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Thursday, 14 September 2023

TIGO LAUNCHES SME SUMMIT TO EMPOWER BUSINESSES


Chief Business Officer-Tigo Business, John Scilima, speaks to members of the press during the launch of Mjasiriamali box at an event organized by Tigo Tanzania for SMEs.

Dar es Salaam, 14th September 2023: Tanzania's leading digital lifestyle company, Tigo, is thrilled to announce its SME hybrid event aimed at fostering growth and providing essential resources to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Tanzania. The half day event which featured a panel of discussion session, brought together industry experts, inspirational thought leaders, and innovative solutions to impart knowledge to over 500 SMEs owners.

The groundbreaking event served as a platform for SMEs to connect, learn, and network with like-minded entrepreneurs. The event featured a showcase of SMEs and partner solutions, and an insightful panel of discussion from influential industry figures which spanned from taxation, branding, connectivity and digital skills for businesses.

The SMEs summit was flagged off under the theme - Tigo Business 2023 SME Summit: Empowering SMEs with Knowledge, Innovation, and Information, and showcased how Tigo is committed to empowering SMEs by providing them with the necessary tools, resources, and support to thrive in a competitive business landscape. With this event, Tigo is positioning itself as the leading brand dedicated to supporting the growth and success of over 500 Tanzanian SMEs through targeted development programs and a comprehensive range of services.

Tigo’s commitment to supporting SMEs extends beyond the event itself where the company unveiled MJASIRIAMALI BOX, the one stop-shop for communication services to empower SMEs with convenient and secure financial transactions, digital marketing solutions, communication tools and access to a broader customer base. The service comes with a router (4G/5G), Tigo Pesa Lipa Kwa Simu number, bulk SMS and SIM cards (loaded with talk time, SMS and GB’s).

‘SMEs plays a critical role in driving economic growth and job creation in any country. We are proud to host this empowering event that brings together the brightest minds and resources in a bid to support the success of SMEs with knowledge, innovation and information. Our goal is to position Tigo as the go-to brand for Tanzanian entrepreneurs seeking to thrive in today’s digital driven economy”, said John Sicilima, Chief Officer for Tigo Business.

Entrepreneurs can access the Mjasiriamali Box, by dialing 101 or visit any Tigo shop across the country to transform their businesses.

Tigo SME summit is a further testament to the company’s unwavering commitment to empowering Tanzanian SMEs by providing a platform to network and find solutions to enable them flourish in today’s cutthroat business landscape.

About Tigo:

Tigo Tanzania is Tanzania's leading digital lifestyle telecommunications company. Tigo started its operations in Tanzania in 1995. Through its distinctive and diverse product portfolio in voice, SMS, high-speed internet and mobile financial services, Tigo has pioneered digital innovations such as the first Smartphone in Swahili, Free Facebook in Swahili, TigoPesa App, Tigo Mobile App as well as the first East African cross-border mobile money transfer with currency conversion.

For further information visit: www.tigo.co.tz or contact:

Woinde Shisael – Corporate Communications Manager
woinde.shisael@tigo.co.tz

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