NMB BANK TAKES MASS FINANCIAL LITERACY DRIVE TO THOUSANDS OF YOUTH

Head of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Tanzania, Bishop Dr Alex Malasusa (left), speaks with NMB Bank Plc Chief of Retail Banking, Filbert Mponzi (second right) and NMB Head of Branch Network and Sales, Donatus Richard (second left) shortly after officially launching the Twen’Zetu kwa Yesu Concert at the Tanganyika Packers grounds in Kawe, Dar es Salaam. Right is Upendo Media Managing Director Neng’ida Johanes. NMB was the concert’s main sponsor.

DAR ES SALAAM. NMB Bank has called for mass financial literacy to accompany the expansion of formal financial services, saying young people need practical knowledge of saving, budgeting, digital safety and responsible borrowing to benefit fully from financial inclusion.

The message was delivered during the Twen’Zetu kwa Yesu 2026 concert held on Saturday at the Tanganyika Packers grounds in Kawe, Dar es Salaam, bringing together thousands of young people from Tanzania and beyond.

The concert was organised by the Coastal Diocese of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Tanzania through Upendo Media, with a focus on faith, talent, family and economic development. Organisers said the event attracted more than 50,000 young people.

NMB Chief of Retail Banking, Filbert Mponzi said providing young people with accounts, loans and digital platforms was not enough unless they were also equipped with the knowledge required to use those services safely and productively.

“Our message to young people is to use technology for their development while building a positive culture of learning how to manage their money from an early stage,” Mr Mponzi said.

He said NMB used the event to provide education on saving, credit, insurance and the safe use of digital financial services. NMB used its "Bank on Wheels", and its banking Wakala agents to provide services including account opening and transactions.

DIAMOND DIVAS CHAMPION WOMEN’S PARTICIPATION IN INVESTMENT FUNDS AND CAPITAL MARKETS

Member of Parliament for Special Seats in Dar es Salaam Region and Chairperson of the Diamond Divas Group, Hon. Janeth Elias Mahawanga, speaks during a seminar organized by the group on financial literacy and investment in investment funds, held in Dar es Salaam.

Diamond Divas Group Secretary, Ms. Noryne Mmasi, speaks during a seminar organized by the group on financial literacy and investment in investment funds, held yesterday in Dar es Salaam.

Trainer in financial, economic, and investment funds, Mr. Emilian Busara, delivers financial and investment education during a seminar organized by the Diamond Divas Group on financial literacy and investment, held in Dar es Salaam.

Dar es Salaam - Women across Tanzania have been encouraged to take advantage of investment opportunities available through various investment funds as part of efforts to achieve the country's National Development Vision 2050 and build an inclusive industrial economy supported by broad-based financial inclusion.

The call was made by the Member of Parliament for Special Seats representing Dar es Salaam Region and Chairperson of the Diamond Divas Women's Microfinance Group, Hon. Janeth Elias Mahawanga, during a seminar on women's participation in investment funds. She said investing in such funds would help women increase capital for their businesses and improve their economic wellbeing.

“When we talk about the National Development Vision 2050 from a women's perspective, the Vision emphasizes the growth of individual household incomes as well as the national economy. It also highlights the importance of developing small-scale industries. President Samia Suluhu Hassan has provided a national vision, but its implementation depends on us as citizens. As women, we want to participate directly in implementing this Vision. We want to be part of the industrial economy and become investors in our own country,” said Hon. Janeth.

She added that seminars of this nature are essential in preparing women to participate fully in economic development by equipping them with knowledge on financial literacy, business management, investment opportunities, and entrepreneurship.

“Through this education, we as Diamond Divas aspire to become investors. We want to establish industries and create our own financial institution. To achieve all these goals, we must place greater emphasis on financial education, business skills, awareness of opportunities, and investment knowledge,” she said.

NMB YAPELEKA ELIMU YA FEDHA KWA MAELFU YA VIJANA

Mkuu wa Kanisa la Kiinjili la Kilutheri Tanzania (KKKT), Askofu Dk. Alex Malasusa (kushoto), akizungumza na Afisa Mkuu wa Wateja Binafsi na Biashara wa NMB Bank Plc, Filbert Mponzi (wa pili kulia), na Mkuu wa Mauzo na Mtandao wa Matawi wa NMB, Donatus Richard (wa pili kushoto), mara baada ya kuzindua rasmi Tamasha la Twen’Zetu kwa Yesu katika Viwanja vya Tanganyika Packers, Kawe, Dar es Salaam. Kulia ni Mkurugenzi Mtendaji wa Upendo Media, Neng’ida Johanes. NMB ilikuwa mdhamini mkuu wa tamasha hilo.

DAR ES SALAAM: Benki ya NMB imesisitiza umuhimu wa kupeleka elimu ya fedha kwa umma sambamba na kupanua huduma rasmi za kifedha, ikisema ujumuishaji wa kifedha unahitaji vijana kuelewa kuweka akiba, kupanga matumizi, kutumia huduma za kidijitali kwa usalama na kukopa kwa uwajibikaji.

Akizungumza katika Tamasha la Twen’Zetu kwa Yesu 2026 katika Viwanja vya Tanganyika Packers, Kawe, Dar es Salaam, Afisa Mkuu wa Wateja Binafsi na Biashara wa NMB, Filbert Mponzi, alisema vijana wanapaswa kujifunza kusimamia fedha zao mapema na kutumia teknolojia pamoja na vipaji vyao kujenga vyanzo vya kipato.

Katika tamasha hilo, NMB ilitoa elimu kuhusu akiba, mikopo, bima na huduma za kidijitali. Tawi Linalotembea la NMB—Bank on Wheels—pamoja na mawakala wa benki hiyo pia walitoa huduma za kifedha, zikiwemo kufungua akaunti na kufanya miamala.

