NMB SECURES US$30 MILLION FROM CHINA DEVELOPMENT BANK TO BOOST SME FINANCING IN TANZANIA

NMB Bank Plc Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Ruth Zaipuna (right), shakes hands with China Development Bank (CDB) President, Huang Zhiqiang, during the signing ceremony of a US$30 million loan facility aimed at expanding financing for micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in Tanzania. The ceremony was held at NMB Bank’s headquarters in Dar es Salaam.

DAR ES SALAAM; November 5, 2026 - NMB Bank Plc has secured a US$30 million loan facility from China Development Bank (CDB) to expand access to financing for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Tanzania, providing additional capital to support business expansion, investment and trade.

The financing agreement was signed at NMB Bank’s headquarters in Dar es Salaam, strengthening cooperation between the two financial institutions and enhancing the bank’s capacity to support Tanzanian enterprises, including businesses engaged in trade with China.

Speaking during the signing ceremony, NMB Bank Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Ruth Zaipuna, said limited access to adequate financing remains one of the major challenges facing entrepreneurs seeking to expand their businesses and compete in wider markets.

“Small businesses are central to Tanzania’s economy, yet access to adequate financing remains a challenge for many entrepreneurs. This US$30 million facility will strengthen our ability to respond to their financing needs, support business expansion and facilitate trade. Our focus is to ensure that more Tanzanian businesses have access to the capital they need to grow,” Zaipuna said.

Strengthening Tanzania-China Trade Relations

Zaipuna said the partnership would further strengthen NMB’s relationships with Chinese financial institutions and business partners, creating additional opportunities for Tanzanian importers and exporters to access financing and cross-border payment services.

Through its partnership with China’s Cross-border Interbank Payment System (CIPS), NMB provides renminbi (RMB) payment services, RMB-denominated business accounts and trade finance solutions designed to facilitate transactions between Tanzania and China.

The bank also facilitates Canton Fair business tours, connecting Tanzanian entrepreneurs with Chinese manufacturers and suppliers to explore commercial opportunities and establish new business relationships.

WATEJA CRDB KUFURAHIA MABORESHO YA INTERNET BANKING, KIKOMO CHA MIAMALA KUPANDA HADI SH MILIONI 200

DAR ES SALAAM; November 5, 2026 - Benki ya CRDB imeboresha huduma yake ya Internet Banking kwa lengo la kuwapa wateja uwezo zaidi wa kufanya miamala, kusimamia fedha zao na kutekeleza mahitaji mbalimbali ya kibenki kwa urahisi, popote walipo.

Maboresho hayo yameangaziwa wakati wa uzinduzi wa kampeni ya “Internet Banking ni Bora Zaidi – Uwezo Zaidi, Urahisi Zaidi,” inayolenga kuhamasisha matumizi ya huduma za kibenki kwa njia ya kidijitali. Kupitia mfumo huo, wateja wanaweza kupata huduma mbalimbali kwa kutumia simu au kompyuta saa 24 kwa siku, siku saba za wiki.

Kikomo cha miamala chafikia Sh milioni 200

Akizungumza wakati wa uzinduzi wa kampeni hiyo, Mkurugenzi wa Huduma za Benki kwa Wateja Binafsi wa Benki ya CRDB, Bonaventura Paul, amesema moja ya maboresho makubwa yaliyofanyika ni kuongeza kiwango cha juu cha muamala kutoka Sh milioni 50 hadi Sh milioni 200.

Amesema mfumo huo pia sasa unawezesha wateja kufanya hadi malipo 2,000 kwa muamala mmoja, yakiwamo malipo ya mishahara, jambo linalorahisisha shughuli za biashara na taasisi pamoja na kuokoa muda wa wateja.

Huduma mbalimbali katika mfumo mmoja

Aidha, kupitia Internet Banking, wateja wanaweza kuhamisha fedha kwenda benki nyingine kupitia mfumo wa Tanzania Interbank Settlement System (TISS), kufanya malipo ya kimataifa kupitia mfumo wa SWIFT na kutumia sarafu mbalimbali.

Huduma nyingine zinazopatikana kupitia mfumo huo ni pamoja na malipo ya huduma za Serikali kupitia GePG, kodi za Mamlaka ya Mapato Tanzania (TRA), ununuzi wa umeme wa LUKU, malipo ya ving'amuzi na ununuzi wa tiketi za ndege.

DIAMOND TRUST BANK YAZINDUA AKAUNTI YA BIASHARA+ KUIMARISHA UJUMUISHAJI WA KIFEDHA NA KUKUZA BIASHARA NCHINI

Kutoka kushoto: Bw. Abhinav Sharma, Mkuu wa Huduma za Benki kwa Wateja Binafsi wa DTB; Bi. Elizabeth Mayengoh, Mkuu wa Matawi; Bw. Ravneet Chowdhury, Afisa Mtendaji Mkuu (CEO); na Bw. Magusa Nhende, Mkuu wa Idara ya Mikopo ya Rejareja na Ubunifu wa Kidijitali, wakati wa uzinduzi wa Akaunti ya Biashara+, huduma iliyoboreshwa inayolenga kuwawezesha wajasiriamali na wafanyabiashara wadogo na wa kati kupitia huduma za benki zenye gharama nafuu, urahisi wa kufanya miamala na upatikanaji wa huduma za kifedha kidijitali.

Dar es Salaam; November 4, 2026 - Benki ya Diamond Trust Bank Tanzania PLC (DTB) imezindua Akaunti ya Biashara+, huduma mpya ya kibenki inayolenga kuwawezesha wajasiriamali na wafanyabiashara wadogo na wa kati (MSMEs) kupitia huduma za kifedha zenye gharama nafuu, urahisi wa kufanya miamala na upatikanaji wa huduma za kibenki kidijitali.

Akaunti hiyo imeundwa kwa kutambua mchango mkubwa wa biashara ndogo na za kati katika kukuza uchumi, kuongeza ajira na kuchochea ujasiriamali nchini. Kupitia huduma hiyo, DTB inalenga kurahisisha usimamizi wa fedha na miamala ya kila siku ya biashara, huku ikipanua upatikanaji wa huduma rasmi za kifedha.

