WOMEN SHAPING THE FUTURE 2026 RETURNS IN DAR ES SALAAM WITH STANBIC BANK AS OFFICIAL PARTNER

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania | 26 March 2026

The second edition of Women Shaping the Future (WSF) is set to return this March, bringing a sharper focus on one of the most critical drivers of women’s leadership today—financial power.

Organised by Studiored Communications (SRC), the flagship Women’s Month event will take place on Saturday, 28 March 2026 at the Hyatt Regency Dar es Salaam, The Kilimanjaro under the theme “Build Wealth. Build Power.”

A Platform Focused on Wealth Creation

WSF 2026 goes beyond inspiration, positioning itself as a practical, results-driven platform for women who are serious about building and sustaining wealth.

The full-day conference will bring together women leaders, professionals, entrepreneurs, and decision-makers to explore:

• Turning income into long-term assets
• Investing with intention
• Protecting wealth
• Building generational legacy

Through expert-led sessions and real-world conversations, the event is designed to equip attendees with actionable strategies to strengthen their financial future.

Stanbic Bank Tanzania Joins as Official Partner

In a significant collaboration, Stanbic Bank Tanzania has come on board as the Official Event Partner.

The partnership reflects a shared belief that women’s wealth creation is not just a social goal—but an economic imperative.

NMB, TUMAINI UNIVERSITY PARTNER TO EQUIP STUDENTS WITH PRACTICAL SKILLS AND INDUSTRY EXPOSURE

NMB Bank’s Chief Human Resources Officer, Emmanuel Akonaay (left), and the Vice Chancellor of Tumaini University Dar es Salaam (DarTU), Prof. Burton Mwamila (right), sign a three-year Memorandum of Understanding in Dar es Salaam. The partnership will provide Tumaini University students with practical training opportunities at NMB Bank Plc while enabling the bank’s staff to further their expertise in banking and finance through academic programmes at the university.

In a significant step toward bridging the gap between academia and industry, NMB Bank Plc has entered into a three-year strategic partnership with Tumaini University Dar es Salaam (DarTU) to enhance skills development among young Tanzanians.

The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), signed in Dar es Salaam on Wednesday, establishes a structured framework for collaboration between the financial sector and academia. The initiative is designed to equip students with practical skills, professional knowledge, and industry exposure—key ingredients for competitiveness in today’s evolving job market.

Bridging Education and Industry

Speaking during the signing ceremony, NMB’s Chief Human Resources Officer, Emmanuel Akonaay, emphasized the critical role of education in national development. He noted that the partnership aligns with the bank’s Corporate Social Investment agenda, which prioritizes human capital development.

“Education is a catalyst for national development. Through this partnership, we are nurturing a generation of skilled, innovative and competitive professionals capable of driving Tanzania’s growth,” he said.

The collaboration directly addresses one of the most persistent challenges in the labour market—aligning academic learning with real-world demands.

HOW STANBIC BANK IS STRENGTHENING SUPPLY CHAIN RELIABILITY IN TANZANIA

As regional demand for food, minerals and manufactured goods continues to rise, Tanzania is steadily strengthening its position as a dependable supplier to neighbouring markets. Increasingly, competitiveness is being shaped not just by production volumes, but by how reliably goods move from farms, factories and mines to buyers across the region.

From maize, rice and horticultural produce to cement, fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) and minerals, the ability to deliver on time and at scale has become a defining factor in regional trade. Behind physical infrastructure such as roads, railways and ports lies a less visible but equally critical enabler: financial systems that keep supply chains liquid, predictable and resilient.

The Hidden Engine of Supply Chains: Liquidity

For years, Tanzanian producers and traders have faced supply chain disruptions linked to delayed payments, input shortages, foreign exchange constraints and logistics bottlenecks. Addressing these challenges requires more than infrastructure investment. It demands financial systems that allow money, goods and risk to move seamlessly across borders.

“Supply chains break down when liquidity dries up,” said Fredrick Max, Head of Business and Commercial Banking at Stanbic. “Working capital allows farmers to buy inputs on time, manufacturers to keep production lines running and exporters to move goods without delays.”

Agriculture: Aligning Finance with the Seasons

Agriculture remains the backbone of Tanzania’s economy, employing the majority of the population and supplying regional markets including Kenya, Rwanda, Burundi, the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Zambia.

Yet many small and medium-sized agribusinesses struggle to finance seeds, fertiliser, machinery and storage, particularly at the start of production cycles.

According to Mr Max, financing must reflect the realities of agriculture.
“Agriculture does not follow monthly salary cycles,” he noted. “When credit is aligned to planting, harvesting and marketing periods, productivity and reliability improve.”

STANBIC BANK TANZANIA NAMED BEST INTERNATIONAL PRIVATE BANK FOR SECOND YEAR IN A ROW

Stanbic Bank Tanzania’s Acting Head of Private Banking, Beatrice Kisoka (third from right), shortly after receiving Tanzania’s 2026 Best International Private Banking Award at the Euromoney Private Banking Awards held in London, United Kingdom, recently. She is pictured alongside other Stanbic Bank Tanzania leaders and event organisers.

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania - Monday, 23 March 2026: Stanbic Private Banking has been recognised globally with three prestigious Euromoney awards for 2026: Best International Private Bank, Best Bank for Next Generation, and Best Bank for Client Service. This achievement highlights Stanbic’s commitment to helping Tanzanian clients build, grow, and sustain wealth across generations.

The awards, presented at the Euromoney Private Banking Awards 2026 in London, followed a rigorous assessment by an independent panel of industry experts. They come at a time when Tanzania’s economy continues to expand, with projected growth of 5–6%, according to the Bank of Tanzania, alongside sustained increases in private sector credit and investment.