Mkuu wa Kanisa la Kiinjili la Kilutheri Tanzania (KKKT), Askofu Dkt. Alex Gehaz Malasusa, aliwataka vijana kuunganisha fursa za kiuchumi na maadili, huku mshiriki Jennifer Minja akisema mafunzo hayo yameongeza uelewa wake kuhusu umuhimu wa akaunti, akiba na matumizi yanayowajibika ya mikopo.

AIRTEL AFRICA FOUNDATION YAZIDI KUWEZESHA JAMII ZA AFRIKA IKIWAMO KUUNGANISHA SHULE 3,296 NA INTANETI

Mwenyekiti wa Airtel Africa Foundation Plc, Segun Ogunsanya.

• Vijana na wanawake 30,530 wawezeshwa na mafunzo ya ufundi stadi

Airtel Africa Foundation imechapisha ripoti yake ya kwanza, inayoonyesha utekelezaji wa miradi yenye mchango chanya kwa jamii katika nyanja mbalimbali kama vile upatikanaji wa elimu, kuwajengea watu ujuzi wa kigiditali pamoja na kutengeneza fursa za kiuchumi kwa mamilioni ya waafrika.

Katika kipindi cha mwaka wa fedha 2025/26, Taasisi ya Airtel Africa Foundation ilitenga jumla ya Dola 6.2 milioni kwa ajili ya miradi inayotekelezwa chini ya nguzo zake nne za kimkakati za FEED ambayo ni Ujumuishi wa Kifedha, Elimu, Utunzaji wa Mazingira kwa manufaa ya sasa na vizazi vijavyo pamoja na Ujumuishi wa Kidijitali. Sambamba na nguzo tajwa elimu ni moja kati ya eneo lilopokea sehemu kubwa zaidi ya uwekezaji.

Miongoni mwa mafanikio makubwa yaliyorekodiwa ni pamoja na kuunganishwa kwa shule 1,028 kwenye huduma za intaneti kupitia ushirikiano kati ya Airtel Africa Foundation na UNICEF. Hii imeongeza idadi ya shule zilizounganishwa kufikia 3,296 katika nchi 13 za Afrika ikiwemo Tanzania, zikihudumia zaidi ya wanafunzi milioni 2 na walimu karibu 39,000.

COCA-COLA BRINGS TANZANIA CLOSER TO THE FIFA WORLD CUP 2026™ THROUGH UNFORGETTABLE FAN EXPERIENCES

Coca-Cola Kwanza Ltd General Manager, David Chait speaks to the media after launching the FIFA World Cup 2026™ nationwide campaign designed to bring the magic of football closer than ever before. Coca-Cola Company, a proud partner of FIFA launched the campaign to capture the passion, drama and shared emotions that define the world’s biggest sporting event while creating meaningful opportunities for Tanzanian fans to connect, celebrate and participate.

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania | June 11, 2026 – Coca-Cola Tanzania is set to unite fans across the country in celebration of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ with the launch of a nationwide campaign designed to bring the magic of football closer than ever before. Building on nearly five decades as a proud partner of FIFA, the campaign captures the passion, drama and shared emotions that define the world’s biggest sporting event while creating meaningful opportunities for Tanzanian fans to connect, celebrate and participate.

Running from June 1 to July 18, the campaign will come to life through immersive fan experiences, in‑store activations and dynamic digital engagement. From retail spaces to social hubs, Coca-Cola is turning everyday moments into shared celebrations—inviting everyone to be part of the World Cup experience.

This campaign is for all fans. Whether you’ve collected every kit from the last ten tournaments, follow the action through highlights and box scores, or simply love the energy that surrounds the world’s biggest sporting stage, Coca-Cola is by your side. As the FIFA World Cup 2026™ introduces more teams, more players and more matches than ever before, Coca-Cola is here to help Tanzanians celebrate every goal, every moment and every emotion together.

“Football is more than a game it’s a shared emotion that brings billions of people together, especially during the FIFA World Cup 26™,” said Kabula Nshimo, Director, Frontline Marketing, Coca-Cola Tanzania. “At Coca-Cola, we believe in the power of shared experiences. This campaign is about harnessing the incredible energy and emotional highs and lows that only the FIFA World Cup 26™can deliver, and turning them into real, meaningful connections. Whether fans are cheering online, in local bars or at home with friends and family, we’re bringing them closer to the moments that matter.”

WASANII WANNE WA TANZANIA WAANDIKA HISTORIA KATIKA MAONESHO YA 61 YA VENICE BIENNALE, NCHINI ITALIA

Tanzania Yarudi Kwenye Jukwaa Kubwa Zaidi la Sanaa Duniani na Kuvuta Hisia za Watazamaji wa Kimataifa

Tanzania imeendelea kujijengea nafasi katika majukwaa makubwa ya kimataifa baada ya wasanii wanne wa Kitanzania kuandika historia kwa kuiwakilisha nchi katika Maonesho ya 61 ya Kimataifa ya Sanaa ya Venice Biennale, moja ya matukio yenye hadhi kubwa zaidi duniani katika sekta ya sanaa na utamaduni.

Wasanii hao ni Turakella Editha Gyindo, Amani Abeid, Lazaro Samuel na Valerie Asiimwe Amani, ambao wameonesha ubunifu, utambulisho na simulizi za Tanzania kupitia banda la taifa lililopewa jina la “Minor Frequencies: The Inner Life of a Nation.”

