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ABSA BANK SHINES IN THE 2024 CONSUMER CHOICE AWARDS AFRICA

Deputy Minister in the President’s Office responsible for Planning and Investment, Hon. Stanslaus Nyongo (third left), presents an award for the bank offering the most friendly and tranquil loan service in Tanzania to Absa Bank Tanzania Director of Legal and Compliance, Ms. Irene Sengati Giattas, during the 2024 Consumer Choice Awards Africa, held in Dar es Salaam over the weekend. Looking on are some of the bank's senior officials.

Deputy Minister in the President’s Office responsible for Planning and Investment, Hon. Stanslaus Nyongo (third left), presents an award for Most Preferred Convenient and Accessible Bank in Southern Africa to the Managing Director of Absa Bank Tanzania, Mr. Obedi Laiser, during the 2024 Consumer Choice Awards Africa, held in Dar es Salaam over the weekend. Looking on are some of the bank's senior officials.

Absa Bank Tanzania Managing Director, Mr. Obedi Laiser (second left), showcasing the award for Most Preferred Convenient and Accessible Bank in South Africa during the annual Consumer Choice Awards Africa, held in Dar es Salaam recently.

Absa Bank Tanzania Managing Director, Mr. Obedi Laiser, and Director of Legal and Compliance, Ms. Irene Sengati Giattas (centre), showcase awards of the bank offering the most friendly and tranquil loan service in Tanzania and Most Preferred Convenient and Accessible Bank in Southern Africa, shortly after receiving them during the annual Consumer Choice Africa Awards in Dar es Salaam over the weekend.

BENKI YA LETSHEGO FAIDIKA YAKOPESHA SH. BIL. 5.3 MBEYA, YAFUNGUA TAWI JIPYA

Mkuu wa wilaya ya Mbeya, Mheshimiwa Beno Malisa akizungumza wakati wa uzinduzi wa tawi jipya la benki hiyo mkoani Mbeya maeneo ya Soweto.

Mbeya: Benki ya Letshego Faidika imetumia jumla ya Shilingi 5,348,067,950.91 kukopesha wateja 1,305 wa mkoa wa Mbeya. Hayo yamesemwa na mjumbe wa Bodi ya Benki ya Letshego Faidika, Bw Adam Mayingu wakati wa ufunguzi wa taji jipya la benki hiyo maeneo ya Soweto mkoani Mbeya.

Afisa Mtendaji Mkuu wa Benki ya Letshego Faidika, Bw Baraka Munisi akizungumza wakati wa uzinduzi wa tawi jipya la benki hiyo mkoani Mbeya maeneo ya Soweto.

Awali tawi hilo lilikuwepo kwenye Jengo la Royal Zambezi kabla ya kuhamia Soweto, karibu na barabara ya Moondust. Bw Mayingu amesema kuwa kiasi hicho cha fedha kimekopeshwa kwa wateja wao mbalimbali serikalini na sekta binafsi.

Mjumbe wa bodi wa Benki ya Letshego Faidika, Bw Adam Mayingu akizungumza wakati wa uzinduzi wa tawi jipya la benki hiyo mkoani Mbeya.

Amesema kuwa Benki ya Letshego Faidika ni matokeo ya muungano kati ya taasisi ndogo ya kifedha, Faidika, na Benki ya Letshego Tanzania ambayo ilianza kufanya kazi Julai Mosi mwaka jana.

Alisema kuwa tawi la mkoa wa Mbeya lina historia ya kipekee ambapo kwa upande wa Benki ya Letshego ilianza kutoa huduma mwaka 2016 na kwa upande wa Faidika ulianza kutoa huduma mwaka 2008.

Mkuu wa wilaya ya Mbeya, Mheshimiwa Beno Malisa (wa tatu kulia), Afisa Mtendaji Mkuu wa Benki ya Letshego Faidika Bw Baraka Munisi (wa tatu kushoto) na Mjumbe wa bodi wa benki ya Letshego Faidika, Adam Mayingu (wa pili kushoto) wakishiriki katika uzinduzi wa tawi jipya la benki hiyo mkoani Mbeya. 

“Mpaka sasa tumeweza kuwahudumia wateja zaidi ya 3,417 kwa Mkoa wa Mbeya pekee. Pia, tuna satellite 6 ambazo ziko Ileje, Mkwajuni, Mbarali, Tukuyu, Kyela, na Mbozi. Tunalojivunia sana, kwani linaleta uthibitisho wa dhamira yetu ya kusaidia maendeleo ya kijamii na kiuchumi Mbeya na mikoa mengine,” alisema Bw Mayingu.

