TRA NA SICPA WATUMIA TEKNOLOJIA KULINDA WALAJI NA KUSAIDIA MAENDELEO YA TAIFA

Na Mwandishi Wetu – Dar es Salaam
04 Julai 2025

Katika kuendeleza dhamira yake ya kuimarisha uwazi, uwajibikaji, na uchumi jumuishi, Mamlaka ya Mapato Tanzania (TRA), kwa kushirikiana na SICPA Tanzania, inaendelea kuelimisha umma kuhusu nafasi ya teknolojia katika kulinda walaji, kuhakikisha ulipaji sahihi wa kodi, na kulinda uchumi wa Taifa.

Kukabiliana na Bidhaa Bandia kwa Teknolojia ya Kisasa

Katika mazingira ya biashara yanayobadilika kwa kasi, Watanzania wanakabiliwa na changamoto ya bidhaa bandia na biashara haramu ambazo si tu kwamba zinahatarisha afya na usalama wa walaji, bali pia zinapunguza mapato ya serikali yanayotumika kufadhili huduma muhimu za jamii.

TRA, kupitia majukwaa kama Maonesho ya 49 ya Kimataifa ya Biashara (Sabasaba), inatumia fursa hii kuelimisha wananchi juu ya njia rahisi za kuchangia mapambano dhidi ya bidhaa bandia na kuunga mkono maendeleo ya Taifa.

Wananchi Wanapata Nini?

Katika ushiriki wake kwenye Sabasaba, TRA inawawezesha wananchi kwa kutoa:

• Maarifa kuhusu mfumo wa kisasa wa Stempu za Kodi za Kielektroniki (ETS) – unaosaidia kutambua bidhaa halali kwa urahisi na kuwalinda walaji dhidi ya bidhaa hatarishi.
• Mafunzo ya vitendo ya kutumia programu ya Hakiki Stempu – programu ya simu janja inayowawezesha watumiaji kuthibitisha uhalali wa bidhaa kama vinywaji, vileo na sigara kwa sekunde chache.
• Uelewa wa uhusiano kati ya kodi na maendeleo ya Taifa – ikielezwa wazi kuwa kila bidhaa halali inayonunuliwa huchangia ujenzi wa shule, hospitali, barabara, na huduma nyingine muhimu.

TRA AND SICPA USE TECHNOLOGY TO DRIVE TRANSPARENCY, CONSUMER SAFETY, AND TAX COMPLIANCE

By Our Reporter – Dar es Salaam
Published: July 4, 2025

In a bold step toward promoting transparency, consumer protection, and inclusive economic growth, the Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA), in collaboration with SICPA Tanzania, is actively engaging the public to showcase the transformative power of technology in modern tax administration and market regulation.

The latest outreach effort, featured at the Dar es Salaam International Trade Fair (Sabasaba), is part of TRA’s broader strategy to connect with citizens, enhance tax compliance, and combat the growing threats of counterfeit goods and illicit trade.

Tackling Counterfeits and Protecting the Public

In today’s complex marketplace, Tanzanians face increasing exposure to counterfeit products and unfair trade practices that jeopardize not just health and safety, but also the integrity of the national economy.

“The technologies we have introduced are designed not only to improve compliance among manufacturers but to protect and empower the general public,” said Mr. Abyud Tweve, ETS Project Manager at TRA.

Empowering Consumers Through Innovation

TRA's participation at Sabasaba offers an interactive platform where the public can:

• Learn how to identify genuine products using the Electronic Tax Stamp (ETS) system.
• Use the Hakiki Stempu App, a simple smartphone tool that enables users to instantly authenticate excisable goods such as alcohol, soft drinks, and cigarettes.
• Understand how taxes directly impact national development, linking verified purchases and tax collection to the funding of schools, hospitals, roads, and other public services.

TWENDE BUTIAMA CYCLING TOUR 2025 YAANZA RASMI KWA UJUMBE WA MATUMAINI NA MABADILIKO

Dar es Salaam - Julai 4, 2025

Msafara mkubwa wa baiskeli, Twende Butiama Cycling Tour 2025, umeanza rasmi Julai 3, 2025, ukijumuisha waendesha baiskeli zaidi ya 180 kutoka ndani na nje ya nchi. Safari hii ya kihistoria inalenga kumuenzi Hayati Baba wa Taifa, Mwalimu Julius Kambarage Nyerere, kwa kuendeleza mapambano dhidi ya ujinga, umasikini na maradhi.

Safari ya Zaidi ya Kilomita 1,500 Kupitia Mikoa 11

Msafara huu unaanzia jijini Dar es Salaam na unatarajiwa kupitia mikoa 11 kabla ya kufika Butiama mnamo Julai 13, 2025. Safari hiyo ya takriban siku 11 inatarajiwa kuwa ya kilomita 1,500, ikibeba ujumbe wa mshikamano, uzalendo, na mabadiliko chanya kwa Watanzania.

Ufadhili wa msafara umetolewa na Vodacom Tanzania PLC kwa kushirikiana na Benki ya Stanbic Tanzania, ikiwa ni mfano wa ushirikiano wa dhati kati ya sekta binafsi na jamii katika kusukuma mbele ajenda ya maendeleo endelevu.