Biashara+ inalenga makundi mbalimbali ya wafanyabiashara, yakiwemo wafanyabiashara wa rejareja, wauzaji na wasambazaji wa bidhaa, wafanyabiashara wa pembejeo za kilimo, wamiliki binafsi wa biashara pamoja na wajasiriamali wengine wanaohitaji huduma za benki zilizo rahisi na zenye gharama nafuu.

Akaunti Kufunguliwa kwa Sh10,000

Miongoni mwa vivutio vya Akaunti ya Biashara+ ni urahisi wa kuifungua, ambapo mteja anahitaji kiasi cha kuanzia Sh10,000 pekee, huku salio la chini linalotakiwa kubaki kwenye akaunti likiwa ni Sh10,000.

Hatua hiyo inalenga kupunguza vikwazo vya gharama katika upatikanaji wa huduma rasmi za benki, hususan kwa wajasiriamali na wafanyabiashara wenye mitaji midogo.

Akizungumza kuhusu uzinduzi wa akaunti hiyo, Mkuu wa Idara ya Huduma za Benki kwa Wateja Binafsi wa DTB, Bw. Abhinav Sharma, amesema benki hiyo inaendelea kujizatiti kusaidia ukuaji wa biashara na kupanua ujumuishaji wa kifedha nchini.

DIAMOND TRUST BANK TANZANIA LAUNCHES BIASHARA+ TO EMPOWER MSMEs AND ACCELERATE BUSINESS GROWTH

From left: Mr. Abhinav Sharma, Head of Retail Banking; Ms. Elizabeth Mayengoh, Head of Branches; Mr. Ravneet Chowdhury, Chief Executive Officer (CEO); and Mr. Magusa Nhende, Head of Retail Lending & Digital Innovation, during the launch of the DTB Biashara+ Account, a new banking solution designed to meet the evolving needs of MSMEs through accessible, flexible and value-driven banking services.

DAR ES SALAAM, TANZANIA: November 4, 2026 - Diamond Trust Bank Tanzania PLC (DTB Tanzania) has launched the Biashara+ Current Account, an enhanced business banking solution aimed at empowering Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) through affordable banking services, simplified transactions and convenient access to digital financial solutions.

Recognising the critical role played by MSMEs in driving economic growth, job creation and entrepreneurship, the Biashara+ Current Account has been specifically designed to support businesses in managing their day-to-day financial operations more efficiently.

The account targets retailers, traders, distributors, agro-dealers, sole proprietors and other small business owners seeking accessible, affordable and reliable banking solutions.

With an opening balance of just TZS 10,000 and a minimum operating balance of TZS 10,000, Biashara+ makes formal banking more accessible to entrepreneurs, particularly those operating with limited financial resources.

DTB Reaffirms Commitment to Supporting Small Businesses

Commenting on the launch, Diamond Trust Bank Tanzania Head of Retail Banking, Mr. Abhinav Sharma, reaffirmed the bank's commitment to supporting enterprise development and advancing financial inclusion.

"Small businesses are the backbone of our economy, and their growth is essential to Tanzania's economic progress. Through Biashara+, we are making everyday banking simpler, more affordable and more accessible, enabling entrepreneurs to spend less time managing banking transactions and more time building sustainable businesses," said Mr. Sharma.

Affordable Banking and Convenient Digital Services

The Biashara+ Current Account comes with several benefits designed to improve convenience and reduce banking costs for small businesses.

Key benefits include:

• Free Internet Banking registration.
• Free Lipa Eazy onboarding.
• Two free TIPS transfers per day.
• Free Mobile Banking registration for sole proprietors.

KCB BANK TANZANIA INTEGRATES PAYPAL WITH BANKING SERVICES TO EXPAND ACCESS TO INTERNATIONAL INCOME

Dar es Salaam; November 3, 2026 - KCB Bank Tanzania has introduced a service enabling Tanzanians earning income through international employment and business opportunities to transfer funds directly from PayPal into their bank accounts through the KCB Mobile App. The initiative aims to simplify access to earnings generated from services provided to clients outside the country.

Launched on October 9, 2026, the service allows customers to link their PayPal accounts with their KCB bank accounts, receive international payments through PayPal and transfer the funds directly into their bank accounts using their mobile phones. The development is expected to reduce reliance on intermediary channels previously used by some Tanzanians to access their international earnings.

The service is expected to benefit freelancers, content creators, writers, technology professionals, online entrepreneurs and tourism companies that receive payments from international clients through digital platforms.

Speaking during the launch, KCB Head of Digital Financial Services, Josina Njambi, said the partnership aims to make digital financial services more accessible and convenient for customers working with clients across different parts of the world.

AIRTEL AFRICA DELIVERS STRONG REVENUE AND CUSTOMER GROWTH IN FIRST HALF OF 2026/27 FINANCIAL YEAR

• Group revenue increases by 28.2% to $3.82 billion, while customer base grows to 193.9 million.
• Strong growth across all operating regions, led by Nigeria at 27%, Francophone Africa at 19.2% and East Africa at 18.2%.

November 3, 2026 – Airtel Africa plc, a leading provider of telecommunications and mobile money services across Africa, has reported strong operating and financial performance for the six months ended September 30, 2026, supported by continued investment in network infrastructure, digital capabilities and customer experience.

The Group's total customer base grew by 11.6% to 193.9 million, compared with 173.8 million in the corresponding period last year. Data customers increased by 15% to 89.9 million, while Airtel Money customers grew by 22.4% to 60.9 million, reflecting sustained demand for connectivity and digital financial services across its markets.

Commenting on the performance, Sunil Taldar, Chief Executive Officer of Airtel Africa plc, said the results reflected strong underlying demand across the Group's markets and consistent execution of its strategy.

“Over the first half we have delivered another strong operating and financial performance, reflecting the depth of underlying demand across our markets and consistent execution of our strategy, with total customer growth remaining strong and stable,” he said.