Mkurugenzi wa Benki Kuu tawi la Mbeya Dkt. James Machemba akizungumza wakati wa uzinduzi wa tawi jipya la benki ya Letshego Faidika lililopo eneo la Soweto mkoani Mbeya.

Alisisitiza kuwa huduma za benki hiyo zinalenga kuboresha maisha ya wananchi kwa kutoa suluhisho la kifedha kwa watumishi wa umma, wafanyabiashara, wajasiriamali wadogo na wa kati, na huduma nyingine kama mikopo ya magari, akaunti za akiba, na bima.
“Kauli mbiu yetu, "Tunaboresha Maisha," inaendelea kuimarisha dhamira yetu ya kuwa washirika wa kweli wa maendeleo.”

Mkuu wa Kitengo cha Biashara wa benki ya Letshego Faidika Bw. Asupya Nalingigwa (katikati) na Mshirika wa Biashara wa Masoko na Mawasiliano Bi. Valdy Khahima wa benki ya Letshego Faidika (wa kwanza kulia) na Devotha, Afisa Utawala wa Wilaya wakiwa katika majadiliano wakati wa uzinduzi wa tawi jipya la benki ya Letshego Faidika lililopo eneo la Soweto mkoani Mbeya.

Kwa mara nyingine tena, napenda kutoa pongezi za dhati kwa timu ya Letshego Faidika kwa kazi kubwa ya kuandaa uzinduzi huu. Pia, niwashukuru washiriki wote wa kikundi kazi kilichoshiriki kuhakikisha kuwa uzinduzi huu unafanikiwa.

RAIS SAMIA ALIPONGEZA JUKWAA LA CEO ROUNDTABLE KWA MAENDELEO YA UCHUMI

Rais Samia Suluhu Hassan amesema Serikali inathamini mchango wa Jukwaa la Wakurugenzi Watendaji (CEO Roundtable - CEOrt) katika kuchangia jitihada za kujenga uchumi endelevu na unaostawi hapa nchini.

Akizungumza kwa niaba ya Rais Samia katika sherehe za Chakula cha Jioni za mwaka 2024 ( CEOrt 2024 Dinner Gala) zilizofanyika katika Hoteli ya Hyatt Kilimanjaro, Dar es Salaam, Jumamosi, Makamu wa Rais Dkt. Philip Mpango alilipongeza jukwaa hilo na washirika wao kwa juhudi zao za kuendeleza maendeleo ya kijamii na kiuchumi hapa nchi.

"Nawaletea salamu za heshima kutoka kwa H.E. Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan, ambaye hakuwepo hapa leo kwa sababu ya majukumu mengine, lakini ameniagiza niwasilishe shukrani zake kwenu za dhati kwa mazuri mnayoyafanya," alisema Dkt. Mpango.

"Rais anathamini michango yenu isiyokuwa na kikomo na kujitolea kwenu katika kujenga uchumi endelevu kwa kuwahusisha wadau mbalimbali wa sekta ya umma na sekta binafsi."

Makamu wa Rais alielezea furaha yake katika juhudi za CEOrt zinazohusiana na masuala mbalimbali ikiwemo mazingira ya biashara na maendeleo ya rasilimali watu.

Alisema kauli mbiu ya usiku wa sherehe hii hizo za CEOrt mwaka huu inayosema “2050… Twende!” Kujenga Uchumi Uliostawi, Jumuishi, na Endelevu, na kusema kwamba inahusiana na Malengo ya Serikali ya Dira ya Maendeleo ya Tanzania 2050, ambayo inalenga kuifanya Tanzania kuwa taifa lenye uchumi wa kati wa viwanda ifikapo 2050.

"Tunahitaji kuendelea kuzingatia masuala muhimu kama mabadiliko ya tabianchi na kutathmini athari zake kwenye mazingira ya biashara," aliongeza. Akielezea ushiriki wake hivi karibuni kwenye mkutano wa COP 29, Dkt. Mpango alisisitiza ahadi ya Tanzania katika malengo ya kimataifa ya tabianchi na kusema ni muhimu kujenga uchumi imara licha ya changamoto za tabianchi.

"Kwenye hotuba yangu katika COP 29, nilisema kwamba mabadiliko ya tabianchi yanapunguza hadi asilimia 2-3 ya Pato la Taifa la Tanzania kila mwaka, na kuleta hasara ya mabilioni ya shilingi," alisema Dkt. Mpango.

"Inafurahisha kuona kuwa CEOrt pia ina juhudi za kuhamasisha biashara kujiunga na ajenda ya tabianchi."

Dkt. Mpango aliwahimiza wanachama wa CEOrt kuendeleza juhudi zao kwa kubuni suluhisho bunifu na kuanzisha ushirikiano ambao utasaidia biashara kuendana na malengo ya tabianchi ya Tanzania na kunufaika na fursa zitakazotokana na hilo.