Huduma Zinazogusa Maisha ya Wananchi

Twende Butiama 2025 si msafara wa baiskeli pekee, bali ni jukwaa la kutoa huduma muhimu kwa jamii, ikiwa ni pamoja na:

• Upandaji wa miti 50,000 katika maeneo mbalimbali ili kusaidia kulinda mazingira.
• Ugawaji wa madawati 1,500 kwa shule 10 za msingi, ili kuboresha mazingira ya kujifunzia.
• Baiskeli 50 kwa wanafunzi wanaoishi mbali na shule – hasa wasichana – ili kuwawezesha kupata elimu kwa urahisi.

Huduma hizi zinalenga kuleta mabadiliko ya moja kwa moja kwa wananchi, hasa watoto na vijana katika maeneo ya vijijini na mijini ambayo msafara unayapitia.

Ushirikiano wa Kimataifa kwa Maendeleo Endelevu

Twende Butiama imevutia waendesha baiskeli wa kimataifa kutoka mataifa mbalimbali ya Afrika, Ulaya, na Marekani, ambao wamejiunga kwa nia ya kuunga mkono jitihada za kuimarisha ustawi wa kijamii na kiuchumi nchini Tanzania.

Lengo: Kuwafikia Zaidi ya Watanzania 700,000

Kwa kauli mbiu ya kuenzi urithi wa Mwalimu Nyerere, waandaaji wa msafara wanatarajia kuwafikia zaidi ya Watanzania 700,000 – wakiwemo watoto, vijana, na wazee – kwa ujumbe wa matumaini, elimu na usawa.

“Kampeni hii ni ushahidi wa nguvu ya mshikamano kati ya sekta binafsi na jamii katika kujenga mustakabali bora wa Taifa letu,” wamesema waandaaji wa msafara huo.

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🚴‍♂️ Endelea kufuatilia blogu yetu kwa taarifa zaidi kuhusu matukio muhimu kama Twende Butiama, juhudi za kijamii, na miradi inayobadilisha maisha ya Watanzania.
Tembelea blogu yetu mara kwa mara kwa habari motomoto zinazobeba ari ya mabadiliko!

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CRDB YASHINDA TUZO YA DHAHABU KIMATAIFA KUPITIA MBIO ZA CRDB BANK INTERNATIONAL MARATHON

Na Mwandishi Wetu – Dar es Salaam
Julai 2025

Benki ya CRDB imeibuka mshindi wa Tuzo ya Dhahabu ya Kimataifa ya Uwekezaji katika Jamii (International CSR Awards 2025) kupitia mbio zake maarufu za kimataifa – CRDB Bank International Marathon.

Tuzo hiyo yenye hadhi ya juu kimataifa imetolewa na CSR Society, shirika huru lenye makao yake nchini Uingereza, linalotambua mashirika yanayotekeleza kwa mafanikio sera za uwajibikaji kwa jamii (CSR) duniani kote.

Ushindani Mkali Ulioleta Heshima kwa Tanzania

Katika tuzo za mwaka huu, zaidi ya washiriki 300 kutoka mataifa mbalimbali walishindana kwa kuwasilisha miradi yao ya kijamii, ambapo Benki ya CRDB iling’ara kwa ubunifu mkubwa, athari chanya kwa jamii, na mchango wake wa kweli katika maendeleo endelevu.

“CRDB Bank International Marathon ni mfano halisi wa jinsi juhudi za kijamii zinavyoweza kuleta mabadiliko chanya na kuimarisha jamii zetu,” alisema Natalia Tuwano, Afisa Uwekezaji wa Jamii wa benki hiyo, aliyepokea tuzo kwa niaba ya benki.

Kutambuliwa Kimataifa na Nafasi ya Kuiwakilisha Tanzania

Natalia alieleza kuwa ushindi huo unaiweka Benki ya CRDB kwenye ramani ya dunia kama kinara wa uwajibikaji wa kijamii, na makala kuhusu mafanikio hayo yatachapishwa na Jarida la Viongozi wa Uwezeshaji Jamii Duniani – rejeleo kuu la kimataifa kuhusu mazoea bora ya CSR.

Aidha, ushindi huu unaiwezesha benki kuiwakilisha Tanzania katika mashindano yajayo ya Green World Awards mwaka ujao.

Uwekezaji wa Kijamii Unaoleta Mabadiliko

Kupitia CRDB Bank International Marathon, benki imekuwa ikichochea maendeleo katika sekta ya afya, elimu, mazingira, na mshikamano wa kijamii. Kampeni hii imekuwa jukwaa la kuwahamasisha maelfu ya Watanzania kushiriki kwenye mabadiliko chanya yanayoigusa jamii moja kwa moja.

“Tunawashukuru CSR Society kwa kutambua jitihada zetu na tunaahidi kuendelea kutekeleza mipango inayolenga maendeleo endelevu ya kijamii,” aliongeza Natalia.

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🏅 Tembelea blogu yetu kila mara kwa habari zaidi kuhusu mafanikio ya taasisi za Tanzania, miradi ya kijamii, na ushiriki wa mashirika katika maendeleo ya taifa.
Usikose kusoma makala zetu zinazobeba matumaini, mabadiliko na ubunifu katika bara la Afrika.

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ECOBANK GROUP AND GOOGLE CLOUD ANNOUNCE PARTNERSHIP TO ACCELERATE FINANCIAL INCLUSION AND INNOVATION ACROSS AFRICA

Lome, Togo / Sunnyvale, California
Published: July 2, 2025

In a bold move to accelerate digital transformation and financial empowerment across the African continent, Ecobank, the leading pan-African financial services group, has entered into a strategic collaboration with Google Cloud. This groundbreaking partnership aims to revolutionize financial services through the power of advanced analytics, artificial intelligence (AI), and scalable cloud technology.

