move capital, create jobs, formalise value chains, and unlock export potential. As Absa, we are proud to stand with Tanzania’s business leaders at this pivotal moment. Our purpose – ‘Empowering Africa’s tomorrow, together… one story at a time’ – comes alive when we back the ambitions of CEOs and entrepreneurs with practical, well-priced, and timely financial solutions.”

STANBIC BANK URGES LOCAL CAPITAL MOBILISATION TO BOOST SOE TRANSFORMATION

Tanzania’s Deputy Prime Minister, Hon. Dr. Doto Biteko (fourth right), presents a Certificate of Appreciation to Stanbic Bank Tanzania CEO, Manzi Rwegasira, for sponsoring the Chairpersons and CEOs Forum for Public Institutions, shortly after the conference concluded in Arusha.

Arusha, 25 August 2025 – Tanzania’s state-owned enterprises (SOEs) must prioritise mobilisation of local capital and stronger financial pathways to succeed in the global economy, Stanbic Bank executives urged at the Chairpersons and CEOs Forum 2025.

Building Bridges Between Public and Private Sectors
Ester Manase Lobore, Executive Director and Head of Corporate & Investment Banking at Stanbic Bank Tanzania, described the Forum as a critical bridge connecting public and private sectors.

“We see this as an opportunity to build a new bridge of cooperation – one that links the public and private sectors for the benefit of our nation,” she said.

Over the past five years, Stanbic has channelled over USD 1 billion in affordable financing into strategic projects, reinforcing the role of financial institutions in aligning investment with national priorities.

Leveraging Strengths for Transformation
Manzi Rwegasira, Chief Executive of Stanbic Bank Tanzania, emphasised that real transformation happens when SOEs provide foundational services and infrastructure, while the private sector brings capital, innovation, and expertise. He highlighted three key areas for future competitiveness:

1. Financing transformative projects
2. Digitising systems for efficiency and transparency
3. Building institutional capacity through technical expertise

VODACOM TANZANIA LAUNCHES ESG REPORT: “CONNECTING FOR GOOD – PEOPLE, PLANET AND POSSIBILITIES”

Minister of State, President’s Office – Planning and Investment, Prof. Kitila Mkumbo (right), cuts a ribbon to launch Vodacom Tanzania’s ESG Report, “Connecting for Good: People, Planet and Possibilities,” alongside Managing Director Philip Besiimire. The report highlights technology’s role in transforming lives, promoting social inclusion, and driving sustainable development. The launch took place on August 26 in Dar es Salaam.

Dar es Salaam, 26 August 2025 – Vodacom Tanzania has officially launched its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report under the theme “Connecting for Good: People, Planet and Possibilities.”

The report highlights how communication services are transforming lives, driving social inclusion, and fueling sustainable development across the country.

The launch event, held in Dar es Salaam, was graced by the Minister of State, President’s Office – Planning and Investment, Prof. Kitila Mkumbo, together with Vodacom Tanzania Managing Director, Philip Besiimire.

In his remarks, Prof. Mkumbo urged stronger collaboration between the public and private sectors:

“Traditionally, government is seen as the tax collector and the private sector as the taxpayer. We must look beyond this and recognize each side as a critical partner in nation-building. True collaboration should deliver positive results,” he said.

On his part, Philip Besiimire, Managing Director of Vodacom Tanzania, emphasized the role of communication services in creating meaningful change:

“This ESG Report reflects our commitment to the people of Tanzania. Communication is not just about towers and cables; it is about creating opportunities, empowering communities, and ensuring no one is left behind,” he noted.

OYA MICRO-CREDIT EXPANDS ACCESS TO FINANCE, EMPOWERS THOUSANDS THROUGH EASY ACCESS LOANS

RNAQ Group President and OYA Founder, Mr. Richard Nii Armah Quaye (second left), is welcomed to Tanzania by Mr. Alpha Peter, Director of OYA Micro-credit Tanzania Ltd. Also pictured are Dr. Kobbina Tuyee Auwah (left), Group Chairman, and Mr. Nicholas Nii Armah Van-Aryee (right), Group Director for Investment and Corporate Relations. The visit marks the start of Mr. Quaye’s official business mission to Tanzania from Ghana.

