NMB DEEPENS PURPOSE-DRIVEN SUPPORT FOR SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE WITH NANE NANE SPONSORSHIP

Dodoma — In a renewed demonstration of its people-first and sustainability-focused mission, NMB Bank Plc has presented TSh 100 million to the Ministry of Agriculture to support this year’s Nane Nane International Agricultural Exhibition, set to take place in August in Dodoma. This latest contribution brings the Bank’s total support for the fair to over TSh 470 million over the past seven years—reaffirming NMB’s long-term commitment to uplifting Tanzania’s farmers, livestock keepers, and fishers.

A Lifeline for Farmers

During the symbolic cheque handover, Janeth Shango, NMB Central Zone Manager, emphasized that the funds are intended to create direct, life-changing impact:

“This is not our first partnership with the agricultural community, and it will not be the last,” Shango said. “Our support goes straight to the Ministry so it can reach farmers on the ground and raise their economic prospects. Through the NMB Foundation, we’ve already reached more than 1,300 AMCOS and cooperatives across coffee, sesame, tobacco, and cashew. Today’s TSh 100 million ensures Nane Nane remains a platform where producers gain knowledge, access to markets, and confidence.”

She added that financial empowerment of farmers is central to national prosperity:

“When rural households thrive, Tanzania thrives. We are committed to guiding farmers from subsistence practices toward productive, sustainable agribusiness.”

Guiding Farmers Toward Resilience

Nsolo Mlozi, Head of Agri-Business at NMB, highlighted the bank’s hands-on approach to driving sustainable transformation within agricultural value chains:

“At NMB, we design our calendar around farming seasons—because we know our customers live by those seasons,” he explained. “Our goal is to help farmers transition from rain-fed routines to irrigation, from isolated plots to connected markets. We also encourage crop insurance so their hard work is protected.”

Mlozi emphasized that sustainability begins with stability:

“When farmers can plan, insure, and sell with confidence, they use land and water more responsibly and build futures that endure.”

A Trusted Partner in Agriculture

Receiving the cheque, Mr. Gerald Mweri, Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Agriculture, praised NMB for its consistent and purpose-driven support:

“TSh 100 million is a significant boost to our preparations, which involve more than 500 exhibitors. Beyond Dodoma, we invite NMB to continue walking with us in zonal exhibitions across Arusha, Morogoro, Simiyu, and Mbeya, where their services are equally essential.”

Mweri noted that the funds will support critical infrastructure upgrades, helping to showcase best practices and innovations in agriculture:

“The bank has been more than a sponsor; it is a true friend—one that understands nurturing agriculture is nurturing life itself.”

Investing in a Prosperous, Sustainable Future

This year, NMB’s contribution will help finance improved exhibition facilities, demonstration plots, and farmer-centered learning sessions—all designed to inspire sustainable productivity and improve rural livelihoods.

“Prosperity that ignores people and planet is hollow,” Shango reflected. “Our commitment is to sow seeds of hope and harvest shared value—so every farmer can stand taller, every community can grow stronger, and Tanzania can secure its food future.”

With purposeful investment and a steadfast focus on human and environmental well-being, NMB Bank once again proves that responsible finance can cultivate lasting national growth—one farmer, one fair, and one sustainable partnership at a time.