“Our collaboration with Google Cloud is a leap forward in Ecobank’s digital transformation journey,” said Jeremy Awori, Group CEO of Ecobank. “We look forward to leveraging Google Cloud’s world-class technology to unlock new possibilities for individuals and businesses to grow and scale across Africa.”

Unlocking Innovation in African Financial Services

The collaboration will enable Ecobank to deliver frictionless, secure, and universally accessible payment and remittance solutions, empowering both individuals and businesses across Africa’s 33-country footprint.

According to Thomas Kurian, CEO of Google Cloud:

“Google Cloud and Ecobank have a shared vision for using technology to help deliver financial empowerment to more people and businesses in Africa.”

Key Focus Areas of the Collaboration

The partnership is set to deliver tangible impact across five core areas:

1. Enhancing Financial Accessibility

Using Google Cloud’s robust infrastructure and API solutions such as Apigee, the collaboration seeks to simplify cross-border and domestic money transfers, making them faster, more affordable, and accessible to underserved communities.

2. Empowering African Entrepreneurs

Ecobank will use Google Cloud’s BigQuery data analytics platform to gain AI-driven insights that support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with better access to finance, simplified payment options, and tools to scale their businesses across the continent.

XERIN GROUP LAUNCHES FIRST TANZANIAN-OWNED AIR CARGO CHARTER BETWEEN DAR AND UAE

By Our Reporter – Dar es Salaam

Tanzanian logistics firm Xerin Group has officially launched a dedicated air cargo charter service between Dar es Salaam and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), marking a significant milestone in the country’s cross-border trade and logistics sector.

The game-changing initiative, which utilises a Boeing 737-800 aircraft with a cargo capacity of 20 tonnes per trip, is expected to revolutionize how goods move between East and Central Africa and the Gulf region.

“This new route marks a major transformation in the regional logistics sector, providing efficient, secure and timely solutions for cargo movement,” said Hussein Jamal, Managing Director of Xerin Group, during the official launch.

Boosting Trade and Regional Integration

Jamal emphasized that the new air cargo service is more than a business expansion—it's a strategic investment that will strengthen economic collaboration between Tanzania and the UAE, positioning Dar es Salaam as a vital logistics hub in the region.

“By optimising trade corridors and reducing turnaround times, the service will not only boost commercial activity but also support broader regional economic integration,” he added.

A Proud Tanzanian Achievement

Xerin Group is now the first Tanzanian-owned logistics company to launch a dedicated air cargo route of this scale.

“We are proud to be the first Tanzanian-owned company to offer this solution on such a level,” noted Jamal.

The initiative has been supported by several key regulatory and logistics bodies, including the Tanzania Civil Aviation Authority (TCAA), Tanzania Airports Authority (TAA), and the Tanzania Customs Authority (TCA), whose involvement Jamal credited as instrumental to the project's success.

Responding to Market Demand

With trade volumes between Tanzania and the UAE steadily increasing, the demand for a reliable and time-efficient cargo transport solution has never been greater.

ASANTE CRDB KULIPELEKA KOMBE LA SHIRIKISHO “MJINI”

Kwa ndugu zetu waliozaliwa miaka ya 1980 hadi 1995, almaarufu “Millennials” hususani waliozaliwa nje ya jiji la Dar es Salaam bila shaka watakubaliana na sisi kwamba suala la kwenda mjini lilikuwa ni nadra sana.

Maandalizi ya safari ya mjini yalihusisha kuvaa nguo za “jumapili”, kusafisha viatu, kuamka asubuhi na mapema, kuoga na kujipaka mafuta ya kunukia wewe mwenyewe bila kushurutishwa kwasababu hakukuwa na mtu anataka kwenda mjini mchafu.

Kwa miaka miwili iliyopita tumeshuhudia mageuzi makubwa kwenye Kombe la Shirikisho la TFF ambalo lilipewa jina la CRDB Bank Federation Cup mara baada ya benki ya CRDB kuingia udhamini na Shirikisho la Soka nchini (TFF) kwa miaka mitatu na nusu wenye thamani ya TZS 3,255,000,000.

Kwa mara ya kwanza tulishuhudia fainali ya aina yake Juni mwaka jana pale visiwani Zanzibar ambapo Yanga waliweza kutwaa ubingwa kwa kuifunga Azam FC kwa mikwaju ya penati 5-3.

Kombe na kitita

Kivutio kikubwa msimu uliopita kilikuwa ni kombe jipya ambalo lilizinduliwa na benki ya CRDB ambalo lilileta mjadala mkubwa kwenye mitandao ya kijamii. Kombe hilo lenye pembe za ndovu, mfano wa Mlima Kilimanjaro kwenye kitako chake na rangi ya dhahabu, limewakilisha maliasili za Tanzania kwa marefu na mapana yake.

Mbali na kombe hilo, udhamini huu ulishuhudia wachezaji bora wa mechi wakiondoka na kitita cha Tsh 500,000 kila mmoja kuanzia hatua ya 16 bora huku mchezaji bora wa mechi wa mchezo wa fainali – Ibrahim Bacca akiondoka na kitita cha Tsh 1,000,000.