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – OYA Micro-credit Tanzania, a company dedicated to providing accessible loans, has within just a few years of operations in the country empowered thousands of Tanzanians through simple, collateral-free credit facilities that have boosted household incomes and improved livelihoods.

Speaking upon his arrival in Tanzania, Mr. Richard Nii Armah Quaye, President of RNAQ Companies and a leading African entrepreneur who owns OYA, emphasized the firm’s strong commitment to financial inclusion. He highlighted that thousands of Tanzanians have already benefited from OYA’s flexible loan services, and pledged to further expand support for local communities. He also noted that the company has created numerous employment opportunities for Tanzanian youth, both in Dar es Salaam and across the regions.

Adding his voice, Dr. Kobbina Tuyee Auwah, Group Chairman and co-investor in OYA, reaffirmed their commitment to Tanzania, describing it as “home.” He expressed pride in continuing to invest in the country and improving the lives of Tanzanians, while recalling the long-standing friendship between Ghana and Tanzania that dates back to the historic ties of the late Founding Fathers, Mwalimu Julius Kambarage Nyerere of Tanzania and Kwame Nkrumah of Ghana.

PUMA ENERGY YAWASHAURI TAASISI ZA UMMA KUBORESHA UTENDAJI NA HUDUMA

Dar es Salaam – Mkurugenzi Mtendaji wa Puma Energy Tanzania, Bi. Fatma M. Abdallah, ametoa rai kwa Taasisi za Umma (SOEs) kuachana na urasimu na kuzingatia mbinu bunifu za kisasa zitakazoharakisha utoaji wa huduma kwa wananchi.

Akizungumza mbele ya Wenyeviti wa Bodi na Wakurugenzi Wakuu wa mashirika ya umma, Bi. Abdallah alisisitiza umuhimu wa kuanzisha mifumo thabiti inayojengwa juu ya utawala bora, uwazi, matumizi sahihi ya data, biashara endelevu na viashiria vya utendaji (KPIs) ili kuongeza ufanisi na matokeo bora ya huduma.

Kwa upande wa Puma Energy Tanzania, Bi. Abdallah alisema kampuni inajivunia mafanikio chanya yaliyopatikana kupitia mfumo wa nguzo tano unaojikita katika:

1. Uongozi thabiti
2. Mageuzi ya sera
3. Miundombinu ya kidijitali
4. Nguvu kazi yenye wepesi
5. Utamaduni wa utendaji unaoendeshwa na matokeo

Kupitia mfumo huu, Puma Energy imeweza kuboresha huduma zake, kuongeza ufanisi na kuendelea kujenga imani kwa wadau wake.

DAR ES SALAAM PORT HANDLES RECORD 27.7 MILLION TONNES OF CARGO IN 2024/25

Dar es Salaam, August 2025 – The Tanzania Ports Authority (TPA) has announced a historic milestone after the Port of Dar es Salaam handled 27.7 million tonnes of cargo in the 2024/25 financial year.

This marks a sharp increase from 18 million tonnes in 2021/22 and 23.69 million tonnes in 2023/24, making it the strongest performance in the port’s history.

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Key Drivers of Growth

Speaking on behalf of TPA Director General Plasduce Mbossa, Acting Dar es Salaam Port Director Abed Galluscredited the achievement to:

• Government investments in port reforms and infrastructure.
• Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) with DP World (Berths 0–7) and Tanzania East Africa Gateway Terminal Limited – TEAGTL (Berths 8–11).
• The Dar es Salaam Maritime Gateway Project (DMGP), which deepened and reinforced the harbour to 14.5 metres, enabling larger vessels.

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Efficiency Gains

• Turnaround time for container ships reduced from 10 days to 3 days.
• Larger vessels now making port calls – from 15,000 tonnes previously to 50,000–65,000 tonnes per vessel.
• Nearly 4 million tonnes of cargo added in just one year (2023/24 vs. 2024/25).

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Strategic Importance

Mr. Gallus emphasized that:

• The Port of Dar es Salaam handles 95% of Tanzania’s seaborne cargo.
• Every operational improvement reduces logistics costs and boosts predictability.
• Diverting cargo to Kwala Dry Port has helped ease yard congestion and city traffic.

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Looking Ahead

To sustain momentum, TPA is focusing on:

• Routine maintenance and system upgrades.
• Digital integration and streamlined documentation.
• Stronger engagement with private partners and port users.