Supporting Tanzania’s Growing Wealth

As the country’s economy evolves, a new generation of entrepreneurs, professionals, and family businesses is seeking structured solutions to preserve and transfer wealth. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) play a significant role in Tanzania’s economy, contributing substantially to employment and economic growth, according to the Ministry of Finance.

The three Euromoney awards reflect key areas shaping this transformation:

• Best International Private Bank: Recognises Stanbic’s ability to connect Tanzanian clients to global markets, enabling them to grow their wealth beyond local boundaries while maintaining strong domestic foundations. This is the second consecutive year Stanbic has received this award.
• Best Bank for Next Generation: Highlights the growing importance of preparing heirs and young leaders to manage wealth responsibly as family businesses transition to new generations.
• Best Bank for Client Service: Underscores the value of long-term relationships, trust, and personalised advisory services in supporting clients through complex financial decisions over time.

Insights from Stanbic Leadership

Manzi Rwegasira, Chief Executive of Stanbic Bank Tanzania, said:

“In Tanzania, wealth is rarely created for the individual alone. It supports families, enables businesses, and contributes to communities. As more wealth is created, there is a growing need to ensure it is preserved, structured, and passed on effectively. This recognition reflects the work we are doing with our clients to support that journey.”

 

FROM BELIEF TO PROGRESS: HOW NCBA BANK IS POWERING TANZANIA’S AMBITION

Four junior golfers representing Tanzania at the All Africa Junior Golf Championship in Nairobi, supported by NCBA Bank Tanzania’s investment in young talent.

In Tanzania’s evolving economic landscape, ambition is not in short supply. It is present in the transporter mapping out how to grow a fleet, in the entrepreneur navigating expansion, and in the young professional positioning for the next opportunity. Increasingly, it is also visible among a new generation of young athletes—disciplined, focused, and quietly preparing to compete on larger stages.

What connects these seemingly different journeys is not sector, scale, or background. It is belief.

Belief, however, is only the starting point. For it to translate into meaningful progress, it must be supported with access, structure, and opportunity. This is where the role of institutions is becoming more defined—and in some cases, more intentional.

Redefining the Role of Banking

At NCBA Bank Tanzania, this shift is taking shape through a deliberate repositioning of what banking represents in a modern context. Speaking during a press engagement in Dar es Salaam, Managing Director, Alex Mziray outlined a perspective that signals a move beyond traditional financial intermediation.

“Every day, we see Tanzanians with ambition—individuals and businesses working to grow, to expand, and to build something meaningful. At NCBA, we have made a deliberate decision to stand behind that belief. We are Banking on Belief while empowering ambition,” he said.

BENKI YA EXIM YAZINDUA ‘EXIM SUPPLY CHAIN’ KUKABILIANA NA CHANGAMOTO ZA MITAJI YA BIASHARA

Afisa Mkuu wa Fedha wa Benki ya Exim, Shani Kinswaga (katikati), akizungumza wakati wa uzinduzi wa 'Exim Supply Chain', suluhisho jipya la kifedha linalojiendesha kiotomatiki (automated), lililobuniwa kurahisisha na kuharakisha upatikanaji wa mitaji kwa biashara za ukubwa wote—kuanzia kampuni kubwa hadi biashara ndogo na za kati (SMEs). Tukio hili lilishuhudiwa na Mkuu wa Kitengo cha Miamala ya Kibenki wa Benki ya Exim, Ishaq Samailla (kushoto), pamoja na Meneja Mwandamizi wa Uendeshaji na Utoaji Huduma za Trade Finance wa Benki ya Exim, Innocent Buzoya (kulia), katika Makao Makuu ya Benki ya Exim, Dar es Salaam.

Dar es Salaam, Machi 19, 2026 — Wakati biashara nyingi nchini Tanzania, hususan ndogo na za kati (SMEs), zikiendelea kukumbana na changamoto za upatikanaji wa mitaji, Exim Bank Tanzania imekuja na suluhisho la kidijitali linalolenga kubadili hali hiyo kupitia jukwaa jipya la ‘Exim Supply Chain’.

Changamoto Zinazoikabili Sekta ya Biashara

Biashara nyingi zimekuwa zikikwamishwa na masuala kama mapengo ya mtiririko wa fedha (cash flow), gharama kubwa za ufadhili, na mifumo isiyounganishwa vizuri kati ya wadau wa biashara. Aidha, utegemezi wa michakato ya mwongozo (manual processes) pamoja na mtaji wa uendeshaji unaokwama ndani ya mnyororo wa ugavi (supply chain), umeendelea kuchelewesha shughuli za biashara na kupunguza kasi ya ukuaji.

‘Exim Supply Chain’: Suluhisho la Kidijitali

Katika kukabiliana na hali hiyo, Exim Bank Tanzania imezindua jukwaa la kisasa la ufadhili wa mnyororo wa ugavi linalojiendesha kikamilifu (fully automated). Mfumo huu umeundwa kurahisisha upatikanaji wa mitaji kwa haraka na kwa ufanisi zaidi.

BENKI YA NMB YANG’ARA KATIKA TUZO ZA EUROMONEY 2026 JIJINI LONDON

Katika uthibitisho wa viwango vya juu vya ubora na uaminifu katika sekta ya fedha, Benki ya NMB imeendelea kung’ara kimataifa baada ya kutwaa tuzo tatu muhimu katika Tuzo za Euromoney Private Banking 2026 zilizofanyika jijini London.

Benki hiyo ilishinda katika vipengele vitatu vikuu ambavyo vinaakisi uwezo wake wa kipekee katika huduma za kifedha:

• Benki Bora ya Huduma za Wateja Maalum Tanzania
• Benki Salama Zaidi ya Huduma za Wateja Maalum
• Benki Bora kwa Uendelevu Tanzania

Uthibitisho wa Ubora na Uaminifu

Mafanikio haya si tu tuzo, bali ni kielelezo cha safari ya Benki ya NMB katika kujenga mifumo thabiti ya huduma zinazomlenga mteja. Ushindi huu unaakisi uwezo wa benki katika kutoa huduma binafsi (private banking) zinazolenga mahitaji ya wateja wake wa thamani kubwa, huku ikiweka mkazo mkubwa katika usalama wa fedha na ubunifu wa kifedha.