SCHOLASTICA’S JOURNEY: AMPLIFYING VOICES, SAVING LIVES THROUGH MWANZO MWEMA

The Mwanzo Mwema project, a four-year initiative supported by GAVI, is transforming child health outcomes in Tanzania by enhancing immunization coverage—especially in underserved and hard-to-reach communities. With a sharp focus on Routine Immunization (RI) and Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination, the project is reaching families often left behind by traditional health systems.

In the heart of Masasi District Council, a young woman named Scholastica is proving that grassroots change begins with a single voice—and a strong sense of purpose.

As a passionate member of the Youth Advisory Panel (YAP) under Girl Effect Tanzania, Scholastica joined Mwanzo Mwema with one simple goal: to uplift girls in her community. What began as a personal mission has since evolved into a movement—impacting lives in ways she never imagined.

More than just a community volunteer, Scholastica became a lifeline.

During targeted health outreaches, she noticed a troubling pattern: many parents—particularly mothers in rural areas—were unable to read the Interpersonal Communication (IPC) materials she distributed. Vital information on immunization schedules and vaccine safety was being missed, not due to lack of interest, but because of illiteracy.

Instead of letting this barrier stand in the way, Scholastica innovated.

NMB YATWAA TENA CHETI CHA KIMATAIFA CHA USAWA WA KIJINSIA KAZINI

Dar es Salaam, 2 Julai 2025

Kwa mara ya pili katika kipindi cha miaka minne, Benki ya NMB imetunukiwa rasmi Cheti cha Ithibati cha EDGE (Economic Dividends for Gender Equality) kwa kutambuliwa kuwa Kinara wa Usawa wa Kijinsia Mahali pa Kazi miongoni mwa taasisi za kifedha barani Afrika.

Cheti hicho kimetolewa na EDGE Certified Foundation yenye makao yake Uswisi, taasisi inayoongoza duniani kwa tathmini ya viwango vya usawa wa kijinsia katika sekta mbalimbali. NMB iliandika historia mwaka 2022 kwa kuwa benki ya kwanza Kusini mwa Jangwa la Sahara kupata ithibati hiyo, na sasa imeimarisha nafasi yake kwa kutwaa tena cheti hicho mwaka huu.

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Uongozi wa NMB Waeleza Mafanikio

Akizungumza wakati wa hafla ya upokeaji wa cheti, Kaimu Afisa Mtendaji Mkuu wa NMB, Filbert Mponzi, alisema cheti hicho ni uthibitisho wa dhamira thabiti ya benki katika kuendeleza usawa wa kijinsia si tu ndani ya taasisi, bali pia katika suluhisho zake kwa wateja.

“Cheti hiki kinaitambulisha NMB kimataifa kama kinara wa sekta ya benki Afrika katika masuala ya usawa wa kijinsia. Hii ni matokeo ya juhudi zetu za kimkakati na bunifu zinazowalenga wanawake,” alisema Mponzi.

Alieleza kuwa Hatifungani ya JASIRI, iliyozinduliwa na NMB na kuuzwa kwa zaidi ya Shilingi bilioni 70, ni moja ya mifano ya suluhisho za kifedha zenye kugusa maisha ya wanawake. Fedha hizo zilitumika kutoa mikopo nafuu kwa wanawake zaidi ya 3,200 kote nchini.

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Takwimu Zinazoonyesha Matokeo

Ifikapo Desemba 31, 2024, NMB ilikuwa na waajiriwa 5,204, ikilinganishwa na 3,544 mwaka 2022. Mgawanyo wa kijinsia miongoni mwa wafanyakazi ni wa asilimia 50.74 wanawake na asilimia 49.26 wanaume, hatua kubwa kuelekea usawa kamili.

“Tafiti zinaonyesha taasisi zenye usawa wa kijinsia hupata mafanikio makubwa zaidi. Mafanikio ya NMB chini ya uongozi wa Afisa Mtendaji Mkuu, Bi. Ruth Zaipuna, ni kielelezo halisi cha dhana hiyo,” aliongeza Mponzi.

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EDGE Yatambua Juhudi za NMB

Akikabidhi cheti hicho, Meneja wa IFC Kanda ya Afrika Mashariki, Samuel Ng’ang’a, aliipongeza NMB kwa kuwa mfano bora wa taasisi inayowekeza katika usawa wa kijinsia kama msingi wa ukuaji wa kiuchumi na ustawi wa taasisi.

MSAFARA WA BAISKELI WA TWENDE BUTIAMA 2025 WAANZA RASMI KUTOKA DAR ES SALAAM

Dar es Salaam, Julai 2, 2025

Msafara wa baiskeli wa Twende Butiama 2025 umeanza rasmi leo jijini Dar es Salaam, ukiwa na zaidi ya waendesha baiskeli 200 waliokusanyika kwa safari ya kihistoria ya kilomita 1,500 kuelekea mji wa Butiama, nyumbani kwa Baba wa Taifa, Hayati Mwalimu Julius Kambarage Nyerere.

Safari hii inatarajiwa kuchukua takribani siku 11, ikiwa ni sehemu ya kumuenzi Mwalimu Nyerere kwa vitendo, kwa kupitia ujumbe wa uzalendo, afya na maendeleo ya jamii.