Maonesho hayo yamedhaminiwa na Wizara ya Habari, Utamaduni, Sanaa na Michezo kwa ushirikiano na Rangi Gallery pamoja na Gervasuti Foundation, yakiiwezesha Tanzania kurejea katika jukwaa hilo la kimataifa kwa mara ya pili pekee katika historia yake.

Uzinduzi wa maonesho hayo ulihudhuriwa na Balozi wa Tanzania nchini Italia, Balozi Mbarouk Nassor, katika hafla iliyodhihirisha fahari ya taifa na kuonesha namna sanaa ya Tanzania inavyozidi kupata kutambuliwa kimataifa.

Ujumbe wa Tanzania uliongozwa na Kamishna Leah Elias Kihimbi, Naibu Mkurugenzi wa Maendeleo ya Sanaa kutoka Wizara ya Habari, Utamaduni, Sanaa na Michezo, akishirikiana na waratibu wa maonesho hayo Lorna Benedict Mashiba pamoja na Martina Cavallarin kutoka Italia. Ushirikiano wao ulihakikisha maonesho hayo yanawasilisha simulizi za Tanzania kwa viwango vya kimataifa huku yakibaki na mizizi ya mazingira na utamaduni wa nchi.

Sauti Ndogo Zinazobeba Hadithi Kubwa

Maonesho ya “Minor Frequencies: The Inner Life of a Nation” yamejengwa juu ya dhana kwamba mambo yanayoonekana kuwa madogo au ya kawaida mara nyingi hubeba maana kubwa zaidi katika maisha ya jamii.

Kwa mujibu wa waratibu wa maonesho hayo, Lorna Benedict Mashiba na Martina Cavallarin, kile kinachoonekana kuwa kidogo mara nyingi ndicho hubeba kumbukumbu, thamani, uzoefu na nguvu ya kustahimili changamoto za maisha.

ABSA BANK TANZANIA EXECUTIVES ENGAGE IN 2026/2027 NATIONAL BUDGET DELIBERATIONS IN PARLIAMENT, DODOMA

Minister for Finance, Hon. Ambassador Khamis Mussa Omar (center), poses for a commemorative photo with Chief Financial Officer of Absa Bank Tanzania, Mr. Bernard Tesha (left), and Absa’s Head of Strategy and Data, Mr. John Mosha, within the parliamentary grounds, immediately after the Minister presented the government’s TZS 62.33 Trillion budget for the 2026/2027 financial year in Parliament, Dodoma yesterday.

Absa Bank Tanzania executives joined key stakeholders in Parliament, Dodoma, to witness and engage in discussions surrounding Tanzania’s TZS 62.33 Trillion National Budget for the 2026/2027 financial year.

Representing the bank were Chief Financial Officer, Bernard Tesha and Head of Strategy & Data, John Mosha, underscoring Absa’s commitment to supporting Tanzania’s economic growth agenda and fostering dialogue on policies that shape the country’s financial and business landscape.

Chief Financial Officer of Absa Bank Tanzania, Mr. Bernard Tesha (right), Absa’s Head of Strategy and Data, Mr. John Mosha (third right), together with some representatives from Financial Institutions, listen attentively to the Minister for Finance, Hon. Ambassador Khamis Mussa Omar, as he presents the government’s budget for the 2026/2027 financial year in Parliament yesterday.

Chief Financial Officer of Absa Bank Tanzania, Mr. Bernard Tesha (right, back row) and Absa’s Head of Strategy and Data, Mr. John Mosha (third right, back row), along with representatives from Financial Institutions, stand for introductions before the Minister for Finance, Hon. Ambassador Khamis Mussa Omar, delivers the government’s budget for the 2026/2027 financial year in Parliament, Dodoma yesterday.

Chief Financial Officer of Absa Bank Tanzania, Mr. Bernard Tesha (third left), exchanges views with representatives from various Institutions who attended the presentation of the government’s budget for the 2026/2027 financial year in Parliament, Dodoma yesterday.

The Managing Director of Air Tanzania Company Limited (ATCL), Engineer Peter Ulanga (center), poses for a commemorative photo with Chief Financial Officer of Absa Bank Tanzania, Mr. Bernard Tesha (to his right), and the bank’s Head of Strategy and Data, Mr. John Mosha, within the parliamentary grounds, shortly after the Minister for Finance, Hon. Ambassador Khamis Mussa Omar, presented the government’s budget for the 2026/2027 financial year in Parliament, Dodoma yesterday.

AGL SUCCESSFULLY IMPLEMENTS “PLASTIC-LESS” INITIATIVE TO PROMOTE SUSTAINABILITY AND COMMUNITY IMPACT

Africa Global Logistics (AGL), through its sister company EALS, has continued to strengthen its partnership with Mabibo Secondary School by donating 12 waste bins, 3 CO2 (9kg) fire extinguishers, 24 ABC (9kg) fire extinguishers, and one manual fire alarm siren. This contribution forms part of the company's ongoing commitment to enhancing safety, environmental conservation, and community development, following the construction of sanitation facilities at the school in 2025.

AGL successfully implemented its “Plastic-Less” initiative as part of its ongoing commitment to environmental sustainability and responsible resource management. The initiative aimed to reduce the use of single-use plastic water bottles within the organization by promoting practical and sustainable alternatives rather than eliminating plastics.

As part of this effort, reusable water bottles were distributed to all employees for use during daily activities and meetings. This significantly reduced reliance on disposable plastic bottles. To further support the transition, water dispensers were installed in boardrooms alongside existing dispensers across departments, allowing employees to conveniently refill their bottles whenever needed. For visitors, glassware will be provided, and these will be cleaned and sanitized using a dishwasher to ensure proper hygiene standards.