Ikiwa na mtandao mpana wa matawi 241 kote nchini, zaidi ya mawakala 73,000, pamoja na wateja zaidi ya milioni 9.9, benki hiyo imeendelea kuwa mhimili muhimu katika upatikanaji wa huduma za kifedha kwa Watanzania wengi.

NMB BANK WINS THREE MAJOR EUROMONEY 2026 AWARDS, CEMENTING LEADERSHIP IN TANZANIA

In an increasingly competitive financial landscape, where trust, innovation, and sustainability define long-term success, NMB Bank Plc has once again demonstrated what it means to lead with purpose.

At the prestigious Euromoney Private Banking Awards 2026 held in London, NMB Bank emerged with three major accolades—firmly reinforcing its reputation as one of Tanzania’s most formidable financial institutions.

A Triple Win on the Global Stage

NMB Bank secured the following honors:

• Tanzania’s Best Private Bank
• Safest Private Bank
• Best Bank for Sustainability

These awards are more than symbolic victories—they reflect a consistent standard of excellence that the bank has cultivated over time. From delivering tailored wealth management solutions to maintaining strong risk governance frameworks, NMB continues to raise the bar for private banking services in Tanzania.

Built on Trust, Driven by Innovation

Serving over 9.9 million customers, NMB’s success is deeply rooted in its ability to evolve alongside the needs of its clientele. The recognition as Tanzania’s Best Private Bank highlights the bank’s strength in offering personalized financial solutions to high-net-worth individuals, while maintaining accessibility and relevance in a dynamic market.

Equally significant is the Safest Private Bank award—an acknowledgment of NMB’s robust risk management systems and financial resilience. In a global environment marked by uncertainty, safety and stability remain critical pillars of client confidence, and NMB has proven itself a trusted custodian of wealth.

FWITC YANG’ARA KWENYE MAADHIMISHO YA SIKU YA MISITU DUNIANI MKOANI LINDI

Katika kuadhimisha Siku ya Misitu Duniani sambamba na Siku ya Upandaji Miti Kitaifa iliyofanyika mkoani Lindi Region, Makamu wa Rais wa Jamhuri ya Muungano wa Tanzania, Emmanuel John Nchimbi, alitembelea banda la FWITC na kujionea kwa karibu shughuli mbalimbali zinazotekelezwa na chuo hicho.

Ziara hiyo ilitoa fursa ya kipekee kwa viongozi kujionea ubunifu na umahiri unaooneshwa kupitia bidhaa zinazozalishwa chuoni hapo. Bidhaa hizo, zilizotengenezwa na wanafunzi na wakufunzi, zinaakisi kiwango cha juu cha utaalamu na ubunifu katika sekta ya misitu. Aidha, Makamu wa Rais alipatiwa maelezo ya kina kuhusu mafunzo yanayotolewa, yakilenga kuwawezesha vijana kwa vitendo, kukuza ajira, na kuchangia maendeleo ya sekta ya misitu pamoja na uchumi wa taifa kwa ujumla.

Akizungumza wakati wa ziara hiyo, Mkuu wa Chuo, Berthan Odelo, alieleza mchango mkubwa wa FWITC katika kutoa mafunzo ya kitaalamu yanayolenga kujenga kizazi cha wataalamu wenye ujuzi unaokidhi mahitaji ya soko. Alisisitiza kuwa chuo kinaendelea kuwa chachu ya maendeleo kwa kuunganisha mafunzo ya darasani na uzoefu wa vitendo, huku kikihamasisha matumizi endelevu ya rasilimali za misitu.

Kwa upande mwingine, kupitia ushirikiano wake na FORLAND Project, chuo hicho kinaendelea kuimarisha uwezo wake wa kutoa mafunzo yenye tija zaidi. Mradi huo unachangia kuboresha mafunzo ya vitendo, kukuza ubunifu katika uchakataji na uongezaji thamani wa mazao ya misitu, pamoja na kuwezesha upatikanaji wa masoko kwa wanafunzi na wahitimu. Hii inalenga kuhakikisha wahitimu wanakuwa na ushindani katika soko la ajira na pia wanapata uwezo wa kujiajiri.

WANAFUNZI WANG’ARA 'NBC ESSAY CHALLENGE' NA 'NBC BUSINESS IDEA COMPETITION 2026'

Naibu Waziri wa Kazi, Ajira na Mahusiano Kazini, Bi. Rahma Kisuo (wa tatu kulia), akikabidhi mfano wa hundi yenye thamani ya Sh milioni 10 kwa mwanafunzi wa kidato cha tano, Alyah Abdulmajid Ali (katikati), kutoka Shule ya Sekondari ya Shaaban Robert, jijini Dar es Salaam, aliyeibuka mshindi wa jumla wa mashindano ya kitaifa ya ubunifu wa mawazo ya biashara kwa wanafunzi wa shule za sekondari (NBC Business Idea Competition). 

Wengine wanaoshuhudia ni pamoja na Afisa Elimu wa Mkoa wa Dar es Salaam, Bw. Gift Kyando (kulia); Mkurugenzi wa Uendeshaji (COO) wa Benki ya NBC, Bi. Alelio Lowassa (wa pili kulia); Mwakilishi Mkazi wa JICA nchini Tanzania, Bw. Hitoshi Ara (wa tatu kushoto); Mkurugenzi wa APE Network, Bw. Hermes Salla (wa pili kushoto); pamoja na Mkurugenzi wa Masuala ya Uzingatiaji na Udhibiti wa NBC, Bi. Sarah Laiser-Sumaye (kushoto).