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Baraka Kutoka Kwa Mama Maria Nyerere

Siku moja kabla ya kuanza safari, washiriki walitembelea nyumbani kwa Hayati Mwalimu Nyerere ambako walipata baraka kutoka kwa mjane wake, Mama Maria Nyerere, ikiwa ni ishara ya kuaga kwa heshima kabla ya kuanza msafara.

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Mikoa 11 na Ushiriki wa Kimataifa

Akizungumza katika tukio la uzinduzi, Agapinus Tax, Mkurugenzi wa Viatarishi na Uzingatiaji wa Sheria kutoka Vodacom Tanzania, alieleza kuwa msafara wa mwaka huu utapita katika mikoa 11 na utahusisha waendesha baiskeli kutoka ndani na nje ya nchi.

“Zaidi ya waendesha baiskeli 200 watashiriki safari hii. Kati yao, 150 wanatarajiwa kufika hadi Butiama, huku 50 wakirudia njiani,” alieleza Tax.

PRESIDENT SAMIA APPOINTS GILEAD TERI AS FIRST DIRECTOR GENERAL OF NEW INVESTMENT AUTHORITY

Dar es Salaam, 1 July 2025

In a major step toward modernizing Tanzania’s investment landscape, President Samia Suluhu Hassan has appointed Mr. Gilead John Teri as the inaugural Director General of the Tanzania Investment and Special Economic Zones Authority (TISEZA).

The appointment was announced on Tuesday through a statement from the Directorate of Presidential Communications, following the creation of TISEZA under the newly enacted Investment and Special Economic Zones Act No. 6 of 2025.

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A New Era for Investment Coordination

TISEZA consolidates the mandates of the former Tanzania Investment Centre (TIC) and Export Processing Zones Authority (EPZA) into one unified authority. The aim is to streamline investment processes, reduce bureaucratic red tape, and create a more effective coordination mechanism across the investment value chain.

Mr. Teri, who served as Executive Director of TIC since 2023, brings deep experience in both public and international advisory roles, having worked with the European Union and the Government of Denmark on strategic investment initiatives.

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Reforms Anchored in Law

The establishment of TISEZA follows the passage of the Act by the National Assembly on February 13, 2025. According to the TIC’s Q1 2025 Quarterly Bulletin, the law introduces a comprehensive reform agenda that includes:

• Creation of an investment land bank, allowing private landowners and companies to register available plots for potential investors
• Enhancement of the One Stop Facilitation Centre, offering digital access to services from various ministries and regulatory bodies
• Clear thresholds and criteria for strategic investor status, requiring minimum capital of USD 20 million for local investors and USD 50 million for foreign investors
• Mandatory registration of all investments with TISEZA for better national planning and policy formulation

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Vision Backed by Strong Leadership

Presenting the Bill to Parliament, Minister of State (Planning and Investment), Professor Kitila Mkumbo, said the legislation is pivotal to improving the investment climate.

“The law centralises investment facilitation. For example, manufacturing investors will benefit from streamlined procedures for licensing, land acquisition, and permits,” he noted.

TRA MAKES HISTORY: TANZANIA SURPASSES REVENUE TARGETS FOR EVERY MONTH OF 2024/2025

TRA Commissioner General, Mr. Yusuph Mwenda.

Dar es Salaam – July 2, 2025

In a groundbreaking achievement for Tanzania’s tax system, the Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA) has surpassed its revenue collection targets for all 12 months of the 2024/2025 financial year — a historic first since the authority’s establishment in 1996.

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Record-Breaking Performance

TRA Commissioner General, Mr. Yusuph Mwenda, announced on Tuesday that total collections reached TZS 32.2 trillion, surpassing the year’s target of approximately TZS 31 trillion. This marks a 16.7% increase compared to the previous financial year.

“For the first time, we have exceeded our revenue target in every single month of the financial year,” said Mr. Mwenda. “This is not only historic but sets a new benchmark for future performance. We are committed to doing whatever it takes to sustain this momentum.”

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A Shift Toward Voluntary Compliance

Mr. Mwenda attributed the success to a strategic shift in TRA’s tax collection approach, which now emphasizes consultation, education, and voluntary compliance over enforcement.

He noted that this transformation aligns with President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s vision to foster a more taxpayer-friendly environment that builds trust and promotes compliance through dialogue.

“President Samia’s vision has been clear: engage taxpayers, don’t intimidate them,” said Mwenda. “Her approach encourages dialogue and builds trust, allowing businesses to grow while contributing their fair share.”

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From Humble Beginnings to Record Figures

When TRA was founded, its annual revenue target stood at TZS 539 billion, and actual collections reached TZS 531 billion, achieving 98% of the goal. At the time, monthly collections averaged just TZS 44 billion.

In stark contrast, 2025 monthly averages exceed TZS 2.5 trillion, with September and December 2024 and June 2025 each recording collections above TZS 3 trillion.

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Presidential Support Drives Institutional Growth

To support the Authority’s expanding responsibilities, President Samia approved the recruitment of 1,896 new TRA staff, boosting the workforce to nearly 7,000. This investment aims to address long-standing delays in tax audits and processing.

The president also established a Tax Reforms Commission to engage stakeholders across the economy in enhancing compliance and broadening the tax base.

BENKI YA UCHUMI YAZIDI KUNG'AA MWAKA 2024 KWA ONGEZEKO LA FAIDA NA MALI

Mwenyekiti wa Bodi ya Benki ya Uchumi, Dkt. Heavenlight Kavishe, akisoma taarifa ya benki kwa wanahisa katika Mkutano Mkuu wa 19 wa Wanahisa wa Benki ya Uchumi.