“With the capacity and efficiency now in place, we call on clients and stakeholders to continue using the Port of Dar es Salaam. Together, we can drive both business success and national development,” said Gallus.

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✨ Bottom Line: Dar es Salaam Port is fast emerging as a regional trade hub, setting a new benchmark in efficiency, cargo volume, and global competitiveness.

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Source: Daily News

NMB YADHAMINI NA KUSHIRIKI KIKAO KAZI CHA WENYEVITI WA BODI NA WAKUU WA TAASISI ZA UMMA (CEOs FORUM 2025)

Arusha, Agosti 25, 2025 – Benki ya NMB imedhamini na kushiriki kwenye Kikao Kazi cha Wenyeviti wa Bodi na Watendaji Wakuu wa Taasisi za Umma (CEOs Forum 2025) kinachoendelea katika Ukumbi wa Kimataifa wa Mikutano wa Arusha (AICC).

Ujumbe wa NMB katika kikao hicho unaongozwa na David Nchimbi, Mwenyekiti wa Bodi ya Wakurugenzi wa benki hiyo, pamoja na Juma Kimori, Afisa Mkuu wa Fedha na Kaimu Afisa Mtendaji Mkuu.

Kikao kazi hicho cha siku tatu kimewakutanisha viongozi zaidi ya 650 kutoka Taasisi, Mashirika na Wakala wa Serikali, kwa lengo la kujadili masuala muhimu ya kiutendaji na kimkakati yanayohusu taasisi za umma nchini.

Kaulimbiu ya kikao hicho ni:
“Kujenga Ushirikiano Endelevu katika Mazingira ya Ushindani wa Kimataifa – Wajibu wa Mashirika ya Umma.”

NCBA GOLF SERIES 2025: NUMBERS THAT MATTER – MAISHA NI HESABU

The iconic TPDF Lugalo Golf Club in Dar es Salaam provided a fitting stage for the launch of NCBA Bank Tanzania’s flagship thematic campaign, Numbers That Matter – Maisha ni Hesabu, during the 2025 NCBA Golf Series. The tournament drew more than 140 golfers, alongside business leaders and policymakers, and served as the perfect platform to showcase how the Bank’s philosophy of intentional decision-making translates into real impact.

Representing NCBA at the launch, Rahim Suleiman, Head of Global Markets, emphasized that Maisha ni Hesabu is more than a slogan – it is a guiding principle for the Bank. He likened golf to finance, noting that every decision and every stroke carries consequences that shape outcomes. Whether it is families planning their future, businesses pursuing growth, or communities striving for sustainability, NCBA ensures that numbers are not only counted but that they truly matter.

The Guest of Honour, Major General Wilbert Ibuge, commended NCBA for using sport as a platform for empowerment while contributing to national progress. He applauded the campaign’s focus on accountability and inclusion, describing it as a philosophy that aligns with Tanzania’s development journey. He also praised NCBA’s investments in sustainability, pointing out that initiatives like Maisha ni Hesabu are vital in nurturing responsible citizens and resilient communities.

VODACOM TANZANIA REPORTS STRONG GROWTH AND PURPOSE-DRIVEN IMPACT IN FY2025

The Chairman of the Board of Directors of Vodacom Tanzania, David Tarimo (center), Managing Director Philip Besiimire (left), and Finance Director Hilda Bujiku (right), speak during the Annual General Meeting at Vodacom Headquarters in Dar es Salaam, where they announced the company’s financial results for the fiscal year 2025, highlighting strong revenue and profit growth.

Dar es Salaam, August 21, 2025 – Vodacom Tanzania PLC has announced impressive financial and operational results for the year ended 31 March 2025, highlighting strong growth, strategic investments, and continued delivery on its purpose of empowering individuals, protecting the environment, and building trust.

During the year, service revenue grew by 20.5% to TZS 1.5 trillion, driven by robust customer additions and strong uptake of M-Pesa and data services. Net profit after tax surged 69.4% to TZS 90.5 billion, boosted by efficiency measures that delivered TZS 59 billion in cost savings. Vodacom added 3 million new customers, closing the year with 22.6 million users.