Smartphone penetration increased to 51.6%, supporting higher data consumption. Average smartphone data usage per customer rose to 13.3 GB per month, compared with 10.1 GB in the corresponding period last year. Increased data usage, alongside improvements in customer experience, contributed to a 10.7% increase in data average revenue per user (ARPU) on a constant currency basis.

BENKI YA KCB YAUNGANISHA PAYPAL NA HUDUMA ZA BENKI KUPANUA FURSA ZA MAPATO YA KIMATAIFA

Benki ya KCB Tanzania imezindua huduma inayowawezesha Watanzania kuhamisha fedha kutoka kwenye akaunti zao za PayPal kwenda moja kwa moja kwenye akaunti za benki kupitia programu ya KCB Mobile App, hatua inayolenga kurahisisha upatikanaji wa mapato yanayotokana na kazi na biashara za kimataifa.

Huduma hiyo iliyozinduliwa Oktoba 9, 2026, inawawezesha wateja kuunganisha akaunti zao za PayPal na akaunti za KCB, kupokea malipo kutoka kwa wateja walioko nje ya nchi na kuhamisha fedha hizo kwenda kwenye akaunti zao za benki kwa kutumia simu za mkononi.

Ujumuishaji huo unalenga kupunguza changamoto zinazoweza kujitokeza katika upatikanaji wa mapato ya kimataifa, huku ukiwawezesha wateja kusimamia fedha zao kwa urahisi zaidi kupitia huduma za kidijitali.

KUFUNGUA FURSA KWA WAFANYAKAZI NA WAFANYABIASHARA WA MTANDAONI

Huduma hiyo inatarajiwa kuwa na manufaa kwa makundi mbalimbali yanayopata kipato kupitia shughuli za kimataifa, yakiwemo wafanyakazi wa kujitegemea (freelancers), wabunifu wa maudhui (content creators), waandishi, wataalamu wa teknolojia, wafanyabiashara wa mtandaoni pamoja na kampuni za utalii zinazopokea malipo kutoka kwa wateja wa nje ya nchi.

Kupitia huduma hiyo, makundi hayo yanaweza kutumia mfumo wa PayPal kupokea malipo ya huduma na bidhaa wanazotoa katika masoko ya kimataifa, kisha kuhamisha fedha hizo kwenda kwenye akaunti zao za KCB.

Akizungumzia uzinduzi wa huduma hiyo, Mkuu wa Huduma za Kifedha za Kidijitali wa KCB, Josina Njambi, amesema ushirikiano huo unalenga kurahisisha upatikanaji wa huduma za kifedha za kidijitali kwa wateja wanaofanya kazi na wateja kutoka sehemu mbalimbali duniani.

NMB YATENGA ZAWADI ZA SH. MILIONI 600 KWA WATEJA, MAGARI MATATU KUONGOZA KAMPENI YA ‘WEKA NA USHINDE’

Dar es Salaam; November 3, 2026 - Benki ya NMB imezindua kampeni ya Bonge la Mpango ‘Weka na Ushinde’, inayolenga kuhamasisha utamaduni wa kuweka akiba kwa kuwazawadia wateja wake zawadi zenye thamani ya zaidi ya Shilingi milioni 600.

Kampeni hiyo iliyoanza Novemba 1, 2026 na itakayodumu hadi Januari 31, 2027, inatoa fursa kwa wateja kushinda zawadi mbalimbali zikiwemo fedha taslimu, pikipiki na magari matatu, ikiwemo Toyota Land Cruiser la utalii na magari mawili aina ya Ford Ranger.

Akizungumza wakati wa uzinduzi wa kampeni hiyo uliofanyika jijini Dar es Salaam, Novemba 3, 2026, Afisa Mkuu wa Wateja Binafsi na Biashara wa NMB, Filbert Mponzi, alisema kampeni hiyo imeandaliwa kama sehemu ya juhudi za benki hiyo kuwahamasisha Watanzania kujiwekea akiba huku wakipata nafasi ya kunufaika na zawadi mbalimbali.

Alisema kupitia droo 13 za kila wiki, jumla ya wateja 130 watajishindia Shilingi 100,000 kila mmoja, huku wateja wengine 30 wakipata Shilingi 500,000 kila mmoja kupitia droo za kila mwezi.

Mbali na zawadi hizo za fedha, zawadi kuu zitakuwa magari matatu, ambayo ni Toyota Land Cruiser moja lililokusudiwa kwa shughuli za utalii na Ford Ranger mbili.

AMCOS KUNUFAIKA NA KAMPENI

Katika kuunga mkono sekta ya kilimo na kuimarisha ushirikiano na vyama vya msingi vya ushirika (AMCOS), Mponzi alisema kampeni hiyo pia imejumuisha vyama vya ushirika katika mikoa ya Mtwara na Lindi.

Alieleza kuwa NMB imetenga zaidi ya pikipiki 20 kwa ajili ya kuvizawadia vyama vitakavyopitisha malipo ya zao la korosho kupitia benki hiyo katika msimu wa 2026/2027.

Hatua hiyo inalenga kuhamasisha matumizi ya mifumo rasmi ya kifedha katika malipo ya mazao na kuongeza fursa za ushirikiano kati ya benki na wadau wa sekta ya kilimo.

EQUITY BANK, REFOREST AFRICA PARTNER TO PLANT 6,500 TREES AND EMPOWER COMMUNITIES THROUGH FINANCIAL LITERACY

MANG’ULA, MOROGORO – October 27, 2026: Equity Bank Tanzania has partnered with Reforest Africa, a non-governmental organisation focused on forest restoration and environmental conservation, to promote environmental sustainability and community empowerment through a joint initiative combining tree planting and financial literacy training in Mang’ula, Kilombero District, Morogoro Region.

The initiative reflects Equity Bank Tanzania’s commitment to sustainable development by linking environmental conservation with economic empowerment and improved access to financial knowledge and services.

Through the partnership, the two organisations aim to plant a total of 6,500 trees while supporting efforts to restore degraded forests, protect wildlife habitats and encourage communities to take an active role in conserving natural resources, particularly in the Kilombero and Udzungwa areas.