Speaking on the meeting Angeline Mtulia - Legal Manager, AGL said “Sustainability is our corporate commitment and it is a responsibility we share with our employees for our future generations. Through the ‘Plastic-Less’ initiative, we have shown that simple behavioral changes, supported by the right infrastructure and community partnerships which deliver meaningful environmental and social impact.”

 

MAKAZI BOND ATTRACTS TZS 33 BILLION IN SUBSCRIPTIONS AS STANBIC-LED ISSUE ACHIEVES 661% OVERSUBSCRIPTION

The Chief Executive Officer of First Housing Finance (FHF), Amulike Kamwela (right), speaking with the Head of Investment Banking at Stanbic Bank, Sarah Mkiramweni (left), during the listing ceremony of the Makazi Bond on the Dar es Salaam Stock Exchange. In the middle is the Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Dar es Salaam Stock Exchange (DSE), Mary Mniwasa.

Dar es Salaam, June 2026 – Tanzania’s capital markets have recorded another significant milestone after the Makazi Bond issued by First Housing Finance (FHF) Tanzania and arranged by Stanbic Bank Tanzania achieved an impressive 661 per cent oversubscription, underscoring growing investor confidence in both the housing finance sector and the country’s investment landscape.

The bond attracted subscriptions worth TZS 33.08 billion, substantially surpassing its initial fundraising target of TZS 5.0 billion. The remarkable response highlights strong investor appetite for innovative financial instruments and reinforces the increasing importance of capital markets as a source of long-term development financing.

The transaction ranks among the most successful Tanzanian Shilling-denominated bond issuances in recent years, reflecting the continued maturation and deepening of Tanzania’s capital markets.

Speaking on the achievement, First Housing Finance Tanzania Board Chairman, Mr Charles Mugila, described the successful issuance as a major milestone for both the institution and the wider financial sector.

“This success reflects the high level of confidence investors have in our institution and the continued growth of Tanzania’s capital markets. As a Board, we are committed to ensuring that these funds are utilised prudently, transparently, and efficiently to achieve their intended purpose,” he said.

Following overwhelming demand from investors, First Housing Finance secured approval from the Capital Markets and Securities Authority (CMSA) to accept TZS 28.15 billion, enabling the institution to expand mortgage lending and support greater access to housing finance across Tanzania.

AIRTEL AFRICA YAZIDI KUPUNGUZA PENGO LA KIDIGITALI NA KUCHOCHEA UTUNZAJI WA MAZINGIRA KUPITIA NISHATI SAFI

London, Juni 10, 2026: Airtel Africa Plc (“Airtel Africa”), kampuni inayoongoza katika utoaji wa huduma za mawasiliano na huduma za kifedha kwa njia ya simu katika nchi 14 barani Afrika ikiwemo Tanzania, imechapisha Ripoti yake ya Maendeleo ya 2026, inayobainisha mafanikio yaliyopatikana katika kupanua huduma za mawasiliano, kuimarisha ujumuishi wa kifedha na kuchochea maendeleo endelevu katika jamii inazohudumia kwa kipindi cha mwaka wa fedha 2025/26.

Ripoti hiyo inaonesha jinsi uwekezaji wa Airtel Africa katika miundombinu ya kidijitali, huduma za kifedha kupitia simu za mkononi, pamoja na ushirikiano wa kimkakati, ulivyoendelea kubadilisha maisha ya watu na kufungua fursa za kiuchumi na kijamii kwa jamii ambazo bado hazijafikiwa kikamilifu na huduma hizo, hususan katika nchi za Kusini mwa Jangwa la Sahara.

Aidha, ripoti hiyo inaeleza hatua mbalimbali zinazoendelea kuchukuliwa na Airtel Africa katika matumizi ya nishati mbadala, pamoja na mbinu zake za kuendesha biashara kwa kuzingatia uwajibikaji, uhifadhi wa mazingira na uwazi katika utoaji wa taarifa za maendeleo kwa wadau wake.

Akizungumzia ripoti hiyo, Mtendaji Mkuu wa Airtel Africa, Sunil Taldar, alisema:

"Barani Afrika, upatikanaji wa mawasiliano, huduma za kifedha na elimu ya kidijitali unazidi kuwa muhimu katika kufungua fursa za kiuchumi. Airtel Africa inaendelea kupanua huduma hizi kwa mamilioni ya watu, hususan katika maeneo ya vijijini na yale ambayo bado hayajafikiwa kikamilifu."

“Katika mwaka huu, tumeendelea kupanua huduma za mtandao, kuongeza matumizi ya simu janja na kuimarisha huduma za Airtel Money, sambamba na kuendeleza ushirikiano wa kimkakati unaochangia mafanikio ya shughuli zetu. Maendeleo haya yameendelea kuwa sehemu muhimu ya mkakati wetu wa kukuza biashara na kutoa huduma bora kwa wateja. Aidha, kwa kuboresha matumizi ya nishati na kupunguza utegemezi wa dizeli, tunaimarisha ufanisi na ustahimilivu wa shughuli zetu, huku tukichangia ukuaji endelevu wa biashara na jamii.”

