Dar es Salaam, June 12, 2026 – Shareholders of the Dar es Salaam Stock Exchange PLC (DSE Plc) have approved a total dividend of TZS 146.21 per share during the company's 11th Annual General Meeting (AGM), reflecting the Exchange's strong financial performance and continued commitment to delivering value to investors.
The AGM, held on Friday, June 12, 2026, brought together shareholders to review the Exchange's performance for the year ended December 31, 2025, and deliberate on key governance and strategic matters. The meeting was conducted in a hybrid format, allowing participation both physically at Exchange Tower in Dar es Salaam and virtually through the eAGM Mkutano platform.
A key highlight of the meeting was the approval of an ordinary dividend of TZS 69.00 per share, payable from the after-tax profits generated during the 2025 financial year. Shareholders also approved a special dividend of TZS 77.21 per share, bringing the total dividend approved for distribution to TZS 146.21 per share.
The dividend decision underscores DSE Plc's strong commitment to rewarding shareholders while maintaining its role as a leading institution in Tanzania's capital markets development.
According to information released by the Exchange following the AGM, the resolutions adopted by shareholders reflect confidence in the company's performance and future growth prospects. The approval of both ordinary and special dividends demonstrates the Exchange's ability to generate sustainable returns while preserving its strategic position in the country's financial sector.
The AGM also considered and approved several statutory matters, including the audited financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2025, alongside the reports of the Board of Directors and external auditors. Shareholders further deliberated on corporate governance issues and other business presented before the meeting in accordance with the company's governing regulations.
The approval of a special dividend is particularly significant as it signals the Exchange's robust financial standing and prudent capital management. Such distributions often indicate that a company has accumulated sufficient reserves or generated exceptional financial results that enable it to provide additional returns to shareholders beyond the ordinary dividend.
As Tanzania's sole securities exchange, DSE Plc plays a critical role in mobilizing long-term capital for economic development, facilitating investments in listed companies, government securities, and corporate bonds. The Exchange continues to support financial market deepening initiatives aimed at expanding investor participation and increasing access to capital for businesses.
Over the years, DSE has strengthened its position as a key pillar of Tanzania's financial ecosystem through the introduction of digital trading platforms, investor education programs, and efforts to enhance market efficiency and transparency. These initiatives have contributed to growing public awareness of capital markets and increased participation by both retail and institutional investors.
The strong dividend payout approved at the 11th AGM is likely to be welcomed by investors, particularly at a time when listed companies are increasingly focusing on shareholder value creation and sustainable growth strategies.
The resolutions adopted during the AGM reaffirm DSE Plc's commitment to maintaining sound corporate governance practices, delivering attractive returns to shareholders, and supporting the continued development of Tanzania's capital markets.
With the approval of a combined dividend of TZS 146.21 per share, DSE shareholders have once again demonstrated confidence in the Exchange's long-term strategy and its ability to create value while contributing to the growth of the country's investment landscape.
Key AGM Resolutions
- Approved ordinary dividend of TZS 69.00 per share from 2025 after-tax profits.
- Approved special dividend of TZS 77.21 per share.
- Total dividend approved: TZS 146.21 per share.
- Adopted audited financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2025.
- Considered and approved directors' and auditors' reports.
- Reaffirmed DSE Plc's commitment to shareholder value creation and sustainable capital market development.
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