The first phase of the initiative involved planting 1,000 indigenous tree seedlings in Magombera Forest. The selected tree species were suitable for the local environment and are expected to contribute to the restoration of natural habitats and protection of wildlife corridors, including elephant migration routes.

Planting of the remaining seedlings is expected to continue until the end of the year, depending on weather conditions and the suitability of the environment for tree growth.

Strengthening Partnerships for Environmental Conservation

Speaking during the event, Mang’ula Division Secretary and Guest of Honour, Mr. Jasto Msimiyungu, emphasised the importance of collaboration among financial institutions, environmental conservation organisations, government leaders and communities in protecting natural resources and promoting sustainable development.

TANZANIA'S ECONOMY SHOWS RESILIENCE AS PRIVATE SECTOR CREDIT GROWS 34.2%, GOLD EXPORTS SURGE AND FOREIGN RESERVES REACH USD 6 BILLION

Dar es Salaam - November 2, 2026: Tanzania's economy continued to demonstrate resilience in September 2026, supported by strong private-sector credit growth, increased export earnings, improved tourism receipts and robust government revenue collection, despite mounting pressure from rising global energy prices and geopolitical uncertainties.

The latest Bank of Tanzania (BoT) Monthly Economic Review for October 2026 paints a picture of an economy maintaining relatively stable inflation, expanding financial sector activity and growing international trade, while facing emerging challenges associated with higher import costs and a widening current account deficit.

The report, which analyses developments through September 2026, highlights several indicators demonstrating the performance of Tanzania's economy and the opportunities and risks facing businesses, investors and policymakers.

Inflation Remains Within National Target

One of the notable developments was the continued stability of inflation, with headline inflation remaining at 4.3 percent in September 2026, unchanged from August.

The rate remained within the Government's medium-term inflation target of 3 to 5 percent, supported by moderation in energy, fuel and utilities inflation, which partly offset an increase in food prices.

Food inflation, however, increased slightly to 3.9 percent in September from 3.7 percent in August, largely reflecting higher prices of sorghum, potatoes, finger millet and wheat.

Meanwhile, core inflation remained unchanged at 4.1 percent.

The Bank of Tanzania noted that inflationary pressures could remain elevated in the coming months, particularly due to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and anticipated El Niño-induced rains during the Vuli season.

BENKI YA EXIM YAUNGA MKONO UHIFADHI WA MAZINGIRA, YATANGAZA FURSA ZA KIUCHUMI KILOLO, IRINGA

KILOLO, IRINGA, Oktoba 31, 2026 – Benki ya Exim Tanzania imeendelea kuunga mkono juhudi za uhifadhi wa mazingira na maendeleo ya jamii kupitia udhamini wake mkuu wa Mbio za Kitonga Marathon 2026 zilizofanyika wilayani Kilolo, mkoani Iringa.

Mbio hizo zilizokuwa na kaulimbiu ya “Tunza Mazingira, Wekeza Kilolo” zililenga kuhamasisha utunzaji wa mazingira, kuimarisha ushiriki wa jamii katika shughuli za maendeleo na kutangaza fursa mbalimbali za kiuchumi zilizopo wilayani humo, hususan katika sekta za kilimo, utalii na biashara.

Kupitia udhamini huo, Benki ya Exim imeonyesha dhamira yake ya kushirikiana na jamii na wadau mbalimbali katika kuunga mkono mipango inayochangia maendeleo endelevu zaidi ya huduma za kifedha inazotoa.

Akizungumzia ushiriki wa benki hiyo, Mkuu wa Idara ya Masoko na Mawasiliano wa Benki ya Exim Tanzania, Stanley Kafu, alisema udhamini huo unaakisi imani ya benki kwamba mchango wake katika jamii hauishii katika kutoa huduma za kifedha pekee, bali pia unahusisha kuunga mkono mipango inayowaunganisha wadau katika kufanikisha vipaumbele vya maendeleo.

“Mbio za Kitonga zinatoa fursa ya kuitangaza zaidi Kilolo na uwezo wake wa kiuchumi, huku zikihamasisha uwajibikaji wa pamoja katika uhifadhi wa mazingira. Sisi Exim Bank tunaamini kuwa maendeleo endelevu yanahitaji ushirikiano kati ya jamii, wafanyabiashara na wadau wengine.

“Udhamini wetu wa mbio hizi unaakisi dhamira yetu ya kushirikiana na jamii tunazozihudumia na kuchangia juhudi zinazolenga kuleta maendeleo katika maeneo yao,” alisema Kafu.

Udhamini wa Mbio za Kitonga ni sehemu ya jitihada za Benki ya Exim Tanzania kupitia mpango wake wa uwajibikaji kwa jamii unaojulikana kama Exim Cares. Kupitia mpango huo, benki inaunga mkono shughuli mbalimbali zinazolenga kuboresha maisha ya wananchi katika sekta za afya, elimu, uhifadhi wa mazingira, ubunifu na elimu ya masuala ya fedha.

AIRTEL YAIMARISHA MTANDAO GONGO LA MBOTO, YAUNGANISHA UWEKEZAJI NA UTUNZAJI WA MAZINGIRA

Dar es Salaam, Oktoba 29, 2026 – Airtel Tanzania imezindua mnara mpya wa mawasiliano katika eneo la Gongo la Mboto Markaz, jijini Dar es Salaam, unaotarajiwa kunufaisha zaidi ya wakazi 10,460 kwa kuboresha upatikanaji wa huduma za mawasiliano na kidijitali.

Sambamba na uzinduzi huo, kampuni hiyo iliendesha zoezi la usafi wa mazingira lililowakutanisha wafanyakazi wake, viongozi wa serikali za mitaa na wanajamii, kwa lengo la kuhamasisha uwajibikaji wa pamoja katika kutunza mazingira.

Washiriki walishirikiana kukusanya taka na kusafisha maeneo yanayozunguka mnara huo, hatua iliyoonesha umuhimu wa ushirikiano kati ya sekta binafsi na jamii katika kuboresha mazingira ya makazi.