KAMPENI YA “NBC SHAMBANI” YAWAFIKIA WAKULIMA WA MKONGE, WAVUVI NA WAFUGAJI TANGA

Afisa Tarafa ya Mombo, Wilaya ya Korogwe mkoani Tanga, Bw. Alexander Mhando (katikati), akikata utepe kuashiria uzinduzi rasmi wa kampeni ya “Wekeza NBC Shambani Ushinde” inayoratibiwa na Benki ya NBC kwa lengo la kuongeza tija, uzalishaji na ujumuishaji wa kifedha kwa wakulima wa mazao ya kimkakati, ikiwemo mkonge. Wengine pichani ni Mkurugenzi Mkuu wa Bodi ya Mkonge, Bw. Saddy Kambona (wa tatu kulia), Mkuu wa Kitengo cha Mikakati wa NBC, Bw. Msafiri Shayo (wa tatu kushoto), Meneja wa NBC Tawi la Tanga, Bw. Moses Mng’ong’o (kulia), Mwenyekiti wa Chama Kikuu cha Ushirika Mkoa wa Tanga (TARECU), Bi. Rehema Mohamed (wa pili kulia), Mrajisi Msaidizi wa Vyama vya Ushirika Mkoa wa Tanga, Bw. Emmanuel Constantine (wa kwanza kushoto), na Mjumbe wa Bodi ya Mkonge, Bw. Shedrack Lugendo (wa pili kushoto).

Korogwe, Tanga; Juni 10, 2026 — Benki ya Taifa ya Biashara (NBC) imezindua rasmi kampeni yake ya “Wekeza NBC Shambani Ushinde” mkoani Tanga, hatua inayolenga kuongeza ushiriki wa wakulima, wafugaji na wavuvi katika huduma rasmi za kifedha, sambamba na kuchochea ukuaji wa sekta ya kilimo, hususan zao la mkonge ambalo ni miongoni mwa mazao ya kimkakati kwa uchumi wa taifa.

Uzinduzi wa kampeni hiyo ulifanyika jana wilayani Korogwe na kuongozwa na Afisa Tarafa ya Mombo, Bw. Alexander Mhando, aliyemwakilisha Mkuu wa Wilaya ya Korogwe. Hafla hiyo iliwakutanisha wadau mbalimbali wa sekta ya kilimo, ufugaji na uvuvi, wakiwemo viongozi wa Bodi ya Mkonge wakiongozwa na Mkurugenzi Mkuu wake, Bw. Saddy Kambona, pamoja na viongozi wa vyama vya msingi na vyama vikuu vya ushirika.

Uongozi wa NBC katika hafla hiyo uliwakilishwa na Mkuu wa Kitengo cha Mikakati wa benki hiyo, Bw. Msafiri Shayo, pamoja na Mkuu wa Kitengo cha Wateja Wadogo na Wakulima, Bw. Raymond Urassa, wakiongozana na maofisa wengine wa benki hiyo.

Akizungumza wakati wa uzinduzi huo, Bw. Mhando aliipongeza NBC kwa kuanzisha kampeni hiyo, akisema inaenda sambamba na jitihada za Serikali za kuongeza uzalishaji wa mazao ya kimkakati, kuboresha kipato cha wakulima na kuchochea maendeleo ya kiuchumi katika maeneo ya vijijini.

BENSON MAHENYA APPOINTED GROUP CEO OF SIX CONTINENTAL GROUP

Veteran Tanzanian Executive Takes Helm at Expanding Regional Trading and Logistics Company

Six Continental Group has appointed seasoned Tanzanian business leader CPA Benson Mahenya as its new Group Chief Executive Officer, ushering in a new phase of strategic leadership for the rapidly growing transport, logistics, and trading company.

Mahenya joins Six Continental Group after building a distinguished career spanning more than 30 years across banking, finance, manufacturing, consulting, governance, and corporate leadership. Widely respected within Tanzania’s business community for his transformational leadership and strategic financial expertise, he has held senior executive and board positions in some of the country’s leading institutions.

His appointment comes as Six Continental Group accelerates its expansion across East, Central and Southern Africa, positioning itself as a major player in commercial transport equipment, logistics solutions, and regional trade support services.

Leading a Fast-Growing Pan-African Business

Founded in 2021, Six Continental Trading Company Limited specializes in the supply of heavy-duty trucks, trailers, and transport solutions serving logistics, construction, mining, agriculture, manufacturing, energy, and government sectors.

The company has rapidly expanded its footprint across nine African markets including Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, Zambia, Malawi, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Mauritius.

According to the company’s latest corporate profile, Six Continental has already imported more than 16,000 units since commencing operations, achieving a 98 percent sales conversion rate while targeting imports of 6,000 units per year starting this year.

Its core business areas include commercial truck sales, trailer solutions, transport equipment supply, spare parts and tyres distribution, technical support, maintenance advisory, and fleet consultation services.

The company’s long-term vision is to become one of Africa’s leading providers of commercial transport and mobility solutions through regional expansion, institutional partnerships, customer-focused service, and strategic banking relationships.

A Career Built Across Banking, Finance and Corporate Transformation

Mahenya brings to the role extensive expertise in finance, auditing, governance, change management, and corporate transformation.

A Tanzanian Certified Public Accountant (CPA), he holds a Master of Science degree in Finance from the University of Strathclyde in Scotland, an MBA in Marketing, and a First Class Bachelor of Commerce degree in Finance from the University of Dar es Salaam.

Over the years, he has established a reputation as a strategic executive with strong experience in organizational restructuring, financial systems strengthening, operational modernization, and growth management.

Before joining Six Continental Group, Mahenya served as Group CEO of GSM Group of Companies from October 2023 to December 2025, leading more than 3,000 employees across multiple industries including manufacturing, logistics, trading, and retail operations.

NMB OPENS DOOR TO NEW INVESTORS AS SHAREHOLDERS ENDORSE SHARE SPLIT AND REGIONAL EXPANSION PLAN

NMB Bank PLC Board Chairman, David Nchimbi (centre), and the bank’s Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Ruth Zaipuna (second left), display the Annual Report during the bank’s 26th Annual General Meeting held in Dar es Salaam. The report highlights the strong 2025 performance that enabled shareholders to approve a record dividend and strategic growth resolutions. Left is Juma Kimori, Chief Finance Officer; second right is Farija Pendo Ghikas, Director of Legal & Company Secretary; and right is Innocent Yonazi, Director of Investor Relations, Sustainability and Corporate Communications.