Dar es Salaam, Machi 19, 2026 — Naibu Waziri wa Kazi, Ajira na Mahusiano Kazini, Rahma Kisuo, amehitimisha rasmi mashindano ya kitaifa ya uandishi wa insha na ubunifu wa mawazo ya biashara kwa wanafunzi wa shule za sekondari, yanayojulikana kama NBC Essay Challenge na NBC Business Idea Competition.

Mashindano hayo yaliandaliwa na NBC Bank Tanzania kwa kushirikiana na Serikali pamoja na wadau mbalimbali wa maendeleo, yakilenga kukuza ubunifu na uelewa wa kifedha kwa vijana.

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Hafla Yafanyika Dar es Salaam

Hafla ya kufunga mashindano ilifanyika katika Ukumbi wa Mikutano wa Mlimani City Conference Centre, jijini Dar es Salaam, na kuhudhuriwa na wadau wa sekta ya elimu, walimu, wazazi pamoja na viongozi waandamizi wa serikali na benki.

Miongoni mwa waliohudhuria ni Afisa Elimu wa Mkoa wa Dar es Salaam, Bw. Gift Kyando, pamoja na Mkurugenzi wa Uendeshaji (COO) wa NBC, Bi. Alelio Lowassa, aliyemwakilisha Mkurugenzi Mtendaji wa benki hiyo, Bw. Theobald Sabi.

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Washindi wa Wazo Bora la Biashara Watangazwa

Katika kipengele cha NBC Business Idea Competition, mwanafunzi wa kidato cha tano kutoka Shule ya Sekondari ya Shaaban Robert, Alyah Abdulmajid Ali, aliibuka mshindi wa jumla na kujinyakulia zawadi ya shilingi milioni 10 pamoja na vitabu vya masomo.

Washindi wengine ni pamoja na:

• Nafasi ya Pili: Moses William Tieng’o (Ilboru Sekondari) — Sh milioni 3
• Nafasi ya Tatu: Wilfred Charles Sengata (Kibaha Sekondari) — Sh milioni 2
• Nafasi ya Nne: Maryam Khatibu Tahiru (JKU, Zanzibar) — Sh milioni 1
• Nafasi ya Tano: Mariam Jackson Athumani (Tambaza Sekondari)

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Washindi wa Uandishi wa Insha

Kwa upande wa NBC Essay Challenge, mwanafunzi wa kidato cha tatu kutoka Shule ya Sekondari ya Tabora, Medard Mussa Elikana, alitangazwa mshindi wa jumla.

Kwa upande wa Zanzibar, mshindi alikuwa Yasmin Omar Hussein kutoka Zanzibar Commercial Secondary School.

LANGUAGE AND LEARNING IN FOCUS: KEY INSIGHTS FROM THE BRITISH COUNCIL INCLUSION CONFERENCE

In November 2025, the British Council convened the Language, Education and Inclusion Conference in Abuja. The event brought together policymakers, researchers, educators, and development partners from across Africa, South Asia, and the United Kingdom to explore how education systems can become more inclusive and equitable—particularly through the lens of language in teaching and learning.

This conference forms part of a broader series of British Council engagements focused on improving inclusion and quality in education. Across many countries, factors such as gender, disability, geography, and poverty remain central to learning outcomes. Within these discussions, language consistently emerges as a critical determinant of whether learners can fully participate, understand lessons, and remain engaged in the classroom.

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Classroom Experience and Inclusion

A key focus of the conference was the learner’s experience in the classroom. Participants examined how language directly influences comprehension, confidence, and participation. When teaching connects with what learners already know—especially through familiar languages—lessons tend to be more accessible and engaging. This is particularly important for learners who may otherwise struggle to keep up.

Another important area of discussion was the role of English. In many participating countries, English serves as an official language and a gateway to education, employment, and global engagement. The conversation, therefore, was not about whether English is important—but how to ensure equitable access to quality English-language education, especially for learners who primarily encounter English in school settings.

A third dimension explored different international approaches to language use in education. Delegates shared experiences from systems where:

• English is used as the medium of instruction from early years,
• English is introduced later in schooling,
• Or where bilingual and multilingual approaches are applied.

WAKULIMA KARATU KUNUFAIKA NA MAPINDUZI YA KIDIJITALI KUPITIA MIXX BY YAS

Meneja wa Mahusiano ya Biashara na Serikali wa Mixx by Yas, Suleiman Asilia (wa tatu kushoto), na Meneja wa Kibiashara Kanda ya Kaskazini wa Mixx by Yas, Eric Sosteness (kushoto kwake), pamoja na Kaimu Mkuu wa COPRA Kanda ya Kaskazini, Famia Amiri, wakimkabidhi runinga janja (Smart TV) Mwenyekiti wa ACU, Shedrack Asseri (mwenye koti jeusi), kwa ajili ya urushaji wa moja kwa moja wa minada ya mazao ya kilimo ili kuongeza uwazi na ushiriki wakati wa msimu wa mazao mbalimbali, ikiwemo ufuta.

Arusha - Wakulima wa Wilaya ya Karatu wanatarajiwa kunufaika kwa kiasi kikubwa na upatikanaji bora wa taarifa za masoko pamoja na kuongezeka kwa uwazi katika biashara ya mazao, kufuatia kuanzishwa kwa mpango wa kidijitali unaoongozwa na Mixx by Yas kwa kushirikiana na wadau wa sekta ya kilimo.

Mpango huo ulizinduliwa rasmi kupitia hafla ya makabidhiano ya runinga janja (Smart TV) iliyotolewa kwa Chama Kikuu cha Ushirika Arusha (ACU) kwa kushirikiana na Mamlaka ya Udhibiti wa Nafaka na Mazao Mchanganyiko (COPRA). Hatua hii inalenga kuboresha upatikanaji wa taarifa muhimu za masoko kwa wakulima na kuongeza ushiriki wao katika mifumo rasmi ya biashara.

