COCA-COLA SYSTEM INVESTS USD 1.94 MILLION TO STRENGTHEN WATER SECURITY IN TANZANIA

Coca-Cola officials pose for a group photo recently in Morogoro. The Coca-Cola system in Tanzania is investing USD 1.94 million to help restore the Ruvu Basin—an initiative focused on improving water replenishment through nature-based solutions, restoring catchment areas, and supporting more sustainable water management in the Ngerengere catchment of the Ruvu sub-basin. It also aims to strengthen watershed management capacity, restore degraded catchment areas, and promote water stewardship.

Morogoro, Tanzania – 26 March 2026 — The Coca-Cola system in Tanzania has announced a USD 1.94 million investment aimed at restoring the Ruvu Basin, a critical water source that supports Dar es Salaam—the country’s commercial capital—and millions of people, businesses, and agricultural activities across eastern Tanzania.

Protecting a Vital Water Lifeline

The Ruvu Basin plays a central role in supplying water to an estimated 9 million residents in Dar es Salaam, as well as sustaining surrounding communities and ecosystems. Recognizing increasing pressure on water resources, the Coca-Cola system’s investment is designed to strengthen long-term water security through sustainable and community-driven solutions.

The initiative will focus on the Ngerengere catchment within the Ruvu sub-basin, with key interventions including:

• Restoration of degraded catchment areas
• Implementation of nature-based water replenishment solutions
• Promotion of sustainable water management practices
• Strengthening local watershed management capacity

Driving Community Impact Through Partnerships

The project is led by the Global Water Challenge (GWC) and implemented by the International Union for Conservation of Nature in collaboration with the Wami-Ruvu Basin Water Board (WRBWB).

On-the-ground activities will include tree planting and the promotion of climate-resilient farming practices, directly benefiting at least 2,000 farmers in the region. These efforts aim not only to restore ecosystems but also to enhance livelihoods and build resilience against climate-related water challenges.

TANZANIA BREWERIES LEADS CLEAN-UP INITIATIVE TO PROTECT DAR ES SALAAM’S WATER SYSTEMS

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – March 26, 2026
Tanzania Breweries PLC has reaffirmed its commitment to environmental sustainability and community well-being through a hands-on clean-up initiative aimed at protecting critical water systems in Dar es Salaam.

Marking this year’s World Water Day, the company brought together city leaders, more than 100 employees, and community stakeholders for a large-scale environmental exercise in Ilala District. The initiative focused on restoring an effluent discharge channel—an essential component in safeguarding surrounding water systems and maintaining urban sanitation.

Public-Private Collaboration for Urban Sustainability

The clean-up exercise was conducted in collaboration with the Mayor of Dar es Salaam City Council, Nurdin Bilal Juma, alongside Ilala Municipal authorities and local councillors. The joint effort highlights the growing importance of partnerships between the private sector and local government in addressing urban environmental challenges.

Led by Neema Temba, Corporate Affairs Director at TBL, the initiative demonstrated how corporate leadership can translate sustainability commitments into tangible action.

Speaking during the exercise, Temba emphasized the company’s long-term approach to water stewardship:

“Water is at the centre of our business and our communities. We have a responsibility to protect it—both within our operations and in the environments where we operate. This initiative reflects how we work with partners to deliver practical solutions that support long-term water security.”

She further noted that meaningful environmental impact requires consistent collaboration and on-the-ground action.

AXA HEALTH INTERNATIONAL EXPANDS AFRICAN FOOTPRINT WITH NEW TANZANIA COLLABORATION

26 March 2026 - Dar es Salaam, Tanzania — AXA Health International, operating under the AXA Global Healthcare brand, has announced a strategic collaboration in Tanzania with Alliance Insurance Corporation Limited and MIC Global Risks Tanzania Ltd. The move marks another milestone in AXA’s ongoing expansion across Africa, reinforcing its commitment to delivering premium international healthcare solutions in high-growth markets.

Strengthening Access to International Healthcare

The collaboration is set to enhance access to global-standard healthcare services in Tanzania, targeting individuals, corporates, expatriates, and internationally mobile professionals. Through this partnership, clients will benefit from The Global Executive Health Plan (GEHP) — a comprehensive international private medical insurance solution designed to facilitate access to specialised treatment beyond national borders.

This development builds on AXA Health International’s earlier partnership with Executive Healthcare Solutions (EHS), announced in October 2025, which established an exclusive distribution framework across Kenya and several African markets. In Tanzania, MIC Global Risks—appointed by EHS as intermediary—serves as the exclusive distributor.

Defined Roles Within the Collaboration

The partnership is structured to ensure efficiency, compliance, and seamless service delivery:

• AXA Health International provides global healthcare administration, medical expertise, and access to its extensive international provider network.
• MIC Global Risks Tanzania Ltd acts as the exclusive distributor, managing client engagement, policy issuance, and ongoing servicing.
• Alliance Insurance Corporation Limited serves as the licensed local insurer, ensuring regulatory compliance, with premiums paid directly to the company.