Moshi, Kilimanjaro – Julai 1, 2025

Benki ya Uchumi, yenye makao yake makuu mjini Moshi, imeendelea kuonesha mafanikio makubwa katika mwaka wa fedha 2024, kwa kupata faida baada ya kodi ya Shilingi bilioni 1.507, ikilinganishwa na Shilingi bilioni 1.283 mwaka 2023, ambayo ni ongezeko la asilimia 17.46.

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Mwenyekiti wa Bodi: Mafanikio Yamegusa Nyanja Nyingi

Akisoma taarifa ya benki hiyo, Mwenyekiti wa Bodi Dk. Heavenlight Kavishe alisema pamoja na ongezeko la faida, benki imepiga hatua katika maeneo mengine muhimu. Alieleza kuwa mali za benki, amana za wateja, mikopo, mtaji na idadi ya wateja wote vimeongezeka kwa kasi, hatua inayoonesha uimara wa taasisi hiyo katika soko la kifedha.

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Kanisa Latoa Pongezi, Lahimiza Uwekezaji Zaidi

Mwakilishi wa Askofu wa Dayosisi ya Kaskazini, ambaye pia ni Msaidizi wa Askofu, aliipongeza benki kwa mafanikio hayo ya mwaka 2024. Alisisitiza umuhimu wa wanahisa kuendelea kuongeza mtaji ili benki iweze kupanuwa huduma zake na kufikia malengo mapana zaidi.

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Mtendaji Mkuu: Tunakua Licha ya Changamoto za Kiuchumi

Kwa upande wake, Afisa Mtendaji Mkuu CPA Samwel Wado, alieleza kuwa licha ya changamoto mbalimbali katika mazingira ya kifedha, benki imeweza kusonga mbele:

• Amana za wateja zimeongezeka kutoka Shilingi Bilioni 40.36 hadi Bilioni 51.19 (+26.83%)
• Mali za benki zimefikia Shilingi Bilioni 69.42 kutoka Bilioni 55.08 (+26.03%)
• Mikopo kwa wateja imepanda hadi Shilingi Bilioni 43.11 kutoka Bilioni 36.9 (+18.71%)
• Mapato ya jumla yameongezeka hadi Shilingi Bilioni 9.34 kutoka Bilioni 8.32 (+12.26%)

CRDB MAKES HISTORY AS FIRST TANZANIAN GREEN BOND LISTS ON LUXEMBOURG STOCK EXCHANGE

Luxembourg, July 1, 2025 – CRDB Bank has officially listed its landmark Green Bond, known as the Kijani Bond, on the Luxembourg Stock Exchange (LuxSE)—marking a historic step forward in green finance for Tanzania and the Sub-Saharan African region.

This listing makes CRDB Bank one of the first commercial banks in Sub-Saharan Africa to issue a locally originated green bond and successfully list it on an international platform. The bond is also now visible on the Luxembourg Green Exchange (LGX), the world’s leading platform dedicated exclusively to sustainable securities.

From Tanzania to the Global Stage

The Kijani Bond was initially launched in Tanzania and drew remarkable investor interest, raising TZS 171.8 billion (approximately USD 65.7 million). Its official admission to the LuxSE Securities Official List (SOL) reflects growing international demand for climate-focused investments from Africa—and Africa’s increasing capacity to deliver them.

The listing ceremony was held at the LuxSE headquarters and attended by key dignitaries, including Mr. Juma Ali Salum, Acting Ambassador of Tanzania to Belgium and Luxembourg; Mr. Abdulmajid Mussa Nsekela, CEO of CRDB Bank; Mr. Arnaud Delestienne, Chief Business Officer and Executive Committee Member of LuxSE; as well as representatives from Orbit Securities Tanzania, the lead selling agents, and executives from the Dar es Salaam Stock Exchange (DSE), where the bond is also listed.

A Vision for Sustainable Finance

Speaking at the event, Mr. Nsekela described the listing as more than just a financial milestone—it’s the beginning of a stronger partnership between Africa and Europe in funding a greener future.

NMB BANK SETS THE BAR AGAIN FOR GENDER EQUALITY IN THE WORKPLACE

Back-to-Back EDGE Certification Confirms Industry Leadership

NMB Bank is making waves once again—not just in financial performance, but in workplace equality. The bank has secured its second EDGE Assess certification, reinforcing its position as Tanzania’s only EDGE-certified organization and the first financial institution in Africa to achieve and sustain this global standard.

EDGE (Economic Dividends for Gender Equality) is no ordinary badge. It’s the world’s leading assessment and certification system for gender equity in the workplace—evaluating companies on everything from equal pay to leadership development and inclusive culture.

A Culture Rooted in Equality

At a press event held at the bank’s Dar es Salaam headquarters, Acting CEO Filbert Mponzi described the milestone as a powerful validation of NMB’s commitment to fairness and inclusion.

“This re-certification is both a testament to our continued efforts and a powerful motivator to keep fostering a fair, inclusive, and empowering workplace for all,” Mponzi said.

“At NMB, gender equality is not just a policy—it is a core value.”

From hiring to product design, gender-conscious thinking is deeply embedded in NMB’s strategy. One standout example? The Jasiri Gender Bond, a pioneering financial instrument through which the bank has issued over TZS 70 billion in loans to women-led businesses across Tanzania—benefiting more than 3,200 borrowers.