M-Pesa remained a key growth driver, with revenue up 29.3% and transaction value expanding 33.8% year-on-year. The company also advanced financial inclusion with innovative services such as:

• M-Koba – a group savings platform now serving 1.3 million customers, over half of them women.
• M-Wekeza – a mobile wealth management solution that attracted TZS 25 billion in deposits within months of launch.
• Lipa kwa Simu – Vodacom’s digital payments platform, which processed over TZS 1 trillion in monthly transactions.
• Short-term loans and Songesha overdrafts, which disbursed over TZS 3 trillion, supporting individuals and merchants nationwide.

Meanwhile, mobile data revenue grew 21.6%, supported by a 33.4% increase in smartphone penetration and continued network investment. Vodacom deployed 471 new 4G sites, including 126 sites in underserved rural areasthrough a partnership with the Universal Communications Service Access Fund (UCSAF).

“Our performance this year reflects the strength of our strategy and our unwavering commitment to connecting Tanzanians to a better future. Through innovation and partnership, we are bridging the digital and financial divide,” said Philip Besiimire, Managing Director of Vodacom Tanzania.

NMB YABORESHA UHUSIANO NA WATEJA WA BIASHARA KUPITIA NMB BUSINESS CLUB – DODOMA

Dodoma – Benki ya NMB imeendelea kuimarisha uhusiano wake na wateja wa kibiashara kwa kutoa elimu na ufafanuzi kuhusu huduma na masuluhisho mbalimbali ya kifedha kupitia NMB Business Club, iliyoandaliwa jijini Dodoma jana.

Meneja Mwandamizi wa Idara ya Biashara Makao Makuu ya NMB, Reynold Tony, alisema benki hiyo ina dhamira ya kuhakikisha wafanyabiashara wanapata uelewa mpana juu ya bidhaa na mipango ya kifedha inayotolewa na NMB ili kuongeza tija na ukuaji wa biashara zao.

Kwa upande wake, Kaimu Meneja wa NMB Kanda ya Kati, Amos Mubusi, alisema mikutano ya aina hiyo ni fursa ya kipekee kwa benki na wafanyabiashara kubadilishana mawazo, changamoto na suluhisho. Aliongeza kuwa hatua hiyo inaimarisha uhusiano wa kibiashara na kuchochea maendeleo ya uchumi wa taifa.

EQUITY BANK YACHANGIA MADAWATI 100 SHULE YA SEKONDARI YA WASICHANA NYANKUMBU – GEITA

Geita – Serikali wilayani Geita imezitaka taasisi mbalimbali nchini kuendelea kujitolea kusaidia sekta ya elimu kama njia ya kuchangia maendeleo ya taifa.

Akizungumza wakati wa kupokea msaada wa madawati 100 yenye thamani ya zaidi ya shilingi milioni 10 yaliyotolewa na Equity Bank Tanzania kwa Shule ya Sekondari ya Wasichana Nyankumbu, Afisa Tarafa wa Wilaya ya Geita Moreen Komanya alisema hatua hiyo inaunga mkono jitihada za Serikali ya Awamu ya Sita.

“Tunazihimiza taasisi nyingine pia zione umuhimu wa kusaidia sekta ya elimu kwa kuwa ndiyo msingi wa maendeleo ya taifa letu,” alisema Komanya.

 

Kwa upande wake, Meneja Mkuu wa Kitengo cha Biashara cha Equity Bank Tanzania Leah Ayoub alisema benki hiyo imekuwa ikijikita katika kuunga mkono jamii kwa maendeleo endelevu sambamba na huduma za kifedha.

“Mbali na msaada huu, tumezindua pia tawi jipya la benki mjini Geita ili kuongeza upatikanaji wa huduma za kifedha na kuhakikisha ujumuishaji wa kifedha unakuwa na manufaa kwa jamii yote ya Watanzania,” alisema Ayoub.

MASHINDANO YA MPIRA WA KIKAPU YA MAKAMPUNI YA KICHINA YANAJENGA MADARAJA YA KIBIASHARA

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – Jumanne 19 Agosti 2025: Mashindano ya 12 ya Mpira wa Kikapu ya Makampuni ya Kichina yameanza leo katika Kituo cha Vijana cha Don Bosco, Upanga, na yataendelea hadi Jumapili, 24 Agosti 2025. Yakiandaliwa na Chama cha Makampuni ya Kichina nchini Tanzania, mashindano haya yanawaleta pamoja wafanyabiashara na wafanyakazi wa Kichina kwa wiki moja ya michezo, mshikamano na maingiliano ya kitamaduni.