Meeting the Needs of a Growing Market

As Tanzania continues to position itself as a regional hub for investment, trade, and professional mobility, demand for international healthcare solutions is rising. Multinational corporations, expatriates, and globally mobile professionals increasingly require access to advanced medical care that may not be readily available locally.

The GEHP addresses this gap by offering structured access to internationally recognised hospitals and specialists, supported by services such as medical evacuation, cross-border care coordination, and second medical opinions.

Importantly, the plan is not designed as a domestic health insurance product. Instead, it operates within an international private medical insurance framework, focusing on access to specialised treatment abroad when needed.

EAIF 2026 CONVENES REGIONAL LEADERS TO ACCELERATE FINTECH INVESTMENT AND DIGITAL INCLUSION

Ms. Cynthia Ponera, Chairperson of TAFINA, speaks at the launch of the East Africa Investment Forum held in Dar es Salaam.

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania — 26 March 2026 — The East Africa Investment Forum (EAIF) 2026 is underway in Dar es Salaam, bringing together investors, policymakers, regulators, and fintech innovators from across East Africa and beyond.

Hosted by the Tanzania Fintech Association (TAFINA), the two-day forum is being held at the Hyatt Regency Dar es Salaam, The Kilimanjaro under the theme “Fintech Forward: Innovation & Inclusion.” The event serves as a strategic platform to deepen dialogue, unlock partnerships, and catalyze investment in the region’s fast-evolving digital financial ecosystem.

Kennedy Komba, Director of Financial Deepening and Inclusion at Bank of Tanzania, shares valuable insights on advancing financial inclusion and expanding access through digital solutions.

Strengthening the Fintech Ecosystem

EAIF 2026 is supported by Vodacom Tanzania through its M-Pesa platform as the Exclusive Platinum Sponsor, underscoring a shared commitment to expanding access to digital financial services. The company’s participation highlights practical experience in scaling mobile financial solutions, while contributing to critical conversations around interoperability, regulatory alignment, and inclusive innovation.

Ms. Zuweina Farah, External Affairs and Vodacom Foundation Director, speaks at the launch of the East Africa Investment Forum held in Dar es Salaam.

The forum is structured to drive meaningful outcomes through keynote addresses, panel discussions, and curated investor matchmaking sessions. Core thematic areas include digital financial inclusion, cross-border interoperability, fintech regulation, investment readiness, and the role of emerging technologies in shaping the future of finance.

Policy, Innovation, and Investment Alignment

The forum was officially inaugurated by Kennedy Komba, Director of Financial Deepening and Inclusion at the Bank of Tanzania, who emphasized the importance of coordinated efforts in advancing inclusive financial systems.

“Advancing financial inclusion requires a coordinated approach that brings together policy, innovation, and investment. Platforms such as EAIF are important in fostering dialogue and collaboration across stakeholders, while supporting the development of a regulatory environment that enables responsible innovation and expands access to financial services for all,” he said.

I&M BANK YAPANUA MTANDAO WA MATAWI, YAFUNGUA TAWI LA 9 MIKOCHENI DAR ES SALAAM

I&M Bank Tanzania imeendelea kuimarisha uwekezaji wake katika sekta ya fedha nchini baada ya kufungua rasmi tawi lake la tisa katika eneo la Palm Village, Mikocheni jijini Dar es Salaam. Hatua hii ni sehemu ya mkakati wa benki hiyo kusogeza huduma za kifedha karibu zaidi na wananchi huku ikichochea ujumuishaji wa kifedha, hususan kwa wateja wa rejareja pamoja na wafanyabiashara wadogo na wa kati (SMEs).

Akizungumza wakati wa uzinduzi huo, Afisa Mtendaji Mkuu na Mkurugenzi Mtendaji wa benki hiyo, Zahid Mustafa, alisema ufunguzi wa tawi hilo unaakisi dhamira ya benki kuendelea kuwekeza nchini na kuchangia ukuaji wa uchumi. Alisisitiza kuwa Tanzania ni soko muhimu kwa benki hiyo, huku akibainisha kuwa wataendelea kupanua huduma na kuleta suluhisho bunifu za kifedha zinazokidhi mahitaji ya wateja katika mazingira yanayobadilika kwa kasi.

Kwa upande wake, Mkuu wa Huduma za Rejareja na Kidijitali, Simon Gachahi, alieleza kuwa benki inapanga kuongeza idadi ya matawi hadi kufikia 18 ndani ya kipindi cha miaka mitatu ijayo. Lengo kuu ni kuongeza upatikanaji wa huduma za kifedha kwa urahisi zaidi, huku benki ikiendelea kutoa bidhaa nafuu zinazolenga kuchochea ukuaji wa biashara na ustawi wa wateja wake.