Akizungumza katika hafla hiyo, Meneja wa Kibiashara Kanda ya Kaskazini wa Mixx by Yas, Eric Sosteness, alisema kuwa suluhisho za kidijitali zinatoa fursa mpya kwa wakulima kufikia masoko kwa urahisi zaidi.

“Kupitia Mixx by Yas, tumejikita kuwawezesha wakulima kwa kuwapatia suluhisho zinazowaleta karibu zaidi na masoko. Upatikanaji wa taarifa za mnada kwa wakati utawasaidia wakulima kufanya maamuzi sahihi na kuongeza kipato chao,” alisema.

Runinga hiyo janja inatarajiwa kuwa chombo muhimu katika kurusha moja kwa moja minada ya mazao ya kilimo. Kupitia teknolojia hiyo, wakulima wa Karatu na maeneo jirani wataweza kufuatilia mwenendo wa bei na shughuli za biashara bila kulazimika kuwepo katika eneo la mnada. Hatua hii inatarajiwa kuongeza uwazi, kupunguza upotoshaji wa taarifa, na kuimarisha ushindani wa haki katika soko.

Kwa upande wake, Meneja wa Mahusiano ya Biashara na Serikali wa Mixx by Yas, Suleiman Asilia, alisisitiza umuhimu wa ushirikiano kati ya sekta binafsi na taasisi za umma katika kuleta mageuzi ya kiuchumi kwa wakulima.

“Ushirikiano huu unaonesha jinsi teknolojia na ubia vinavyoweza kufungua fursa mpya kwa wakulima. Lengo letu ni kuhakikisha wakulima wanaunganishwa zaidi, wanapata taarifa sahihi na wanajumuishwa kifedha,” alieleza.

VODACOM FOUNDATION YAKABIDHI MIUNDOMBINU YA VYOO KWA SHULE MBILI BUTIAMA NA BARIADI

Mkuu wa Kanda ya Ziwa wa Vodacom Tanzania PLC, Ezekiel Nungwi (wa tatu kushoto), na Mwalimu Mkuu wa Shule ya Msingi Madaraka, Deocray Mtayomba (wa tatu kulia), wakikata utepe ikiwa ni ishara ya kuzindua vyoo vipya vya kisasa kumi vilivyojengwa na Vodacom Tanzania Foundation katika Shule ya Msingi Madaraka iliyopo Butiama.

Mkuu wa Kanda ya Ziwa wa Vodacom Tanzania PLC, Ezekiel Nungwi (kushoto), pamoja na Afisa Elimu wa Halmashauri ya Wilaya ya Bariadi, Rutherford Magayane (kulia), wakikata utepe kama ishara ya kufungua vyoo vipya vya kisasa kumi katika Shule ya Msingi Sima A iliyopo Bariadi, vilivyojengwa na Vodacom Tanzania Foundation kwa kushirikiana na wadau wake.

Simiyu & Mara, Tanzania – 17 Machi 2026 — Taasisi ya Vodacom Tanzania Foundation, kwa kushirikiana na Stanbic Bank Tanzania pamoja na waandaaji wa msafara wa Twende Butiama, imekabidhi rasmi miundombinu ya vyoo katika shule mbili za msingi—Sima A iliyopo Bariadi na Madaraka iliyopo Butiama.

Mradi huo unatekeleza ahadi iliyotolewa wakati wa msafara wa Twende Butiama uliofanyika Julai 2025, uliolenga kumuenzi Julius Kambarage Nyerere na kuhamasisha maendeleo ya jamii, hususan katika sekta za elimu, afya na mazingira.

Kuboresha Mazingira ya Kujifunzia

Kupitia mradi huo, jumla ya matundu 20 ya vyoo vya kisasa—kumi kwa kila shule—yamejengwa, hatua inayolenga kuboresha mazingira ya kujifunzia kwa wanafunzi pamoja na kulinda afya na ustawi wao.

Akizungumza wakati wa hafla ya makabidhiano, Mkuu wa Kanda ya Ziwa wa Vodacom Tanzania Plc, Ezekiel Nungwi, alisema taasisi hiyo itaendelea kushirikiana na jamii kuboresha mazingira ya elimu nchini.

“Kupitia taasisi yetu tunaamini kuwa uwekezaji katika elimu ni uwekezaji katika mustakabali wa taifa. Ujenzi wa miundombinu hii ni sehemu ya kutimiza ahadi yetu na kuhakikisha wanafunzi wanapata mazingira salama na bora ya kujifunzia,” alisema.

KCB BANK NA MIKOKO FOUNDATION WAPANDA MITI KONDO KUIMARISHA UENDELEVU WA MAZINGIRA

KCB Bank Tanzania na Mikoko Development Foundation washerehekea upandaji wa miti 1,000 katika Mtaa wa Kondo, Ununio, jijini Dar es Salaam, ikiwa ni sehemu ya kuendeleza jitihada za kitaifa za uhifadhi wa mazingira. Pichani, kutoka kushoto kwenda kulia: Christina Manyenye, Mkuu wa Kitengo cha Uhusiano na Uendelevu (KCB Bank Tanzania); Olais Raphael, Mkurugenzi Mtendaji (Mikoko Development Foundation); Salmin Ramadhan, Mwakilishi wa Serikali ya Mtaa, Kondo; na Warda Kimaro, Mkuu wa Masoko, Uhusiano na Uraia (KCB Bank Tanzania).

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – 19 Machi 2026

Katika kuendeleza ajenda ya uendelevu na uhifadhi wa mazingira, KCB Bank Tanzania kwa kushirikiana na Mikoko Development Foundation wamefanikisha utekelezaji wa mpango wa kimkakati wa upandaji miti katika eneo la Kondo, ambapo jumla ya miti 1,000 imepandwa kulinda vyanzo muhimu vya maji.