Mnara huo ni sehemu ya uwekezaji unaofanywa na Airtel Tanzania katika kupanua na kuimarisha miundombinu ya mawasiliano ili kukidhi mahitaji yanayoongezeka ya huduma za simu na teknolojia za kidijitali.

Uwekezaji huo unalenga kuwawezesha wakazi, vijana na wafanyabiashara kupata huduma bora za mawasiliano zinazoweza kurahisisha shughuli zao za kila siku na kuwafungulia fursa zaidi katika uchumi wa kidijitali.

AIRTEL TANZANIA EXPANDS NETWORK COVERAGE, PROMOTES ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITY IN GONGO LA MBOTO

Dar es Salaam, October 29, 2026 – Airtel Tanzania has combined investment in telecommunications infrastructure with environmental responsibility through a community clean-up exercise held around its newly launched communication tower in Gongo la Mboto Markaz, Dar es Salaam.

The initiative brought together Airtel Tanzania employees, local government leaders and community members, who joined hands to collect litter and clear waste from the surroundings of the newly established communication site, contributing to efforts to create a cleaner and healthier environment.

The new communication tower is expected to benefit more than 10,460 residents in Gongo la Mboto and Ukonga by improving network coverage and providing more reliable communication services to households, businesses and other users.

The investment underscores Airtel Tanzania’s continued commitment to expanding its network infrastructure and improving access to digital services, enabling residents, young people and entrepreneurs to participate more effectively in the growing digital economy.

TANZANIA BREWERIES AND VETA PARTNER TO EQUIP 300 YOUNG TANZANIANS WITH PRACTICAL AGRICULTURAL SKILLS

Michelle Kilpin, Managing Director of TBL (second right), and CPA Anthony Kasore, Director General of VETA (second left), display the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the TBL Ujuzi-Kwanza Scholarship Programme, which aims to equip young people with practical skills through hands-on training across the agricultural value chain. The programme is funded by TBL. Also pictured are Neema Temba, TBL Director of Corporate Affairs and Regulatory (right), and Dr. Abdallah Ngodu, VETA Director of Vocational Education and Training.

TBL Ujuzi-Kwanza scholarship program to advance youth employability, entrepreneurship and sustainable agricultural value chains

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, Wednesday, 28 October 2026 - Tanzania Breweries Plc (TBL) and the Vocational Education and Training Authority (VETA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to launch the Ujuzi-Kwanza Scholarship Program, a partnership aimed at developing practical agricultural skills, creating opportunities for young people and supporting Tanzania's agricultural transformation.

The three-year program will equip 300 young Tanzanians from low-income households with skills across the agricultural value chain, including agricultural production, equipment maintenance, agro-mechanics and related technical competencies. It aims to improve youth employability, encourage entrepreneurship and strengthen agricultural productivity.

Under the agreement, TBL will cover training fees, while VETA will provide accredited training, technical expertise and nationally recognized qualifications. Participants will also gain practical experience in agricultural operations and services, including opportunities within TBL's barley and sorghum farming communities.

The agreement was signed by Michelle Kilpin, Managing Director of TBL, and CPA Anthony Kasore, Director General of VETA. Speaking at the signing ceremony, Kasore emphasized the importance of developing skills that respond to the agricultural sector's evolving needs.

“VETA was established to equip Tanzanians with practical, industry-relevant skills. As our agricultural sector is modernizing, we need skilled young people who can support agricultural production, improve farming practices, maintain equipment and provide essential technical services. This partnership creates opportunities for talented young Tanzanians who might otherwise be unable to afford training, while ensuring their skills respond to real industry needs,” said Kasore.

NBC BACKS AFRICAN INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES THROUGH NEW iTRUST ETFs TARGETING FINANCE, MINING & TECHNOLOGY

NBC Bank Managing Director, Theobald Sabi delivers his remarks during the launch of three new investment funds introduced by iTrust Finance, targeting Africa’s financial services, mining, telecommunications and technology sectors. NBC Bank serves as trustee and custodian of the funds.

NBC Bank Managing Director, Theobald Sabi (second left), alongside other stakeholders, including Capital Markets and Securities Authority (CMSA) Director of Market Supervision and Investigation, Exaut Julius (far left), follows proceedings during the launch of three new investment funds introduced by iTrust Finance, targeting Africa’s financial services, mining, telecommunications and technology sectors. NBC Bank serves as trustee and custodian of the funds. 

Dar es Salaam, October 27, 2026 – National Bank of Commerce (NBC Bank) is strengthening its role in Tanzania’s capital markets by serving as trustee and custodian of three new investment funds launched by iTrust Finance, offering investors exposure to Africa’s financial services, mining, telecommunications and technology sectors.

Three New ETFs Expand Investment Opportunities

The iAfrica Financials ETF, iAfrica Mining ETF, and iAfrica Telco and Tech ETF provide individual and institutional investors with access to companies listed on African stock markets through the Dar es Salaam Stock Exchange (DSE).

The funds aim to connect investors with sectors that play an important role in driving Africa’s economic growth and development.

Speaking at the launch in Dar es Salaam, NBC Managing Director Theobald Sabi said strong financial institutions were essential to protecting investors’ interests and supporting the growth of increasingly interconnected African capital markets.

“As African capital markets become increasingly interconnected, investors need strong and dependable financial institutions that can safeguard their assets and facilitate efficient, secure and cost-effective cross-border transactions,” Sabi said.

NBC Strengthens Capital Markets Infrastructure

NBC’s appointment as trustee and custodian builds on its longstanding partnership with iTrust Finance and underscores the bank’s contribution to the institutional infrastructure supporting investment products.

Its capabilities include securities custody, trustee services, registry management and collections, complemented by corporate and investment banking services.

The partnership has previously supported other investment initiatives, including the East African Community (EAC) Large Cap ETF, whose initial offer attracted TZS 54.03 billion against a target of TZS 10 billion.