Miongoni mwa huduma zinazotolewa ni pamoja na miamala ya bure kutoka benki kwenda simu, pamoja na mikopo ya ununuzi wa mali yenye riba ya asilimia 9, inayolenga kusaidia wafanyabiashara kukuza shughuli zao na kuongeza uzalishaji.

NBC YAKABIDHI TREKTA TANECU, YAHITIMISHA KAMPENI YA ‘WEKEZA NBC SHAMBANI USHINDE’ MTWARA

Mkuu wa Wilaya ya Tandahimba, mkoani Mtwara , Kanali Michael Mntenjele, (alieketi kwenye trekta) akishuhudia makabidhiani ya trekta baina ya Meneja wa benki ya NBC Tawi la Lindi, Iovin Mapunda, (kushoto kwake) kwenda kwa Mwenyekiti wa Chama Kikuu cha Ushirika Tandahimba na Newala (TANECU), Karimu Chipola, (kulia kwake) ikiwa ni zawadi iliyotolewa na benki hiyo kwa chama hicho baada ya kuibuka mshindi wa jumla wa kampeni ya ‘Wekeza NBC Shambani Ushinde’ ya benki hiyo iliyokuwa mahususi kwa wakulima wa Korosho mkoani humo. Wanaoshuhudia ni pamoja na viongozi wa chama hicho, wakulima na maofisa wa NBC.

Mkuu wa Wilaya ya Tandahimba, mkoani Mtwara , Kanali Michael Mntenjele, (katikati alieshika mkasi) akikata utepe kuashiria hitimisho rasmi la msimu wa nne wa kampeni ya ‘Wekeza NBC Shambani Ushinde’ ya benki ya NBC. Wanaoshuhudia ni pamoja na Mkuu wa Wilaya ya Newala, Alhaji Rajabu Kundya (wa pili kulia), viongozi wa ushirika, wakulima na maofisa wa NBC.

Mtwara, Tandahimba | Machi 26, 2026

Katika hatua inayoendelea kudhihirisha dhamira ya kuinua sekta ya kilimo nchini, Benki ya Taifa ya Biashara (NBC) imehitimisha kwa mafanikio makubwa msimu wa nne wa kampeni yake ya ‘Wekeza NBC Shambani Ushinde’, kwa kumkabidhi mshindi mkuu—Chama Kikuu cha Ushirika Tandahimba na Newala (TANECU)—zawadi ya trekta.

Kampeni hiyo, iliyozinduliwa Septemba mwaka jana wilayani Tandahimba, imelenga kuhamasisha wakulima wa zao la korosho kuongeza uzalishaji kupitia huduma za kifedha zilizo rafiki na bunifu. Sambamba na hilo, imekuwa chachu ya kuwazawadia wakulima kwa vitendea kazi vya kisasa vinavyochochea tija na maendeleo ya kilimo.

Mbali na trekta, washiriki wa kampeni hiyo walipata fursa ya kushinda zawadi mbalimbali zikiwemo simu janja, pampu za kupulizia dawa, pikipiki, kompyuta mpakato (laptop) pamoja na mizani za kidijitali—zote zikilenga kuongeza ufanisi katika shughuli za kilimo.

AKIBA COMMERCIAL BANK PARTNERS WITH HANS PAUL AUTOMECH TO BOOST TANZANIA’S TOURISM SECTOR

March 25, 2026 – Arusha, Tanzania

Tanzania’s tourism sector remains a cornerstone of the national economy, supporting livelihoods, foreign exchange earnings, and regional development. As the industry continues to expand, empowering its key players with practical, scalable solutions is essential for sustaining long-term growth.

In a strategic move aligned with this vision, Akiba Commercial Bank Plc has partnered with Hans Paul Automech to address one of the sector’s most pressing challenges: access to reliable safari vehicles.

A Practical Solution to a Critical Industry Need

The collaboration, formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), is designed to enable tour operators to acquire high-quality, durable, and purpose-built safari vehicles—an essential asset for delivering consistent and competitive tourism experiences.

Speaking during the signing ceremony, Allen Nkya, Senior Manager for Business Banking, emphasized the bank’s strategic intent:

“This partnership reflects our deliberate effort to support the tourism sector by providing tailored financial solutions that enable operators to acquire strong, durable and reliable safari vehicles. Through this arrangement, Akiba Commercial Bank will finance up to 80% of the vehicle cost, with customers contributing only 20%.”

Financing Designed Around the Tourism Cycle

A standout feature of this initiative is its flexibility. Unlike conventional financing models, this structure is tailored to the unique dynamics of the tourism industry, where revenue streams fluctuate between peak and low seasons.

By aligning repayment terms with actual cash flows, the partnership allows tour operators to invest in quality assets without placing undue pressure on their financial stability—ultimately supporting more sustainable business growth.

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.