Zaidi ya michezo, mashindano haya yanatumika kama jukwaa la kujenga uhusiano wa kijamii kati ya viongozi wa biashara, wafanyakazi na jamii, yakichochea imani na kuweka msingi wa ushirikiano wa kiuchumi wa muda mrefu.

Makampuni ya Kichina yameendelea kuwa nguvu kubwa katika sekta mbalimbali za uchumi wa Tanzania ikiwemo ujenzi, miundombinu, nishati, utengenezaji na biashara. Uwekezaji wao umekuwa ukileta ajira, teknolojia na kuimarisha minyororo ya usambazaji. Pamoja na miradi mikubwa, matukio kama haya ya michezo huchangia kimya kimya katika kujenga mahusiano thabiti na ya muda mrefu.

“Mashindano haya yanaonyesha upande wa kibinadamu wa biashara. Yanawaleta watu kutoka tamaduni tofauti, yanajenga mshikamano wa kijamii na kuthibitisha kuwa ushirikiano si jambo linalowezekana pekee, bali pia lenye manufaa,” alisema Ester Manase, Mkuu wa Idara ya Uwekezaji na Biashara Benki ya Stanbic Tanzania.

EQUITY BANK YAANDAA KONGAMANO KUBORESHA UPATIKANAJI WA MIKOPO KWA WAJASIRIAMALI

Benki ya Equity imeandaa kongamano maalum kwa ajili ya wafanyabiashara na wajasiriamali nchini, chenye lengo la kuwajengea uwezo wa kukuza biashara na kupata fursa za kifedha kupitia mikopo.

Kongamano hilo limekusanya wadau mbalimbali kutoka sekta ya biashara na fedha kwa ajili ya kujadili changamoto zinazowakabili wafanyabiashara wengi, hususan tatizo la kutopata mikopo kutokana na kukosa utambulisho wa kifedha.

Akizungumza katika kongamano hilo, Meneja Mkuu wa Biashara wa Benki ya Equity, Leah Ayoub, alisema changamoto kubwa kwa wajasiriamali ni kutokutambulika katika mifumo ya benki.

“Wajasiriamali wengi hawajengi historia ya kifedha kwa sababu fedha zao haziendi kupitia benki. Hali hii inasababisha wakose rekodi ya kuonyesha mwenendo wa biashara zao. Equity imejipanga kusaidia kundi hili kwa elimu ya kifedha na mifumo rahisi ya kibenki ili kuwawezesha kukidhi vigezo vya kupata mikopo,” alisema.

Kwa upande wake, Emerald Mutajwaa, Meneja Biashara wa Benki ya Equity Mkoa wa Mwanza, alieleza kuwa benki imekuwa ikijikita katika kusogeza huduma karibu na wateja wake ili kuhakikisha hata wajasiriamali wa mikoani wanapata nafasi ya kufaidika na mikopo.

“Lengo letu ni kuhakikisha kila mfanyabiashara, awe mdogo au mkubwa, anapata nafasi ya kutumia huduma za kibenki ili kuboresha biashara yake,” alisisitiza.

VODACOM YASHEREHEKEA MIAKA 25 KWA BONANZA LA MICHEZO ARUSHA

Arusha, Tanzania – Vodacom Tanzania PLC imeadhimisha miaka 25 tangu kuanzishwa kwake kwa kuandaa bonanza la michezo jijini Arusha mwishoni mwa wiki, likiwa limekusanya wateja, mashabiki wa michezo na familia kusherehekea robo karne ya mafanikio ya kampuni hiyo.

Mpira wa miguu kitovu cha sherehe

Tukio hilo lilihitimishwa kwa mchezo wa soka ambapo Kuza FC ilinyakua ubingwa dhidi ya Kitambi Noma FC baada ya pambano la kuvutia. Kapteni wa Kuza FC, Gabriel Mwandembwa, alipokea kombe kutoka kwa Makamu Mwenyekiti wa Chama cha Soka cha Arusha (ARFA), Jame Rugagila.