Katika mpango huo, kila taasisi ilichangia miti 500, ikiwa ni sehemu ya kuadhimisha Siku ya Kimataifa ya Misitu na Siku ya Maji Duniani. Maadhimisho haya yanaangazia umuhimu wa mifumo ya ikolojia ya misitu katika kulinda rasilimali za maji na kujenga ustahimilivu wa kijamii na kiuchumi kwa muda mrefu.

Mpango huu unaendana na mkakati wa KCB Tanzania wa kuimarisha athari chanya za mazingira na kijamii (ESG), ukilenga kurejesha mifumo ya ikolojia na kulinda vyanzo vya maji—ambavyo ni muhimu katika kukabiliana na changamoto za mabadiliko ya tabianchi.

Ushirikiano kati ya taasisi hizi mbili unaonesha namna sekta binafsi na mashirika ya kijamii yanavyoweza kufanya kazi kwa pamoja kwa ufanisi, kwa kutumia utaalamu wa ndani na kuunda thamani ya pamoja. Kupitia juhudi hizi, wanahakikisha matokeo ya mazingira yanayopimika huku wakichangia kuimarisha ustahimilivu wa mifumo ya ikolojia katika ngazi ya jamii.

“Mpango huu unaakisi mwelekeo wa kimkakati wa kurejesha mifumo ya ikolojia kama njia ya kuimarisha usalama wa maji na ustahimilivu dhidi ya mabadiliko ya tabianchi. Kupitia ushirikiano unaolengwa, tunaongeza wigo wa hatua endelevu zinazozalisha thamani ya mazingira na kijamii kwa pamoja.”

STANBIC BANK FACILITATES TZS 200 BILLION IN TANZANIA–CHINA TRADE DEALS

Fredrick Max, Head of Business and Commercial Banking at Stanbic Bank Tanzania, speaks during the launch of the Sourcing and Export Centre, organized by the Tanzania Investment and Special Economic Zones Authority, highlighting the bank’s role in enabling trade and connecting Tanzanian businesses to regional and international markets.

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania — Stanbic Bank Tanzania has facilitated trade transactions worth TZS 200 billion between Tanzanian and Chinese businesses over the past five years, reinforcing its growing role as a key enabler of cross-border trade and investment.

The milestone reflects the bank’s strategic positioning as a financial bridge between Africa and China, driven by its collaboration with parent company Standard Bank Group.

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Strengthening Africa–China Trade Links

Since 2020, Stanbic Bank Tanzania has leveraged an arrangement with Standard Bank Group to enhance trade connectivity between the two regions. This partnership led to the establishment of a dedicated Africa–China trade desk, designed to streamline transactions and improve access for businesses operating across both markets.

Speaking in Dar es Salaam, Head of Business and Commercial Banking, Fredrick Max, noted that the initiative came at a critical time.

“This initiative was introduced at a time when global supply chains were under significant strain. The Africa–China trade desk enabled many local businesses to continue trading with their Chinese counterparts more efficiently,” he said.

To further support local enterprises, Stanbic introduced a dedicated Tanzania–China trade window, improving service delivery for businesses engaged in import and export activities with China.

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Empowering Local Entrepreneurs Through Strategic Programs

Beyond trade facilitation, Stanbic Bank Tanzania continues to invest in entrepreneurship development. Through its Biashara Incubator Program, the bank has supported over 2,000 entrepreneurs, helping them secure contracts worth TZS 32 billion across key development projects.

EQUITY GROUP DELIVERS RECORD-BREAKING 2025 RESULTS AS STRATEGIC TRANSFORMATION PAYS OFF

Equity Group Holdings Plc has announced historic full-year results for 2025, posting a remarkable 55% growth in Profit After Tax to KShs 75.5 billion—cementing its position as one of Africa’s most dynamic and resilient financial institutions.

The record-breaking performance reflects the success of the Group’s multi-year strategic transformation, underpinned by diversified revenue streams, improved operational efficiency, and strong contributions from its regional subsidiaries. As a result, the Group’s balance sheet expanded significantly to KShs 1.97 trillion, supported by robust customer deposit growth and a resilient digital ecosystem that now processes over 88% of all transactions.

Regional Strength Drives Growth

A key highlight of the Group’s performance was the exceptional contribution from its subsidiaries across East and Central Africa, with Equity Bank Tanzania standing out as a top performer.

Under the leadership of Managing Director, Isabela Maganga, the Tanzanian unit recorded an impressive 125% growth in Profit After Tax, reaching KShs 2.7 billion. This stellar performance was further supported by a 75% increase in shareholders’ funds—signaling a strong capital base and balance sheet resilience—alongside a 61% expansion in its loan book.

The results underscore Tanzania’s growing importance within the Group’s regional footprint, as well as the effectiveness of localized strategies in driving financial inclusion and sustainable growth.

SBL YAONESHA DHAMIRA YA KUENDELEZA UKUAJI WA VIWANDA KUPITIA USHIRIKIANO NA SERIKALI

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – 18 Machi 2026 — Kampuni ya Bia ya Serengeti (SBL) imeendelea kuimarisha nafasi yake kama mdau muhimu katika maendeleo ya viwanda nchini kufuatia mkutano wa kimkakati na Judith Kapinga, Waziri wa Viwanda na Biashara.

Mkutano huo ulilenga kuimarisha ajenda ya viwanda nchini kwa kuzingatia ongezeko la thamani, uwekezaji wa ndani, na upanuzi wa fursa za kiuchumi. Ujumbe wa SBL uliongozwa na Mkurugenzi wa Fedha, Emmanuel Kyarwenda, pamoja na viongozi waandamizi wa kampuni hiyo.