Makamu wa Rais pia alisisitiza uwekezaji unaoendelea wa Serikali katika sekta muhimu za miundombinu kama vile barabara, reli, maji, usafiri wa angani, na nishati, ambazo zote ni muhimu kwa ukuaji na maendeleo ya uchumi.

ABSA BANK WINS BEST PRESENTED FINANCIAL REPORT AWARD

CPA Benjamin Mashauri, Chief Internal Auditor of the Ministry of Finance (second right), presents the 2023 Best Presented Financial Report award in the Mid-Sized Banks Category, organized by the National Board of Accountants and Auditors (NBAA), to Mr. Muhsin Kaye, Financial Controller of Absa Bank Tanzania, during a ceremony held in Dar es Salaam. Also pictured are CPA Prof. Sylvia Temu, Chairperson of the NBAA Board (right), and CPA Pius Maneno, Executive Director of NBAA.

CPA Pius Maneno, Executive Director of the National Board of Accountants and Auditors (NBAA) (second left), congratulates Mr. Muhsin Kaye, Financial Controller of Absa Bank Tanzania, after the bank was named the 2023 Best Presented Financial Report winner in the Mid-Sized Banks Category during a ceremony held in Dar es Salaam. Also pictured are CPA Prof. Sylvia Temu, Chairperson of the NBAA Board (right), and CPA Benjamin Mashauri, Chief Internal Auditor of the Ministry of Finance.

Mr. Muhsin Kaye, Financial Controller of Absa Bank Tanzania (right), poses for a commemorative photo with representatives of institutions that won first-place awards in various categories during the 2023 best presented financial report awards ceremony organized by the National Board of Accountants and Auditors (NBAA) in Dar es Salaam. Also in the photo are guest of honor CPA Benjamin Mashauri, CPA Prof. Sylvia Temu, and CPA Pius Maneno.

Mr. Bernard Tesha, Chief Financial Officer of Absa Bank Tanzania (second left), Mr. Heristraton Genesis, Head of Retail Products and Strategy (left), Mr. Muhsin Kaye, Financial Controller (right), and Ms. Abigail Lukuvi, Citizenship Manager of Absa Bank Tanzania, display the Best Presented Financial Report Award in the Mid-Sized Banks Category for 2023, after the awarding ceremony.

Absa Bank Tanzania has emerged as the first winner of the 2023 Best Presented Financial Report award in the Mid-Sized Banks Category at the annual awards organized by the National Board of Accountants and Auditors (NBAA).

The 2023 awards witnessed intense competition, with 86 participants across various categories meeting NBAA’s criteria. The winners were presented with their awards by the event’s guest of honor, CPA Benjamin Mashauri, Chief Internal Auditor of the Ministry of Finance.

Speaking shortly after receiving the award, Mr. Muhsin Kaye, Financial Controller at Absa Bank Tanzania, said the recognition highlights the bank’s expertise, experience, and the skillset of its team in preparing financial reports.

“This victory reflects our accountability as a bank, as well as integrity and transparency in presenting our reports. We assure our customers and Tanzanians at large that we will continue to prepare reports in line with the required standards and principles. This is a proud moment for our bank and our customers,” said Mr. Kaye.

NCBA BANK PLANTS 1,000 TREES AT JANGWANI GIRLS SECONDARY SCHOOL

Dar es Salaam, November 30, 2024: NCBA Bank Tanzania, in partnership with Jangwani Girls Secondary School, has reinforced its commitment to environmental sustainability by planting 1,000 trees on the school premises. This initiative is part of the Bank’s broader goal to plant 6,000 trees across the country by the end of 2024, contributing meaningfully to Tanzania's environmental conservation efforts.

The event brought together students, school staff, government representatives, and NCBA Bank leaders, fostering a collaborative approach to environmental stewardship. The trees planted will not only enhance biodiversity and improve air quality but also serve as a learning tool for the students on the critical importance of environmental conservation.

Representing NCBA Bank, the Head of Strategy and Sustainability, Mr. Charles Mbatia, emphasized the Bank’s dedication to creating a sustainable future. “At NCBA, sustainability is at the core of our operations. Through initiatives like today’s tree planting, we demonstrate our commitment to nurturing Tanzania’s environment while empowering communities to embrace sustainable practices. Each tree planted symbolizes hope for a greener future,” he stated.