NBC YACHOCHEA UWEKEZAJI AFRIKA KUPITIA MIFUKO YA FEDHA, MADINI NA TEKNOLOJIA

Mkurugenzi Mtendaji wa Benki ya NBC, Theobald Sabi, akitoa nasaha zake wakati wa uzinduzi wa mifuko mitatu mipya ya uwekezaji iliyoanzishwa na kampuni ya iTrust Finance, inayolenga sekta za huduma za kifedha, madini, mawasiliano na teknolojia barani Afrika. Benki ya NBC inahudumu kama mdhamini na mtunzaji wa mali za uwekezaji (trustee and custodian) wa mifuko hiyo. Hafla ya uzinduzi ilifanyika jijini Dar es Salaam jana.

Mkurugenzi Mtendaji wa Benki ya NBC, Theobald Sabi (wa pili kushoto), akiwa pamoja na wadau wengine, akiwemo Mkurugenzi wa Usimamizi na Uchunguzi wa Masoko wa Mamlaka ya Masoko ya Mitaji na Dhamana (CMSA), Exaut Julius (wa kwanza kushoto), wakifuatilia uzinduzi wa mifuko mitatu mipya ya uwekezaji iliyoanzishwa na kampuni ya iTrust Finance, inayolenga sekta za huduma za kifedha, madini, mawasiliano na teknolojia barani Afrika.

Baadhi ya maofisa waandamizi wa Benki ya NBC wakifuatilia hafla hiyo.

Dar es Salaam; Oktoba 28, 2026 - Benki ya Taifa ya Biashara (NBC) imeendelea kuimarisha nafasi yake katika soko la mitaji nchini kwa kushirikiana na kampuni ya iTrust Finance kuzindua mifuko mitatu mipya ya uwekezaji inayolenga sekta za huduma za kifedha, madini, mawasiliano na teknolojia barani Afrika.

Kupitia mifuko hiyo, NBC itahudumu kama mdhamini na mtunzaji wa mali za uwekezaji, jukumu linalolenga kuimarisha usalama wa mali za wawekezaji na kuunga mkono ukuaji wa bidhaa za uwekezaji zinazowaunganisha wawekezaji wa Tanzania na fursa zilizopo katika masoko ya hisa barani Afrika.

Mifuko hiyo ni iAfrica Financials ETF, iAfrica Mining ETF na iAfrica Telco and Tech ETF, ambayo itawawezesha wawekezaji binafsi na taasisi kupata fursa ya kuwekeza katika kampuni zilizoorodheshwa kwenye masoko ya hisa barani Afrika kupitia Soko la Hisa la Dar es Salaam (DSE).

Akizungumza katika uzinduzi huo uliofanyika jijini Dar es Salaam, Mkurugenzi Mtendaji wa NBC, Theobald Sabi, alisema kuimarika kwa uhusiano kati ya masoko ya mitaji barani Afrika kunahitaji taasisi imara za kifedha zinazoweza kulinda maslahi ya wawekezaji na kurahisisha uwekezaji katika masoko mbalimbali.

“Kadiri masoko ya mitaji barani Afrika yanavyozidi kuunganishwa, wawekezaji wanahitaji taasisi imara na zinazoaminika za kifedha zinazoweza kulinda mali zao na kuwezesha miamala ya kuvuka mipaka kuwa yenye ufanisi, usalama na gharama nafuu,” alisema Sabi.

NU LIFE FERTILITY CENTRE YATUMIA TEKNOLOJIA YA PGT-A KUBAINI HITILAFU ZA KROMOSOMU KWENYE VIINITETE

Wanandoa wanaokumbwa na tatizo la kuharibika kwa mimba mara kwa mara au kushindwa kupata ujauzito licha ya kupata matibabu ya uzazi wanaweza kunufaika na maendeleo ya uchunguzi wa vinasaba unaosaidia kubaini hitilafu za kromosomu kwenye viinitete kabla ya kuhamishiwa kwenye mfuko wa uzazi.

Uchunguzi huo unaojulikana kitaalamu kama Preimplantation Genetic Testing for Aneuploidy (PGT-A), hufanyika kwa kuchunguza kromosomu za viinitete vilivyotengenezwa kupitia teknolojia ya urutubishaji nje ya mwili (In-vitro Fertilisation – IVF), ili kusaidia kubaini viinitete vyenye idadi inayotarajiwa ya kromosomu kabla ya kuchagua kiinitete cha kuhamisha kwenye mfuko wa uzazi.

Akizungumza jijini Dar es Salaam, Mkurugenzi wa Nu Life Fertility Centre, Ratheen Rawal, alisema kituo hicho kinaendelea kutumia maendeleo ya tiba ya uzazi ili kusaidia kukabiliana na changamoto za ugumba zinazowakabili wanandoa.

AIRTEL YASOGEZA SULUHISHO ZA KIDIJITALI KWA WAFANYABIASHARA KATIKA MAONESHO YA TANO YA SIDO KAHAMA

Waziri wa Viwanda na Biashara, Judith Kapinga (wa pili kulia), akikabidhi cheti cha ushiriki kwa Mkurugenzi wa Airtel Tanzania anayesimamia Biashara, Joseph Vipond (kushoto), kufuatia udhamini wa kampuni hiyo katika Maonesho ya Tano ya Kitaifa ya SIDO yanayofanyika Kahama, Mkoani Shinyanga. Maonesho hayo yanalenga kukuza biashara na kuhamasisha matumizi ya suluhisho za kidijitali kwa biashara ndogo na za kati (SMEs). Wa nne kutoka kulia ni Katibu Mkuu wa Wizara ya Viwanda na Biashara, Waziri Salum, akiwa pamoja na viongozi wengine wa Serikali na Airtel.

Kahama, Shinyanga; Oktoba 24, 2026 - Airtel Tanzania, kupitia kitengo chake cha huduma kwa biashara cha Airtel Business, imewasogezea wafanyabiashara suluhisho za kidijitali na mawasiliano zinazolenga kuboresha ufanisi wa shughuli zao, kupunguza gharama za uendeshaji na kukuza biashara.