More Than an HR Initiative—It’s a Business Strategy

Mponzi emphasized that diversity and inclusion are key to innovation, productivity, and employee satisfaction.

“These are not just ideals—we treat them as business priorities. That’s why gender equity is woven into our human capital policies and financial offerings.”

UCHUMI COMMERCIAL BANK RECORDS STRONG GROWTH IN 2024 FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE

Chairperson of Uchumi Commercial Bank’s Board, Dr. Heavenlight Kavishe, presenting the bank’s report to shareholders during the 19th Annual General Meeting of Uchumi Commercial Bank over the weekend.

Chief Executive Officer of Uchumi Commercial Bank, CPA Samwel Wado, presenting the bank’s report during the 19th Annual General Meeting of Uchumi Commercial Bank held over the weekend in Moshi, Kilimanjaro Region.

Moshi, Kilimanjaro – July 1, 2025:

Uchumi Commercial Bank, headquartered in Moshi, Kilimanjaro Region, has continued its positive growth trajectory, posting a net profit of TZS 1.507 billion in 2024, up from TZS 1.283 billion in 2023—an increase of 17.46%.

Speaking during the Annual General Meeting, the Chairman of the Board, Dr. Heavenlight Kavishe, noted that beyond the growth in profit, the bank also recorded significant improvements across other key areas. Total assets, customer deposits, loans, customer base, and capital all showed substantial growth.

The Assistant to the Bishop of the Northern Diocese, representing the Bishop, commended the bank for its impressive performance in 2024 and encouraged shareholders to continue injecting capital to enable the bank to expand its services and achieve greater milestones.

Key Financial Highlights – 2024

Chief Executive Officer, CPA Samwel Wado, reported that despite a dynamic and challenging financial environment, the bank made notable progress across critical operational areas. Highlights include:

• Customer Deposits: Increased from TZS 40.36 billion to TZS 51.19 billion, representing a growth of 26.83%
• Total Assets: Rose from TZS 55.08 billion to TZS 69.42 billion, an increase of 26.03%
• Customer Loans: Grew from TZS 36.9 billion to TZS 43.11 billion, marking an 18.71% rise
• Total Revenue: Increased from TZS 8.32 billion to TZS 9.34 billion, equivalent to 12.26% growth

In addition, the CEO emphasized the improved Asset Quality, with the bank’s non-performing loans (NPLs) ratio dropping from 11.02% to 9.4% by the end of 2024, and further down to 5% by March 2025.

MONTI INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL SETS THE BAR IN FUTURE-READY EDUCATION

The Kinondoni District Administrative Secretary (DAS), Warda Abdallah, presents a certificate to one of the children graduating from early childhood education at Monti International School in Mikocheni, Dar es Salaam. The event marked the school’s fourth graduation ceremony, held over the weekend, and followed the Cambridge curriculum.

The Director and Owner of Monti International School, Fatma Fernandes, watches performances showcasing the talents of children who have completed their early childhood education at the school.

By Our Reporter – Dar es Salaam

Monti International School has earned glowing praise from Kinondoni District Administrative Secretary (DAS), Warda Abdallah, for its trailblazing approach to 21st-century education, its embrace of digital innovation, and its role in nurturing young talent in Tanzania.

Speaking during the school’s fourth graduation ceremony held over the weekend at the school’s Mikocheni campus, DAS Warda commended the school for combining academic rigor with talent development, guided by the globally recognized Cambridge International Curriculum.

“We are proud to see a school like Monti International laying such a strong foundation for future generations,” said DAS Warda. “The way children here are being taught—not only academic skills but also creativity, critical thinking, and the safe use of Artificial Intelligence—reflects the kind of education Tanzania needs as we move forward.”

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The Role of Parents in the AI Era

The DAS further emphasized the need for strong parent-teacher collaboration, especially in an age where technology is both an enabler and a challenge.

“As AI becomes part of our everyday lives, it is essential that parents remain close to their children, guiding them and staying involved in their education. We must ensure this generation remains innovative, ethical, and independent,” she noted.

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A Visionary Approach to Education

Monti International School, which caters to learners from age one through primary, has positioned itself as a future-ready learning institution that not only delivers academic excellence but also celebrates diversity and creativity.

VODACOM NA STANBIC WAZINDUA JEZI RASMI YA MSAFARA WA TWENDE BUTIAMA 2025

Dar es Salaam, Juni 28, 2025 – Kampuni ya Vodacom Tanzania, kwa kushirikiana na Benki ya Stanbic, imezindua rasmi jezi itakayotumika katika msafara wa Twende Butiama 2025 – tukio maalum la waendesha baiskeli linalolenga kuchochea maendeleo ya kijamii kupitia sekta za elimu, afya na mazingira.

Akizungumza katika hafla ya uzinduzi huo, Mkurugenzi Mtendaji wa Vodacom Tanzania, Philip Besiimire, alisema kuwa ushirikiano kati ya kampuni hiyo na Benki ya Stanbic ni sehemu ya dhamira ya kuenzi mchango wa Baba wa Taifa, Mwalimu Julius Kambarage Nyerere, kupitia vitendo vya kijamii vinavyolenga kuboresha maisha ya Watanzania.