Dar es Salaam, June 10, 2026 — Shareholders of NMB Bank have approved a landmark package of strategic resolutions, including a 10-for-1 share split and an ambitious regional expansion strategy, paving the way for the bank's next phase of growth under its Agenda 2030 vision.

The resolutions were endorsed during the bank's 26th Annual General Meeting (AGM) held in Dar es Salaam, where shareholders also approved plans that will give NMB greater flexibility to establish subsidiaries, pursue acquisitions and expand beyond Tanzania's borders.

The decisions mark a significant milestone in the bank's evolution from a leading domestic financial institution into a regional financial services group while simultaneously broadening opportunities for ordinary Tanzanians to participate in its ownership.

Share Split to Broaden Ownership

Speaking to journalists after the AGM, NMB Board Chairman David Nchimbi said shareholders overwhelmingly approved a 10-for-1 share subdivision aimed at making the bank's stock more affordable and accessible to a wider range of investors.

According to Mr Nchimbi, NMB's shares had become the most expensive among listed banking stocks in Tanzania and among the highest-priced banking shares in the region, limiting participation by many retail investors.

"Our shares were the most expensive among listed banking stocks, making them less affordable to ordinary citizens and many prospective investors. The share split is intended to democratise ownership and deepen participation in the capital markets," Mr Nchimbi said.

The share split will increase the number of issued shares from approximately 500 million to five billion while proportionately reducing the price per share. Importantly, the move will not alter the overall value of shareholders' investments or dilute existing ownership.

Based on the market price of around TZS 15,000 per share at the time of the AGM, the subdivision would reduce the trading price to approximately TZS 1,500 per share once implemented, significantly lowering the entry barrier for prospective investors.

Industry analysts view stock splits as an effective mechanism for improving market liquidity and enhancing accessibility, particularly for retail investors seeking exposure to high-performing listed companies.

WAZIRI NANAUKA AZINDUA TAWI LA COOP BANK DAR ES SALAAM, AHAMASISHA ELIMU YA FEDHA KWA VIJANA

Dar es Salaam, Mei 5, 2026 – Waziri katika Ofisi ya Rais anayeshughulikia Maendeleo ya Vijana, Joel Nanauka, amewataka vijana nchini kuipa kipaumbele elimu ya fedha akieleza kuwa ni nyenzo muhimu ya kuwawezesha kiuchumi na kuwaongezea uwezo wa kushiriki kikamilifu katika agenda ya maendeleo ya taifa.

Nanauka alitoa kauli hiyo wakati wa uzinduzi wa tawi jipya la Benki ya Ushirika (Coop Bank) jijini Dar es Salaam, ambalo ni tawi la sita la benki hiyo tangu kuanza shughuli zake nchini.

Hafla hiyo pia ilishuhudia kusainiwa kwa makubaliano ya ushirikiano kati ya Coop Bank na Wizara ya Maendeleo ya Vijana, yakilenga kuwajengea vijana maarifa ya kifedha, kuimarisha uwezo wao wa usimamizi wa fedha na kuongeza ushiriki wao katika miradi ya maendeleo ya kijamii na kiuchumi.

Akizungumza katika uzinduzi huo, Nanauka alisema Coop Bank ina nafasi muhimu katika kuwaunganisha vijana na fursa za kiuchumi pamoja na miradi ya maendeleo inayoweza kuboresha maisha yao.

“Elimu ya fedha ni muhimu kwa vijana ikiwa wanataka kuwa huru kiuchumi na kuchangia kwa maana katika maendeleo ya taifa,” alisema.

Aliongeza kuwa Serikali itaendelea kuweka mazingira rafiki yatakayowawezesha vijana kushiriki kikamilifu katika shughuli za uzalishaji na ukuaji wa uchumi wa nchi. Aidha, aliwahimiza vijana kujiunga na mifumo rasmi ya kiuchumi na taasisi mbalimbali ili waweze kukidhi vigezo vya kupata huduma za kifedha, ikiwemo mikopo kwa ajili ya shughuli za maendeleo.

Kwa upande wake, Mtendaji Mkuu wa Coop Bank, Godfrey Ng’urah, alisema tawi la Dar es Salaam ni la nne kufunguliwa mwaka huu, akibainisha kuwa benki hiyo ilianza shughuli zake ikiwa na matawi matatu katika mikoa ya Mtwara, Kilimanjaro na Dodoma.

Ng’urah alisema benki hiyo inalenga kufungua jumla ya matawi 12 kabla ya mwisho wa mwaka huu kama sehemu ya mkakati wa kusogeza huduma za kifedha karibu zaidi na wananchi na vituo vikuu vya biashara nchini.

“Dhamira yetu ni kutoa suluhisho za kifedha kwa Watanzania kwa wakati na kwa kusogeza huduma za benki karibu zaidi na wananchi,” alisema.