Suluhisho hizo zinaangaziwa katika Maonesho ya Tano ya Kitaifa ya Shirika la Kuhudumia Viwanda Vidogo (SIDO), yanayofanyika katika Viwanja vya Magufuli, Manispaa ya Kahama, Mkoa wa Shinyanga, kuanzia Oktoba 21 hadi 30, 2026.

Maonesho hayo ya siku 10 yameandaliwa na Wizara ya Viwanda na Biashara kwa kushirikiana na Ofisi ya Mkuu wa Mkoa wa Shinyanga, yakishirikisha zaidi ya wajasiriamali na wafanyabiashara wadogo 600 kutoka Tanzania Bara na Zanzibar.

Akizungumza wakati wa ufunguzi rasmi wa maonesho hayo, Waziri wa Viwanda na Biashara, Judith Kapinga, alisema Serikali inaendelea na juhudi za kupanua upatikanaji wa mikopo kwa wajasiriamali ili kuwawezesha kukuza biashara zao, kuongeza uzalishaji na kutengeneza ajira.

Alisisitiza umuhimu wa ushirikiano kati ya taasisi za fedha, sekta binafsi na SIDO katika kubuni huduma zinazokidhi mahitaji ya wajasiriamali, hususan katika upatikanaji wa mitaji.

“Lengo la Serikali hii ya Awamu ya Sita ni kuhakikisha huduma hizi zinaendelea kuwafikia wajasiriamali wengi zaidi, hasa wale wenye uwezo wa kuzalisha na kukuza biashara lakini wanaokabiliwa na vikwazo vya kupata fedha za mitaji. Nitumie pia fursa hii kuzihimiza taasisi za fedha kuendelea kushirikiana na Serikali kupitia SIDO katika kubuni huduma zinazozingatia mahitaji ya wajasiriamali wadogo na wa kati ili kuendeleza sekta hii nchini,” alisema Kapinga.

AIRTEL TANZANIA SHOWCASES DIGITAL SOLUTIONS FOR SMEs AT 5TH SIDO NATIONAL EXHIBITION IN KAHAMA

Minister for Industry and Trade, Judith Kapinga (second right), presents a certificate of participation to Airtel Tanzania Director of Business, Joseph Vipond (left), following the company’s sponsorship of the fifth SIDO National Exhibition in Kahama, Shinyanga Region. The exhibition promotes business growth and digital solutions for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Fourth from right is the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Industry and Trade, Waziri Salum, alongside other government and Airtel officials.

Kahama; October 24, 2026 - Airtel Tanzania, through its enterprise division, Airtel Business, is showcasing digital and connectivity solutions designed to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) at the 5th Small Industries Development Organization (SIDO) National Exhibition in Kahama, Shinyanga Region.

The exhibition, which runs from October 21 to 30, 2026, at Magufuli Grounds in Kahama Municipality, brings together more than 600 entrepreneurs and small enterprises from Mainland Tanzania and Zanzibar.

Organised by the Ministry of Industry and Trade in collaboration with the Office of the Shinyanga Regional Commissioner, the 10-day exhibition provides a platform for entrepreneurs to showcase their products, explore business opportunities and access services that can help strengthen their enterprises.

Speaking at the official opening, Minister for Industry and Trade Judith Kapinga highlighted the government's efforts to expand access to financing to help entrepreneurs grow their businesses, increase production and create employment.

She also called for stronger collaboration between the private sector and SIDO to address challenges facing micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), particularly access to capital.

“The goal of this Sixth Phase Government is to ensure that these services continue reaching more entrepreneurs, particularly those with the capacity to increase production and grow their businesses but who face barriers to accessing capital,” she said.

The Minister urged financial institutions to continue working with the government through SIDO to develop financial services that respond to the needs of MSMEs and support the growth of the sector.

She further called on SIDO to prioritise financing for productive activities that add value, strengthen local industries and generate employment.

VODACOM YAENDELEA KUKUZA GOLF NCHINI, PAUL CHIDALE AIBUKA KINARA VODACOM TANZANIA OPEN 2026

Mkurugenzi wa Vodacom Business, Nguvu Kamando (kulia) akimkabidhi mshindi kutoka Malawi Paul Chidale, tuzo baada ya kutwaa ubingwa wa Vodacom Tanzania Open 2026 jijini Arusha. Chidale alimaliza mashindano hayo kwa mikwaju 289 na kujinyakulia Sh9.35 milioni, akifuatiwa na Mtanzania Nuru Mollel aliyeshika nafasi ya pili kwa mikwaju 293 na Robinson Owiti kutoka Kenya aliyemaliza wa tatu kwa mikwaju 294.

Rais wa chama cha Golf nchini (Tanzania Golf Union - TGU) Gilman Kasiga, akizungumza na waandishi wa habari kuhusu mchango wa Vodacom Tanzania Open katika kukuza ushindani na kuendeleza mchezo wa golf nchini, wakati wa mashindano hayo yaliyofanyika Kili Golf Course jijini Arusha, Oktoba 22 hadi 25, 2026. Mashindano hayo yaliwakutanisha wachezaji kutoka Tanzania na nchi mbalimbali wakishindania zawadi za jumla ya Sh40 milioni.

Mkurugenzi wa Vodacom Business, Nguvu Kamando (kulia) akimkabidhi mchezaji golf kutoka Malawi, Paul Chidale, mfano wa hundi ya Sh9.35 milioni baada ya kutwaa ubingwa wa Vodacom Tanzania Open 2026 jijini Arusha. Chidale alimaliza mashindano hayo ya siku nne kwa jumla ya mikwaju 289, akimzidi Mtanzania Nuru Mollel aliyeshika nafasi ya pili kwa mikwaju 293 na Robinson Owiti kutoka Kenya aliyemaliza nafasi ya tatu kwa mikwaju 294.

Mkuu wa Idara ya Masoko na Uwezeshaji wa Vodacom Tanzania Plc, Joseph Sayi, akishiriki mchezo wa gofu wakati wa mashindano ya Vodacom Tanzania Open 2026 yaliyofanyika jijini Arusha.