Sekta Binafsi Kuwa Injini ya Ukuaji wa Viwanda

Majadiliano yalisisitiza mchango mkubwa wa sekta binafsi katika kukuza uchumi wa viwanda nchini Tanzania. Kupitia uwekezaji endelevu katika uzalishaji wa ndani na uimarishaji wa minyororo ya ugavi, SBL inaendelea kusaidia juhudi za serikali za kujenga uchumi imara unaotegemea viwanda.

Kama moja ya wazalishaji wakuu nchini, SBL inaendesha shughuli zake kupitia viwanda vilivyopo Moshi, Dar es Salaam, na Mwanza. Vituo hivi vina mchango mkubwa katika kuongeza uwezo wa uzalishaji wa ndani huku vikichochea ajira na shughuli za kiuchumi katika maeneo mbalimbali.

Ajira na Uwezeshaji wa Kiuchumi

Kupitia operesheni zake, SBL inaajiri moja kwa moja zaidi ya watu 800, huku zaidi ya watu 140,000 wakinufaika kwa njia isiyo ya moja kwa moja kupitia mnyororo wake wa thamani. Hii inajumuisha wasambazaji, wasafirishaji, wafanyabiashara, pamoja na wadau katika sekta ya huduma kama migahawa na hoteli.

YAS RETAINS TITLE AS TANZANIA’S FASTEST MOBILE NETWORK FOR THIRD CONSECUTIVE YEAR

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – 17 March 2026 — Yas Tanzania has once again solidified its position as the country’s leading mobile network, earning the title of Tanzania’s fastest mobile network for the third year in a row. The recognition comes from global network intelligence leader Ookla, based on extensive data collected through its widely trusted Speedtest platform.

Recognition at a Global Stage

The prestigious Speedtest Award was presented during Mobile World Congress 2026 held in Barcelona, Spain — one of the world’s most prominent gatherings for the technology and telecommunications industry. The accolade highlights Yas’s continued leadership in delivering fast and reliable mobile connectivity across Tanzania.

Data-Driven Performance Excellence

The award is based on millions of real-world, consumer-initiated tests conducted via the Speedtest platform. These tests evaluate key performance metrics such as download and upload speeds across all major mobile operators in the Tanzanian market.

During the assessment period, Yas achieved the highest overall Speed Score, outperforming its competitors and reinforcing its reputation as the benchmark for mobile network performance in the country.

Leadership Perspective

Speaking on the achievement, Pierre Canton, Chief Executive Officer of Yas Tanzania, emphasized the company’s long-term commitment to innovation and infrastructure development:

“Winning the Ookla Speedtest Award for the third consecutive year is a proud milestone for Yas and cements our position as the benchmark for mobile network performance in Tanzania. Over the past few years, we have made significant investments to modernize and expand our network infrastructure, enabling us to deliver the widest 4G network footprint and a rapidly expanding 5G network in the country.”

TCB BANK YANZINDUA KAMPENI YA KUCHOCHEA UCHUMI NA KUWEZESHA NDOTO ZA WATANZANIA

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – Tanzania Commercial Bank (TCB Bank) imezindua kampeni maalum inayolenga kuwawezesha Watanzania kufikia ndoto zao kupitia suluhisho bunifu za kifedha, hatua inayotarajiwa kuchochea ukuaji wa uchumi na kuboresha ustawi wa jamii.

Kampeni hiyo inalenga kupanua upatikanaji wa huduma za kifedha kwa makundi mbalimbali ya wananchi, hususan wajasiriamali, wakulima pamoja na biashara ndogo na za kati (SMEs). Lengo kuu ni kuongeza uzalishaji, kukuza biashara na kuimarisha fursa za ajira nchini.

Kukuza Ushirikiano na Wateja

Akizungumza wakati wa uzinduzi huo, Jema Msuya, aliyemwakilisha Mkurugenzi Mtendaji wa TCB Bank, alisema benki hiyo imejipanga kuwa mshirika wa maendeleo kwa wateja wake kwa kutoa huduma zinazokidhi mahitaji yao halisi.

“Tunataka kuwa karibu na wateja wetu na kuhakikisha kila Mtanzania anapata msaada wa kifedha unaomwezesha kufikia ndoto zake,” alisema.

 

Kwa upande wake, Alex Dwashi, Mkurugenzi wa Masoko na Mawasiliano wa benki hiyo, alieleza kuwa kampeni hiyo inalenga kujenga uhusiano wa karibu zaidi na wateja kwa kuelewa changamoto zao na kutoa suluhisho mahsusi.

“Kampeni hii inalenga kugusa maisha ya Watanzania moja kwa moja kwa kuwaunga mkono katika safari ya kukuza shughuli zao za kiuchumi,” alisisitiza.

WOMEN LEADERS CONVENE IN DAR ES SALAAM FOR ACCELERATE WOMEN EXECUTIVE SUMMIT 2026

Dar es Salaam, March 14, 2026 — Women leaders, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and professionals gathered at Johari Rotana for the Accelerate Women Executive Summit 2026, held under the theme “Power and Purpose.”

The high-impact summit brought together influential voices from business, technology, finance, and public institutions for a day of insightful discussions, practical learning, and strategic networking—aimed at strengthening women’s leadership and economic participation in Tanzania and beyond.

A Platform for Growth and Empowerment

Organized by Accelerate Women, the summit created a dynamic platform for women across sectors to gain actionable insights on leadership, business growth, digital transformation, and financial empowerment.

Representing the Ministry of Industry and Trade on behalf of the Minister, Hon. Judith Kapinga, Dr. Ashura Katunzi, Director General of the Tanzania Bureau of Standards, emphasized the importance of standards, quality assurance, and business formalization.

She encouraged women entrepreneurs to align with national standards to enhance credibility, scale sustainably, and access larger markets—while reaffirming the government’s commitment to enabling women-led business growth through supportive policies and institutions.