Michezo mbalimbali ya kijamii

Mbali na mpira wa miguu, wageni walishiriki michezo na burudani tofauti ikiwemo:

• Michezo ya video ya FIFA
• Mashindano ya kuendesha magari kwa simu
• Kuvuta kamba
• Kukimbia huku wakiwa wamevaa magunia

Hii ilifanya tukio hilo kuwa la burudani na la kufurahisha kwa kila mtu aliyeshiriki.

SERIKALI YAIPONGEZA NMB KWA KUCHANGIA MILIONI 30/- TAIFA STARS CHAN 2024

NA MWANDISHI WETU, DAR ES SALAAM

Serikali imeishukuru na kuipongeza Benki ya NMB kwa mchango wa Shilingi Milioni 30/- ili kuhamasisha mashabiki na wachezaji wa Taifa Stars kuelekea mchezo wa robo fainali ya Michuano ya Mataifa ya Afrika kwa Wachezaji wa Ndani (CHAN 2024) dhidi ya Morocco, utakaochezwa Ijumaa, Agosti 22, kwenye Uwanja wa Benjamin Mkapa jijini Dar es Salaam.

Serikali yashukuru na kutoa wito kwa wadau

Akizungumza wakati wa kupokea hundi ya mfano ya mchango huo, Katibu Mkuu wa Wizara ya Habari, Utamaduni, Sanaa na Michezo, Gerson Msigwa, aliishukuru NMB kwa mchango huo na kusisitiza kuwa benki hiyo imeonesha mfano wa kuigwa katika kuunga mkono jitihada za Rais Samia Suluhu Hassan.

“Serikali inawashukuru sana NMB. Wizara itamuorodhesha Afisa Mtendaji Mkuu wa NMB, Bi. Ruth Zaipuna, kama mmoja wa wanamichezo wa kupigiwa mfano. NMB ni ndugu zetu na mchango huu ni wa kupongezwa,” alisema Msigwa.

 

Aidha, Msigwa alitoa wito kwa makampuni, mashirika na taasisi nyingine kuunga mkono jitihada hizo, akisisitiza kuwa huu ndio wakati wa Watanzania wote kushirikiana kuhakikisha Taifa Stars inafanya vizuri.

Mgawanyo wa fedha za NMB

Kwa mujibu wa maelezo ya Mkuu wa Idara ya Mauzo na Mtandao wa Matawi ya NMB, Donatus Richard, kati ya Shilingi Milioni 30 zilizotolewa:

• Sh. Mil. 20 zitanunua tiketi kwa mashabiki 10,000 watakaohamasishwa kushangilia uwanjani.
• Sh. Mil. 10 ni motisha kwa wachezaji wa Taifa Stars.

5 YEARS OF STRONG LEADERSHIP, INTEGRITY, HUMILITY, VISION, AND IMPACT

Kitomari Banking & Finance Blog congratulates Ruth Zaipuna, the first Tanzanian CEO of NMB Bank, on successfully completing five years of outstanding leadership.

Ruth Zaipuna has been a pillar of strength in the banking sector, driving people development, digital transformation, good governance, social initiatives, and increasing the bank’s market value.

Wishing her continued success as she embarks on the next chapter of achievements at NMB Bank.

MIAKA 5 YA UONGOZI MADHUBUTI, UADILIFU, UNYENYEKEVU, MAONO NA MATOKEO MAKUBWA

Kitomari Banking & Finance Blog leo inatoa pongezi kubwa kwa Ruth Zaipuna, Afisa Mtendaji Mkuu wa kwanza Mtanzania wa Benki ya NMB, kwa kufanikisha miaka mitano ya uongozi wa mafanikio katika nafasi hiyo.

Ruth Zaipuna amekuwa nguzo muhimu katika sekta ya benki nchini, kupitia uwekezaji kwa watu, mageuzi ya kidijitali, utawala bora, miradi ya kijamii, na kuongeza thamani ya benki sokoni.

Kila la heri katika kuanza safari nyingine ya mafanikio ndani ya Benki ya NMB.

ABSA GROUP REPORTS 17% HEADLINE EARNINGS GROWTH IN H1 2025, SUPPORTED BY LOWER IMPAIRMENTS

Absa Group, Chief Executive Officer - Kenny Fihla.