BENKI YA EXIM YAENDESHA ZOEZI LA UCHANGIAJI DAMU KWA KUSHIRIKIANA NA TAASISI YA DAMU SALAMA

Meneja Mkuu wa Masoko na Mawasiliano wa Benki ya Exim Tanzania, Kauthar D’souza akizungumza wakati wa zoezi la uchangiaji wa Damu kitaifa linaloratibiwa na Benki ya Exim Tanzania kwa kushirikiana na Mpango wa Taifa wa Damu Salama. Zoezi hilo linalofanyika katika mikoa sita ya Dar es Salaam, Dodoma, Arusha, Mbeya, Tabora na Mtwara ni sehemu ya maadhimisho ya miaka 11 ya ushirikiano wao unaolenga kuhamasisha na kusaidia juhudi za ukusanyaji wa damu nchini ili kupunguza au kuondoa kabisa changamoto ya upungufu wa damu katika hospitali na vituo vya afya nchini. Uzinduzi wa zoezi hilo umefanyika tarehe 10 Juni 2026 katika Makao Makuu ya Benki ya Exim jijini Dar es Salaam, ambapo wananchi wanahimizwa kujitokeza katika vituo vilivyo katika mikoa hiyo ili waweze kuchangia damu na kuokoa maisha ya wagonjwa.

Dar es Salaam - Juni 10, 2026 - Benki ya Exim Tanzania leo Juni 10, 2026 imeendesha zoezi la uchangiaji damu wa hiari kitaifa kwa kushirikiana na taasisi ya Taifa ya Mpango wa Damu Salama (NBTS). Zoezi hilo lililofanyika katika mikoa sita ya Tanzania ikiwemo Dar es Salaam, Dodoma, Arusha, Mbeya, Tabora na Mtwara ni sehemu ya maadhimisho ya miaka 11 ya ushirikiano wao unaolenga kuhamasisha na kusaidia juhudi za ukusanyaji wa damu nchini ili kupunguza au kuondoa kabisa changamoto ya upungufu wa damu katika hospitali na vituo vya afya nchini.

Kwa zaidi ya miaka kumi sasa benki ya Exim Tanzania na taasisi ya Taifa ya Mpango wa Damu Salama (NBTS) wamekuwa wakishirikiana kuhamasisha wananchi kuchangia damu ili kuokoa maisha ya wananchi. Zaidi ya chupa 800 za damu zinayokusanywa kila mwaka, kupitia kampeni hizi zimekuwa zikisaidi Benki ya Taifa ya Damu Salama kuwa na akiba ya kutosha ya kuokoa maisha ya kina mama wanaopata changamoto wakati wa kujifungua, waathirika wa ajali, wagonjwa wanaofanyiwa upasuaji, watoto na wagonjwa wanaohitaji kuongezewa damu kutokana na hali mbalimbali za kiafya.

Akizungumza wakati wa hafla ya kuzindua kampeni hiyo iliyofanyika makao makuu ya Benki ya Exim jijini Dar es Salaam, Meneja Mkuu wa Masoko na Mawasiliano wa Benki ya Exim Tanzania, Kauthar D’souza amesema kampeni hii ya uchangiaji wa Damu inaonyesha dhamira ya kudumu ya benki katika kusaidia vipaumbele vya afya ya taifa huku akiwahimiza wananchi kujitokeza kwa wingi kuchangia damu ili kusaidia kuokoa maisha ya wagonjwa.

“Benki ya Exim, tunaamini kuwa jukumu letu sio kutoa huduma za kifedha pekee, bali kuwa muhimu mshirika wa maendeleo ya jamii na taifa kwa ujumla. Kupitia programu yetu ya Exim Cares, tunaendelea kuwekeza katika sekta mbalimbali ikiwemo afya, elimu, ubunifu, uhifadhi wa mazingira na uwezeshaji wa jamii ili kuleta mabadiliko chanya na endelevu”. Amesema Kauthar

GEITA GOLD MINING MARKS WORLD ENVIRONMENT DAY WITH THE GEITA COMMUNITY

GEITA, TANZANIA, 11 June 2026 — Geita Gold Mining Limited (GGML), in collaboration with the Geita Municipal Council, the National Environment Management Council (NEMC), Tanzania Forest Services (TFS), and local communities, commemorated World Environment Day 2026 through a week-long programme of awareness, education and climate action activities aimed at promoting environmental stewardship and sustainable living.

Held under the global theme calling for “Climate Action”, the commemorations brought together government partners, schools, community members and employees to raise awareness on climate change and encourage practical actions that contribute to environmental sustainability.

The week focused on three practical areas: awareness, participation and household-level climate solutions. GGML teams visited secondary schools, including Geita Girls’ and Bombambili, where they conducted environmental awareness sessions and cared for trees previously planted within the school grounds. Climate education was also extended to the wider public through local radio programmes, while community engagement sessions in Samina Village and Manga Street created space for direct conversations with residents on environmental protection and everyday climate action.

The week culminated on 5 June with a company-wide march and tree-planting ceremony led by GGML Managing Director, Ashraf Suryaningrat, together with the company’s Directors and Heads of Departments. The activity served as both a public act of solidarity with the global climate movement and a reflection of GGML’s long-term commitment to environmental stewardship in Geita.

JINSI KAMPUNI YA BIA YA SERENGETI INAVYOONGOZA KATIKA KUKABILIANA NA ATHARI ZA MABADILIKO YA TABIANCHI

Kadri changamoto za mabadiliko ya tabianchi zinavyoendelea kuongezeka duniani ndivyo amabvyo kampuni ya Bia ya Serengeti (SBL) inaendelea kuonesha jinsi sekta binafsi inaweza kuwa sehemu ya suluhisho.

Wakati dunia ikiadhimisha Siku ya Mazingira Duniani 2026 chini ya kaulimbiu ya "Inspired by Nature. For Climate. For Our Future" (Tukihamasishwa na Asili kwa Ajili ya Tabianchi na Mustakabali Wetu), na kwa Tanzania kauli mbiu ikiwa ni ‘Dira 2050: Tuwajibike Kukijanisha Tanzania’, mjadala kuhusu mabadiliko ya tabianchi unaendelea kuhama kutoka kwenye kuongeza uelewa kuelekea kuchukua hatua za vitendo.