Baadhi ya washiriki na wafanyakazi wa Vodacom Tanzania Plc wakiwa kwenye mazoezi wakati wa mashindano ya Vodacom Tanzania Open 2026 yaliyofanyika jijini Arusha katika viwanja vya Kili Golf Club jijini Arusha. Mashindano hayo ya siku nne yaliwakutanisha wachezaji kutoka Tanzania na nchi nyingine mbalimbali, wakishindania zawadi za jumla ya Sh40 milioni.

ABSA AND UNIVERSITY OF DAR ES SALAAM TO HOST THE 2026 BEN-AFRICA CONFERENCE IN TANZANIA

Absa Bank Tanzania Director of Marketing and Corporate Affairs, Aron Luhanga (centre), speaks to journalists in Dar es Salaam today about the BEN-Africa 2026 Conference on Business Ethics in Africa, scheduled to take place in Dar es Salaam on November 5 and 6 this year. On the left is the Director of Marketing and Acting Dean of the University of Dar es Salaam Business School, Dr Robert Suphian. On the right is Absa Bank Tanzania Director of Legal and Compliance, Alistides Kashasira.

Dar es Salaam, 26 October 2026 – Absa Bank Tanzania, in partnership with the Business Ethics Network of Africa (BEN-Africa) and the University of Dar es Salaam, today announced that Tanzania will host the 2026 BEN-Africa Conference from 5–6 November 2026 at the University of Dar es Salaam Business School.

The announcement was made during a media briefing attended by representatives from Absa Bank Tanzania and the University of Dar es Salaam Business School ahead of what is regarded as one of Africa's premier platforms for advancing ethical leadership, good governance and responsible business practices. BEN-Africa, which stands for Business Ethics Network of Africa, was established in 1999 and has become a leading continental network bringing together academics, business leaders, policymakers and civil society to engage on pressing ethical challenges facing Africa.

Absa Bank Tanzania Director of Marketing and Corporate Relations, Aron Luhanga (centre), talks to the Director of Marketing and Acting Dean of the University of Dar es Salaam Business School, Dr Robert Suphian (third from left), in Dar es Salaam today, following a press conference about the BEN-Africa 2026 Conference on Business Ethics in Africa, scheduled to take place in Dar es Salaam on November 5 and 6 this year. Others are Absa Bank Tanzania employees.

Hosted under the theme:

"Contrasting Perspectives on Business Ethics: Afrocentricity and Beyond"

the conference will convene leading thinkers, policymakers, regulators, business executives, academics and ethics practitioners from across Africa to explore how ethical leadership can contribute to sustainable development, responsible business conduct and Africa's long-term prosperity.

The 2026 conference marks a significant milestone, as it will be the third time in the conference's 25-year history that Tanzania hosts the annual gathering, underscoring the country's growing influence in regional conversations around governance, leadership and ethical business conduct.

Speaking on behalf of Absa Bank Tanzania, Alistides Kashasira, Director of Legal & Compliance, said:

"Ethics is not simply a compliance requirement; it is the foundation upon which sustainable institutions, trusted markets and prosperous societies are built. As a proudly African bank, Absa believes ethical leadership and strong governance are essential drivers of inclusive economic growth. Our partnership with BEN-Africa reflects our commitment to promoting integrity, accountability and responsible conduct across the continent."

NMB YAFUNGUA FURSA ZA DHAMANA ZA MABILIONI KWA WADAU WA MADINI

Benki Yatoa Dhamana za Zabuni Hadi Dola Milioni 11 kwa Wadau wa Madini

CHUNYA, MBEYA; Oktoba 26, 2026 — Benki ya NMB imetangaza fursa za kifedha kwa wadau wa sekta ya madini nchini kwa kutoa dhamana za zabuni (Bid Bonds) zisizohitaji dhamana ya mali zenye thamani ya hadi dola za Marekani milioni 11, pamoja na dhamana za malipo ya awali (Advance Payment Guarantees) na utekelezaji wa mikataba (Performance Guarantees) za hadi Shilingi bilioni 11.

Huduma hizo zinalenga kuwawezesha wachimbaji, wafanyabiashara na watoa huduma katika migodi kushiriki zabuni kubwa na kutekeleza mikataba ya biashara kwa ufanisi zaidi.

Akizungumza katika hafla ya NMB Business Executive Network iliyowakutanisha wachimbaji wa dhahabu na wadau wa sekta ya madini kutoka Chunya mkoani Mbeya na Songwe, Afisa Mkuu wa Wateja Binafsi na Biashara wa Benki ya NMB, Filbert Mponzi, amesema huduma hizo zinalenga kupunguza vikwazo vya kifedha vinavyowakabili wafanyabiashara na watoa huduma migodini.

Mponzi amesema benki itaendelea pia kutoa elimu ya fedha ili kuwasaidia wateja kusimamia biashara zao kwa ufanisi, kuimarisha uwezo wao wa kifedha na kutumia fursa zilizopo katika sekta ya madini.

Kwa upande wake, Meneja wa NMB Kanda ya Nyanda za Juu, Wogofya Mfalamagoha, amesema shughuli za uchimbaji madini zimefungua fursa mbalimbali za ajira na biashara, hali inayochochea benki kuimarisha ushirikiano wake na wadau wa sekta hiyo.

Naye mwakilishi wa Chama cha Watoa Huduma Migodini (TAMISA), Gilbo Thomas, amesisitiza umuhimu wa upatikanaji wa vifaa vya uchimbaji madini ili kuongeza tija na kuboresha shughuli za wachimbaji.

Wakati huo huo, mwakilishi wa Chama cha Wachimbaji Madini Mkoa wa Mbeya (MBEREMA), Saddam Kyando, ameiomba NMB kuangalia uwezekano wa kutumia leseni za uchimbaji madini kama dhamana ya mikopo kwa wachimbaji wadogo, hatua inayoweza kuwasaidia kupata mitaji ya kuendeleza shughuli zao.