Salient Points

• Revenue rose 5% to R56.5 billion
• Pre-provision profit increased 4% to R26.4 billion
• Impairments decreased 14% to R7.2 billion
• Credit-loss ratio improved to 100 basis points (bps) from 123 bps
• Headline earnings increased 17% to R11.9 billion
• Operating costs grew 6% to R30.0 billion
• Cost-to-income ratio increased to 53.2% from 52.7%
• Dividend per share increased 15% to 785 cents
• Return on equity increased to 14.8% from 14.0%
• Common Equity Tier 1 (CET1) ratio of 12.5%, slightly lower than the prior year (12.7%)

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Absa Group delivered strong earnings growth for the first half of 2025, reflecting the successful execution of its strategic priorities. Headline earnings rose 17% as credit impairments declined and pre-provision profit grew.

Revenue growth was underpinned by strong non-interest income and stable net interest income, reflecting solid divisional contributions. Geographically, the Group’s South African operations delivered double-digit earnings growth, mainly due to lower impairments, while Africa regions’ performance was supported by strong pre-provision profit growth and customer acquisition.

“Our interim earnings performance demonstrates good progress on strategic priorities during this period, including operational reorganisation, divisional alignment, and enhanced client focus. Headline earnings increased 17% and our return on equity continues to improve, showing the benefit of our diversified footprint with operations in 16 countries,” said Kenny Fihla, who joined Absa Group as Chief Executive Officer on 17 June 2025.

MIAKA 28 YA EXIM BANK: SAFARI YA UKUAJI, UBUNIFU NA KUSONGA MBELE PAMOJA NA WEWE

Mkurugenzi Mtendaji Mkuu wa Exim Bank Tanzania, Jaffari Matundu (kulia), akikata keki wakati wa maadhimisho ya miaka 28 ya benki hiyo, yaliyofanyika katika makao makuu jijini Dar es Salaam, Agosti 15, 2025. Kushoto ni Eugen Massawe, Mkuu wa Uendeshaji wa Matawi wa benki hiyo.

Afisa Mtendaji Mkuu wa Exim Bank Tanzania, Jaffari Matundu, akizungumza na wafanyakazi wakati wa maadhimisho ya miaka 28 ya benki hiyo, yaliyofanyika katika Makao Makuu yake jijini Dar es Salaam, Agosti 15, 2025.

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – 15 Agosti 2025: Benki ya Exim Tanzania, moja ya taasisi kinara za kifedha nchini na ukanda huu, imeadhimisha miaka 28 tangu kuanzishwa kwake, ikiwa na kaulimbiu ya mwaka huu “Miaka 28 ya Kusonga Mbele Pamoja na Wewe.”

Hafla ya maadhimisho hayo imefanyika katika makao makuu ya benki hiyo – Exim Tower, jijini Dar es Salaam, na imewakutanisha wafanyakazi pamoja na menejimenti kutafakari safari ya benki tangu ilipoanza mwaka 1997. Ni safari iliyojaa ukuaji, ubunifu, na huduma zinazomtanguliza mteja katika kila hatua.

Kutoka Tawi Moja Hadi Benki ya Kimataifa

Safari ya Exim imekuwa ya mafanikio makubwa – kutoka tawi moja pekee lililokuwa Mtaa wa Samora, Dar es Salaam, hadi kuwa taasisi ya kimataifa yenye matawi katika Comoro, Djibouti na Uganda. Ukuaji huu umejengwa juu ya misingi ya benki hiyo: Uwezo wa Kubadilika, Uhakika, Uadilifu, Utaalamu na Bidii ya Kutosheleza Mahitaji ya Wateja.

Kauli ya CEO

Akizungumza katika hotuba yake kwa wafanyakazi, Afisa Mtendaji Mkuu wa Exim Tanzania, Bw. Jaffari Matundu, alisema:

“‘Wewe’ katika kaulimbiu hii ni kumbukumbu ya wafanyakazi wetu mahiri – moyo na roho ya benki hii – na pia wateja wetu, wanaotuamini na ndoto zao, fedha zao, na maisha yao ya baadaye. Tunaposherehekea miaka 28, hatuangalii tu tulichojenga nyuma yetu, bali tunatazama mbele kwa yale ambayo bado tunaweza kufanikisha pamoja.”