Kwa nchi kama Tanzania, umuhimu wa hatua hizo hauwezi tena kupuuzwa.

Ingawa Tanzania inachangia takribani asilimia 0.31 pekee ya uzalishaji wa gesi joto duniani, bado ni miongoni mwa nchi zinazokabiliwa zaidi na athari za mabadiliko ya tabianchi. Kwa mujibu wa Benki ya Dunia, mabadiliko ya tabianchi yanaweza kupunguza ukuaji wa uchumi kwa hadi asilimia 4 ifikapo mwaka 2050, kusababisha watu milioni 2.6 kuingia kwenye umaskini na kuwafanya mamilioni kuhama makazi yao iwapo hatua madhubuti za kukabiliana na changamoto hizo hazitachukuliwa.

Katika bara la Afrika, hali nayo inatia wasiwasi. Shirika la Hali ya Hewa Duniani (WMO) linakadiria kuwa matukio yanayohusiana na mabadiliko ya tabianchi tayari yanagharimu uchumi wa nchi za Afrika kati ya asilimia 2 hadi 5 ya Pato la Taifa (GDP) kila mwaka, jambo linaloongeza shinikizo kwa serikali, sekta binafsi na jamii kwa ujumla.

JE NI TATIZO LA BURUDANI AU LA UBUNIFU? KWANINI CHAPA NYINGI ZA TANZANIA ZINASHINDWA KUACHA HISTORIA YA KUDUMU KWA WATUMIAJI WAKE?

Kwa miaka mingi, chapa nyingi nchini Tanzania zipo kila mahali lakini ni ngumu mtu kuzikumbuka. Nembo kubwa jukwaani, DJ’s maarufu, vinywaji kwa bei nafuu, na watengeneza maudhui wa mitandoni wakituma video zisizofikisha ujumbe kamili kwenye mitandao ya kijamii (Instagram). Baada ya hapo, kila mtu anarudi nyumbani kwake, hadi kufikia jumatatu tukio lote limesahaulika.

Huo umekuwa ni ukweli mchungu kwa chapa nyingi zaidi barani Afrika. Kampuni inatumia fedha nyingi zaidi kujitangaza, lakini hushidwa kuacha historia isiyofutika kwa wateja na walaji wake. Kibaya zaidi, walaji nao wamegundua hilo.

Siku hizi, watumiaji wana ladha tofouti. Hawavutiwi tena na uwepo wa chapa ya kampuni peke yake, bali ubunifu uliopo nyuma ya uwepo wa chapa hiyo.

Ndiyo maana, tukio walilolifanya Heineken hivi karibuni la Kuonesha fainali za ligi ya Mabingwa barani Ulaya limeacha historia ya kipekee. Tukio hilo liliibua gumzo kitaifa, sio kwa sababu ya mpira wa miguu tu, bali ni kwa sababu ilionesha kiwango kikubwa cha fursa ambazo bado watu wengi hawajazijua katika kubadilisha namna tunavyotengeneza burudani kwa watumiaji wetu nchini Tanzania.

VODACOM NA TCDC WAUNGANA KUHARAKISHA MAGEUZI YA KIDIJITALI KATIKA VYAMA VYA USHIRIKA

Mkurugenzi wa Biashara wa Vodacom Tanzania Bw. Nguvu Kamando (wa pili kulia), Mrajisi wa Vyama Vya Ushirika Dk. Benson Ndiege (wa pili kushoto), Mkuu wa Kitengo cha Mifumo ya Kidijitali wa Vodacom Tanzania Bi. Yvone Bayona (kulia), Naibu Mrajisi wa Vyama Vya Ushirika Bw. Collins Nyakunga (kushoto) wakiwa kwenye picha ya pamoja na wafanyakazi wengine baada ya kusaini makubaliano ya matumizi ya kidijitali katika vyama vya Ushirikia kupitia jukwaa la M-Kulima la Vodacom Tanzania PLC.

Mkurugenzi wa Biashara wa Vodacom Tanzania Bw. Nguvu Kamando (wa pili kulia), akikabidhi moja ya kompyuta mpakato kati ya 35 zilizokabidhiwa kwa Mrajisi wa Vyama Vya ushirika Dk. Benson Ndiege (wa pili kushoto) wakati wa utiaji saini makubalino kati yao. Hafla hiyo imefanyika mwishoni mwa wiki jijini Dar es Salaam baada ya taasisi hizo mbili kuingia makubaliano ya matumizi ya kidijitali kwa vyama vya ushirika kupitia jukwaa la M-kulima, makao makuu ya Vodacom Tanzania jijini Dar es salaam. Tukio hilo lilishuhudiwa na Mkuu wa Idara ya Mifumo ya Kidijitali wa Vodacom Tanzania Bi. Yvone Bayona (kulia) na Naibu Mrajisi wa Vyama Vya Ushirika Bw. Collins Nyakunga.

Mkurugenzi wa Biashara wa Vodacom Tanzania Bw. Nguvu Kamando (wa pili kulia) pamoja na Mrajisi wa Vyama Vya ushirika nchini Dk. Benson Ndiege (wa pili kushoto) wakisaini makubaliano ya matumizi ya kidijitali kwa vyama vya ushirikia kupitia jukwaa la M-Kulima la kampuni ya Vodacom Tanzania PLC. Tukio hilo lilishuhudiwa na Mkuu wa Idara ya Mifumo ya Kidijitali wa Vodacom Tanzania Bi. Yvone Bayona (kulia) na Naibu Mrajisi wa Vyama Vya Ushirika Bw. Collins Nyakunga.