The event was honored by the presence of Ms. Abela Mayungi, Acting Director for Environment at the National Environmental Management Council of Tanzania, who commended NCBA Bank for its leadership in environmental conservation. "This initiative by NCBA Bank showcases the power of corporate responsibility in addressing critical environmental challenges. It is inspiring to see organizations stepping forward to partner with communities in building a sustainable future,” noted Ms. Mayungi.

Earlier this year, we successfully planted trees in Zanzibar, where we supported coastal conservation efforts, and another in Arusha, partnering with the community to enhance green spaces at Arusha City Hospital. These efforts go beyond addressing environmental concerns they strengthen the social fabric of the communities we serve.

In addition to the tree planting, NCBA Bank conducted an awareness session for Jangwani Girls Secondary School students on the vital role trees play in reducing carbon footprints, preserving ecosystems, and supporting public health. The students were actively involved in the initiative, gaining hands-on experience and knowledge about environmental conservation.

MEGA BEVERAGES YAADHIMISHA MIAKA 20, TOLEO MAALUM LA K-VANT PREMIUM SPIRIT

Dar es Salaam, 29 Novemba 2024: Mega Beverages Limited (MBL), Kampuni inayotambulika katika sekta ya vinywaji Tanzania, imeadhimisha miongo miwili ya mafanikio kwa kuzindua toleo maalum la K-Vant Premium Spirit. Bidhaa hii ya toleo maalum, itapatikana kwa muda mfupi tu hadi shehena itakapomalizika, inakuja kwa wakati muafaka wa msimu huu wa sikukuu, ikiahidi kuleta shangwe kupitia kinywaji chake cha kipekee ambacho kimetengenezwa na magalighafi ya hapa nchini.

Toleo hili maalum, ambalo ni la kwanza na la aina yake nchini Tanzania, linaakisi shamrashamra za msimu wa sikukuu katika kuleta watu pamoja, kushukuru na kufurahi. Toleo hili linajivunia kuwa na chupa ya kisasa na rangi ya dhahabu, K-Vant Premium Spirit Special Edition imewekwa mahsusi kama zawadi ya kipekee inayochanganya ustadi wa hali ya juu na umuhimu wa tukio husika.

Hafla hiyo ya uzinduzi iliyofanyika Dar es Salaam ilijumuisha mchanganyiko wa kumbukumbu na matarajio, ambapo wadau mbalimbali walitoa pongezi kwa mafanikio ya chapa hiyo. Mgeni Rasmi, Bw. Gilead Teri, Mkurugenzi Mtendaji wa Kituo cha Uwekezaji Tanzania (TIC), aliisifu Mega Beverages kwa umakini wake katika kutengeneza bidhaa zenye ubora na matumizi ya malighafi za ndani.

“K-Vant Special Edition ni Ushuhuda wa ari ya ujasiri na ubunifu wa Mega Beverages,” alisema Teri. "Toleo hili maalum si tu linaonyesha dhamira yake ya utengenezaji wa bidhaa bora, bali pia linaonyesha nguvu na uwezo mkubwa wa uzalishaji wa ndani na mchango wake kwa uchumi wetu.”

Christopher Ndosi, Meneja Mkuu wa Mega Beverages, alizungumza kuhusu hatua zilizopigwa na kampuni hiyo, akisema: “Hii ni zaidi ya shamrashamra; ni ahadi kwa wateja wetu. ‘K-Vant Special Edition’ inawakilisha ubora wa hali ya juu na maadili ya kibunifu ambayo yana mchango mkubwa kwenye safari yetu. Ikitengenezwa kwa malighafi ya asili ya hapa nchini, ni heshima kwa urithi wetu na matukio ya kumbukumbu tunayolenga kuyatengeneza.”

Kwa upande wake, Narcisius Ngaillo, Meneja wa Mauzo na Usambazaji, alielezea juhudi kubwa zilizofanywa kuhakikisha bidhaa hii inapatikana kwa urahisi: “Tunahakikisha kwamba Watanzania kote nchini wanapata nafasi ya kufurahia au kutoa zawadi ya kinywaji hiki chenye ubunifu wa hali ya juu. Yote ni katika kuhakikisha msimu huu wa sikukuu kuwa wakipekee zaidi.”

Meneja wa Chapa, Awatif Bushiri, alichangia maoni sawa na hayo alisema “K-Vant Special Edition imehamasishwa na watanzania na uthubutu wao wa kila siku na ari ya kutokata tamaa katika kufanikisha kesho iliyo bora. Tunakaribisha kila mtu kufurahia na kushiriki kitu cha kipekee kabisa.”

Bushiri alisisitiza upekee wa bidhaa hiyo, akibainisha mvuto wake kama zawadi ya msimu wa sikukuu: pombe kali yenye rangi ya dhahabu, inayounganisha ladha za mimea safi na harufu inayovutia.