NMB ‘YAWAPIGA MSASA’ WAZAZI, WALEZI WA WANAFUNZI AL-RAHMAH COMPLEX

Na Mwandishi Wetu, Mkuranga

Kuelekea Mitihani ya Taifa ya mwisho wa mwaka kwa wanafunzi wa shule za msingi na sekondari, Benki ya NMB imewataka wazazi na walezi kujenga msingi imara wa maisha bora ya watoto wao kwa kuwazoesha utamaduni chanya wa kuweka akiba kwa ajili ya maendeleo ya kielimu na kimaisha.

Wito huo ulitolewa na Meneja wa NMB Tawi la Mkuranga, Godwin Manimo, katika mahafali ya tatu na ya tano ya wanafunzi wa Kidato cha Nne na Darasa la Saba wa shule za Al-Rahmah Complex, yaliyofanyika Mkuranga mkoani Pwani chini ya usimamizi wa Al-Rahmah Development Complex.

Mitihani ya Taifa ya Darasa la Saba, inayoandaliwa na Baraza la Mitihani la Taifa (NECTA), imepangwa kufanyika Septemba 10 na 11 mwaka huu, huku ile ya Kidato cha Nne ikianza Novemba 10, 2025. Wanafunzi wa Al-Rahmah wataungana na wenzao kote nchini kuhitimisha hatua moja ya elimu kabla ya kuanza nyingine mwaka 2026.

Akizungumza katika mahafali hayo yaliyodhaminiwa na NMB kupitia Akaunti za Mtoto na Chipukizi, Manimo aliwapongeza wazazi na walezi kwa kujitoa na kuwekeza katika elimu ya watoto wao.

STANDARD CHARTERED STRENGTHENS CLIENT PARTNERSHIPS THROUGH ‘OPS TO OPS’

Christopher Vuhahula, Standard Chartered Bank Chief Technology and Operations Officer.

Panel Discussion: From left, Gloria Sabasaba Moshingi – Trade Operations Manager, Standard Chartered Bank; Florian Muhochi – Specialist, Financial Market Operations; Paulina Massawe – Manager, Custody Operations, Standard Chartered Bank; Hellen Mrope – Manager, Standard Chartered Bank; and Pendo Tarimo – Head of Trade Services, Standard Chartered Bank.

15 August 2025, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – Standard Chartered Tanzania hosted its signature Ops to Ops (O2O) event, bringing together the Bank’s operations teams and clients’ operations staff for an interactive session focused on collaboration, feedback, and co-creation.

Designed for the engine room of both organisations — the teams who process transactions daily — O2O fosters stronger working relationships, improves efficiency, and celebrates service excellence. Participants from Global Subsidiaries, Local Corporates and Financial Institutions joined discussions on process improvements, client education, and new product ideas.

Highlights included a cyber security awareness session led by Matthew Guy Bottomley, Director, Client Threat Intelligence & Engagement from the UK, and recognition of individuals and teams who have driven exceptional client service.

NMB KIJJI DAY KUENDELEA KUELIMISHA JAMII KUHUSU USALAMA WA FEDHA VIJIJINI

Mwandishi Wetu, Morogoro

Benki ya NMB imeahidi kuendelea na juhudi za kutoa elimu ya fedha kwa wananchi vijijini, ili kuzuia hasara zinazotokana na kutunza fedha sehemu zisizo salama kama kuzifukia ardhini, kuweka chini ya godoro au ndani ya nyumba.

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NMB Yawaendea Wananchi Moja kwa Moja

Akizungumza katika tamasha la NMB Kijiji Day lililofanyika Misongeni, Morogoro, Meneja wa NMB Kanda ya Kati, Janeth Shango, alisema benki itaendeleza mbinu mpya za kupeleka elimu moja kwa moja vijijini, ikiwemo:

• Kushirikiana na wananchi kupitia michezo na burudani
• Kuwapa elimu ya kifedha
• Kutoa suluhu za kifedha kwa wananchi

Shango aliongeza kuwa mpango huu utasaidia kuondoa changamoto za upatikanaji wa huduma za kibenki, hususan maeneo ya mbali yenye ukosefu wa miundombinu.

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Elimu Inavyookoa Fedha za Wananchi

“Utafiti wetu umebaini wananchi wengi hupoteza fedha kwa kuzihifadhi sehemu zisizo salama. NMB imeimarisha kampeni za kutoa elimu vijijini ili kusaidia wananchi kutunza fedha kwa usalama,” alisema Janeth Shango.