“Katika kumuenzi Baba wa Taifa kwa vitendo, sisi Vodacom Tanzania tunaungana na jamii kwenye masuala mbalimbali ya maendeleo – ikiwemo afya, elimu, na utunzaji wa mazingira,” alisema Besiimire.

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STANBIC YADHAMIRIA KUCHANGIA TZS MILIONI 100 KILA MWAKA

Kwa upande wake, Wilmot Ishengoma, akizungumza kwa niaba ya Mkurugenzi Mkuu wa Stanbic Bank, Manzi Rwegasira, alieleza kuwa benki hiyo imeguswa na mafanikio ya msafara huo katika miaka iliyopita, na hivyo kujitolea kuchangia shilingi milioni 100 kila mwaka kuunga mkono juhudi hizi.

“Tanzania ni nyumbani. Maendeleo na ukuaji wake ni jukumu letu sote. Ili kushinda maadui watatu wa maendeleo – ujinga, umaskini, na maradhi – tumeona umuhimu wa kushiriki kikamilifu msafara huu. Tutaendelea kuchangia shilingi milioni 100 kila mwaka ili kuhakikisha msafara huu unaendelea kuleta mafanikio kwa jamii,” alisema Ishengoma.

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TWENDE BUTIAMA 2025: MAPAMBANO DHIDI YA MAADUI WA MAENDELEO

Kaulimbiu ya msafara wa mwaka huu ni:
“Kupambana na Maadui Watatu wa Maendeleo: Ujinga, Umaskini na Maradhi.”

10 UNWRITTEN RULES FOLLOWED BY SUCCESSFUL BOLT DRIVERS IN TANZANIA

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – June 30, 2025 – Holding a dominant 70% market share, ride-hailing platform Bolt continues to lead the Tanzanian market by offering a blend of safety, affordability, and technological innovation that caters to riders across social classes.

In a recent live interview with a local media station, Dimmy Kanyankone, General Manager of Bolt Tanzania and Kenya, revealed the top 10 unwritten rules followed by the most successful Bolt drivers in Tanzania. These principles have helped drivers maximize earnings, maintain high ratings, and build sustainable incomes in a competitive market.

“Our drivers are a critical part of the urban economy in Tanzania. We have more motorcycles than cars in the country, and many are used to support livelihoods—from commuting to goods delivery,” said Dimmy. “Even during the rainy season, demand for taxis and ‘boda bodas’ surges.”

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Top 5 Rules Successful Drivers Never Compromise On:

1. Don’t Go Online If You’re Not Ready

Being online without the intention to drive negatively affects your score.
🕐 Pro tip: Turn off your availability during meals or breaks to avoid cancellations, which harm your driver rating.

2. Keep Your Phone and App Updated

Ensure your Bolt app runs smoothly by using a modern, updated smartphone.
💡 Modern technology requires modern tools.

3. Know Your Hotspots and Timing

Drive smart, not just hard.

• Morning: Focus on residential to CBD (e.g., Mikocheni to Posta)
• Midday: Hover around restaurants and government offices
• Evening: Malls, bars, and bus terminals are your goldmine

4. Five-Star Service = Repeat Riders + Tips

Politeness and professionalism pay off.
✔ Keep your vehicle clean
✔ Avoid arguing about routes
✔ Embrace a business mindset—there’s no perfect ride every time

NMB YATANGAZA KUSHIRIKI KWAKE MAONYESHO YA 49 YA KIMATAIFA YA BIASHARA – SABASABA

DAR ES SALAAM – Benki ya NMB imetangaza rasmi ushiriki wake katika Maonesho ya 49 ya Kimataifa ya Biashara (SabaSaba) yanayoendelea katika Viwanja vya Mwalimu Nyerere, Barabara ya Kilwa, jijini Dar es Salaam, kwa lengo la kutoa huduma bora za kifedha pamoja na elimu ya fedha kwa wananchi wa rika zote.

Kupitia banda lake maalum, NMB inatoa huduma mbalimbali za kibenki kwa wananchi, familia, wafanyabiashara na wajasiriamali wanaotembelea maonesho hayo, ikiwa ni sehemu ya mkakati wake wa kuwa karibu zaidi na jamii na kuchochea ujumuishi wa kifedha nchini.

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KUKUZA UELEWA WA KIFEDHA KUANZIA UTOTONI

Katika siku za mwanzo za maonesho, wanafunzi kutoka Shule ya Msingi Gilman Lutihinda walipata fursa ya kutembelea banda la NMB na kushiriki mafunzo ya msingi kuhusu elimu ya fedha, kama sehemu ya dhamira ya benki hiyo ya kuimarisha uelewa wa kifedha kwa vizazi vyote.

Hatua hii inaendana na mikakati ya NMB ya kuwa daraja la elimu ya kifedha nchini, kwa kuhakikisha watoto, vijana na watu wazima wanapata maarifa yatakayowasaidia kufanya maamuzi bora ya kifedha kwa maendeleo yao binafsi na ya taifa.

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HUDUMA ZINAZOPATIKANA BANDA LA NMB

Wakati wote wa maonesho haya ya wiki mbili, NMB inatoa huduma zifuatazo kwa wananchi wanaotembelea banda lake:

✅ Ufunguzi wa akaunti papo kwa papo
✅ Mikopo ya binafsi na ya biashara
✅ Huduma za bima kwa watu binafsi na biashara
✅ Huduma za kidijitali kama NMB Mkoni
✅ Ushauri wa kifedha na uwekezaji