Dar es Salaam – The Dar es Salaam Stock Exchange (DSE) has reported a sharp rise in market capitalisation and trading activity in the year to February 2026, reflecting renewed investor confidence and growing participation in Tanzania’s capital markets.
Total market capitalisation climbed to TSh 34.6 trillion between January and February 2026, up from TSh 19.1 trillion recorded during the same period last year. This marks an impressive 80.8 percent year-on-year growth, signalling strong price appreciation and sustained demand for listed equities.
Investor Confidence Driving Growth
Speaking during a media briefing in Dar es Salaam, DSE Chief Executive Officer Peter Nalitolela attributed the performance to continued trust among local investors and growing awareness of the benefits of investing through the stock market.
“This is an indication that Tanzanians continue to have confidence in the market, and shares are being traded frequently, which explains such a significant increase,” Mr Nalitolela said.
Domestic Segment Posts Strong Gains
The domestic segment, comprising 22 Tanzanian companies, also delivered robust growth. Market capitalisation in this segment rose to TSh 24.4 trillion at the end of February 2026, up from TSh 12.7 trillion a year earlier — representing an average growth of approximately 90 percent.
Despite the strong performance, the total number of listed companies remains unchanged at 28, including 22 domestic firms and six foreign companies.
Trading Activity Surges
Trading activity further underscores the market’s strong momentum.
- February turnover reached TSh 242.3 billion, up from TSh 34.8 billion recorded in the same month last year.
- This represents a remarkable 596.2 percent increase in trading value.
Notably, the February turnover alone has already surpassed one-third of the total TSh 663 billion market turnover recorded in the entire year of 2024, highlighting heightened liquidity and stronger investor engagement.
Stock Market Indices Rally
Market indices also posted substantial gains:
- The DSE All Share Index (DSEI) surged to 3,986.77, up from 2,293.61 a year earlier — a 73.8 percent increase.
- The Tanzania Share Index (TSEI) rose to 8,965.96, compared to 4,815.32 during the same period last year.
These increases reflect both price appreciation and improved performance across listed equities.
Expanding Investor Base and Digital Access
Investor participation has expanded significantly. Total investor accounts rose to 797,566 at the end of February, up from 632,263 at the close of 2024 — marking a 26 percent increase.
Digital trading continues to broaden market access, with more accounts linked through Hisa Kiganjani, further enhancing retail investor participation and convenience.
What This Means for Tanzania’s Capital Markets
The strong growth in market capitalisation, turnover, and investor accounts points to a maturing capital market driven by improved financial literacy, digital innovation, and sustained local participation.
For long-term investors, the latest DSE performance signals not just a market rally, but strengthening structural confidence in Tanzania’s equity market.
Source: Daily News
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