AI and Digital Transformation Take Center Stage

A standout moment of the summit was a Masterclass on Artificial Intelligence led by Michael Denuh, Chief Technology Officer and Co-Founder of Hustle Sasa.

The session explored how AI is reshaping industries and how entrepreneurs can leverage emerging tools to boost productivity, enhance marketing strategies, and make data-driven decisions.

The masterclass drew strong engagement, with more than 20 participants actively contributing through questions—reflecting growing interest in integrating AI into business operations. A live demonstration of AI tools further brought the concepts to life, showcasing how technology can automate processes, generate content, and support strategic planning.

STANBIC BANK TRADE FINANCE POWERS TANZANIA’S PATH TO A $1 TRILLION ECONOMY BY 2050

In the architectural blueprint of a nation’s economy, physical infrastructure such as the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) and the Julius Nyerere Hydropower Project form the visible skeleton. Yet, the true muscle that powers commerce lies in trade finance—the often unseen force enabling goods, capital, and opportunity to move efficiently across borders.

As Tanzania advances through 2026, trade finance is undergoing a critical transformation. No longer viewed as mere “banking plumbing,” it has become a strategic national asset—central to achieving the country’s long-term ambition of a $1 trillion economy by 2050.

According to Tshepo Molete, Head of Transaction Banking for Corporate and Investment Banking at Stanbic Bank Tanzania, the role of trade finance has expanded far beyond isolated transactions.

“When we finance a railway, a port expansion, or an energy project, we are not simply supporting a single deal. We are laying the foundation for trade flows, industrialization, and regional integration that extend well beyond the initial investment. We are building the ‘silent infrastructure’ that will carry Tanzania toward its 2050 Vision.”

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1. The Global Pivot: Navigating Three Strategic Corridors

Tanzania’s geographic position is rapidly evolving into a competitive advantage, anchored on three key international trade corridors that are expected to define its future as a global trade hub.

The Tanzania–India Corridor: The Value-Addition Frontier

India remains Tanzania’s top export destination, with bilateral trade reaching $8.6 billion in 2025.

• Current State: Exports are heavily concentrated in gold (37%) and agricultural commodities such as cashew nuts and pigeon peas.
• 2050 Outlook ($35 Billion): A strategic shift toward agro-processing and pharmaceuticals, supported by joint ventures that bring Indian manufacturing expertise into Tanzania.

Trade finance will play a key role in funding industrial partnerships, enabling the country to move up the value chain.

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The Tanzania–China Corridor: The Industrial Engine

As Tanzania’s largest trading partner, China continues to drive industrialization through capital goods and infrastructure investment.

• Current State: Trade expanded by 12.1% in early 2025, reaching $2.1 billion in Q1 alone.
• 2050 Outlook ($28 Billion): The rise of Special Economic Zones (SEZs) backed by Chinese investment.

KERRY 2026 TASTE CHARTS REVEAL TANGERINE, TAMARIND, AND MANGO CHILLI DRIVE A CONTINENT-WIDE SHIFT IN FLAVOUR

Dar es Salaam, TANZANIA – Kerry, the global leader in taste and nutrition, has unveiled the Tanzania 2026 Taste Charts, highlighting a definitive shift in consumer palates across the continent. The new reports, covering 54 countries across Africa including, Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, and Zambia, signal that African consumers are moving beyond traditional staple flavours, seeking greater complexity, specific, more variety, and “cocktail-inspired” experiences in their everyday food and beverages.

The 2026 Taste Charts are powered by an extensive multidisciplinary team of over 1,200 scientists, 100 flavourists, 70 food craft experts, and 250+ marketing and insights voices.

As consumer expectations continue to fragment and intensify, the 2026 Taste Charts expand from five to seven categories in the region, covering Refreshing Beverages, Alcohol & Alcohol-Inspired Drinks, Tea, Coffee & Cocoa, Savoury Snacks, Sweet Treats, Soups and Dressing, Meat and Meals and supplements. This broader view captures the growing crossover between indulgence and wellness, tradition and novelty, and global inspiration and local identity that are increasingly shaping flavour decisions.

TANZANIA RECORDS 357% SURGE IN REVENUE FROM GOVERNMENT MINORITY-OWNED COMPANIES

Arusha, Tanzania | 16 March 2026 — Tanzania has recorded a significant increase in revenue contributions from companies in which the Government holds minority shares, highlighting improved performance, stronger governance, and enhanced investment oversight.

Speaking at the Annual Forum of Board Directors of Government Minority-Owned Companies held at the Pan African Postal Union (PAPU) Headquarters in Arusha, the Minister for Finance, Khamis Mussa Omar, revealed that contributions to the Consolidated Fund rose sharply from TZS 58.26 billion in 2020 to TZS 266.52 billion in 2024.

The increase represents a remarkable 357 percent growth over five years, reflecting the impact of reforms and strengthened supervision under the Treasury Registrar’s Office.

“This growth demonstrates improved governance, accountability, and strategic management of public investments,” the Minister noted.

Government Investment Hits TZS 3.6 Trillion

According to Minister Omar, companies in which the Government holds minority shares now account for 18 percent of the 308 institutions under the Treasury Registrar.

He added that total Government investment reached TZS 3.6 trillion in the 2024/2025 financial year, with TZS 1.94 trillion invested domestically—a clear indication of the Government’s commitment to supporting local economic growth.

Driving Growth Through Strategic Investment

The Finance Minister emphasized the importance of ensuring that public investments are efficiently managed, profitable, and aligned with national economic priorities.

He commended ongoing reforms across public institutions, noting their critical role in boosting non-tax revenue collection and strengthening overall institutional performance.

These reforms, he said, have contributed to a record increase in non-tax revenue to the Government in the current fiscal cycle.