DK.MWINYI:CCM ITAFANYA KAMPENI ZA KISTAARABU KWA SERA ZENYE TIJA KWA WANANCHI

RAIS wa Zanzibar na Mwenyekiti wa Baraza la Mapinduzi, Mhe. Dkt. Hussein Ali Mwinyi, ambaye pia ni Mgombea Mteule wa Urais wa Zanzibar kupitia Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM), amechukua fomu ya kugombea nafasi hiyo katika Tume ya Uchaguzi ya Zanzibar (ZEC) na kuahidi kuwa CCM itafanya kampeni za kistaarabu zitakazozingatia Utamaduni, Silka na Desturi za Wazanzibari.

Dkt. Mwinyi amechukua fomu hiyo katika Afisi za Tume ya Uchaguzi leo, tarehe 30 Agosti 2025, asubuhi, na hatimaye msafara wake ukaelekea Afisi Kuu ya CCM Kisiwandui kupitia Barabara ya Miembeni, Kariakoo, Rahaleo na Michenzani, akisindikizwa na mamia ya wanachama wa chama hicho waliokuwa wamejipanga pembezoni mwa barabara.

Aidha, Dkt. Mwinyi amezuru Kaburi la Rais wa Kwanza wa Zanzibar, Hayati Abeid Amani Karume, na kisha kuzungumza na Wazee wa Chama Cha Mapinduzi afisini hapo.

Akizungumza na mamia ya wanachama wa CCM katika Uwanja wa Mao Tse Tung, Mgombea Dkt. Hussein Ali Mwinyi amesisitiza kuwa CCM itafanya kampeni zitakazoepuka chuki, mifarakano na ubaguzi miongoni mwa wananchi, na badala yake kufanya kampeni zitakazowaunganisha Wazanzibari kwa kuzingatia maslahi yao ya kijamii na kiuchumi.

Ameeleza kuwa katika kampeni hizo, CCM itaonesha mafanikio yaliyopatikana katika awamu ya kwanza ya Uongozi wa Awamu ya Nane pamoja na utekelezaji wa Ilani ya CCM ya 2025–2030, ambayo itawasilishwa kwa wananchi wakati wa kampeni.

Aidha, ametoa wito kwa wanachama wa CCM na wananchi kwa ujumla kuungana na kuwapigia kura wagombea wote walioteuliwa na chama hicho katika nafasi zote kuanzia Urais, Ubunge, Uwakilishi na Udiwani ili kuhakikisha CCM inaendelea kushika dola.

Halikadhalika, Dkt. Mwinyi amewahakikishia wananchi kuwa CCM itaendelea kudumisha hali ya utulivu na amani iliyopo nchini wakati wa kampeni, uchaguzi na baada ya uchaguzi.

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Absa Bank Tanzania champions CEO collaboration and investment at The 200 CEOs Business Forum as Diamond Sponsor

Deputy Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Industry and Trade, Honorable Dr. Suleiman Hassan Serera (left), presents a certificate of appreciation to Absa Bank Tanzania Managing Director, Mr. Obedi Laiser, in recognition of Absa’s ‘Diamond’ sponsorship during the 3rd edition of the 200 CEOs Business Forum, held in Dar es Salaam yesterday.

Dar es Salaam, Absa Bank Tanzania reaffirmed its commitment to powering growth in Tanzania’s real economy as the Diamond Sponsor of The 200 CEOs Business Forum, an exclusive convening of the nation’s top corporate leaders.

The high-level forum was graced by Deputy Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Industry and Trade, Honorable Dr. Suleiman Hassan Serera, as the Guest of Honor, alongside senior government dignitaries including the Minister of Finance, Minister of Construction, Minister of Investment and Plan, the Commissioner, Tanzania Revenue Authority, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Finance, and the Governor, Bank of Tanzania, among others.

The Forum advanced a clear public–private agenda. Opening perspectives from the Tanzania Investment Centre (TIC), Tanzania National Business Council (TNBC), Zanzibar Investment Promotion Authority (ZIPA) and the Tanzania Association of Management Consultants (TAOMAC) framed a pro-investment outlook. Senior government principals set near-term priorities to boost competitiveness, and the Guest of Honour’s keynote called for coordinated action to scale jobs and exports. A macro update from the Bank of Tanzania guided boardroom planning, while Absa’s sponsor briefing linked tailored financing and risk solutions to execution on the ground. Three focused dialogues then addressed leadership and governance, health and workforce resilience, and the financing pathways to unlock growth - culminating in PPP insights from the national centre and a celebratory gala recognising excellence across industries.

Absa’s Diamond Sponsorship underscores the bank’s long-term partnership with Tanzania’s public and private sectors to accelerate inclusive growth. By convening policy-makers and industry leaders in one room, the forum enables practical alignment on regulations, bankable projects and risk-sharing structures that catalyse investment at scale—turning ambition into action.

Speaking at the event, Mr. Obedi S. Laiser, Managing Director, Absa Bank Tanzania, said: “This forum is more than a meeting of minds; it is a platform for decisions that move capital, create jobs, formalise value chains, and unlock export potential. As Absa, we are proud to stand with Tanzania’s business leaders at this pivotal moment. Our purpose -‘Empowering Africa’s tomorrow, together… one story at a time’ - comes alive when we back the ambitions of CEOs and entrepreneurs with practical, well-priced, and timely financial solutions.”

“Your Story Matters is not just a promise - it is how we show up. We listened closely to the priorities and needs of CEOs and in response, deliver solutions designed for business momentum, including the Absa Infinite Card, Absa Business Credit Card, Vehicle Asset Finance (VAF), comprehensive Cash Management and Payments capabilities, Trade & Working Capital solutions, Treasury & Risk Management, and our digital corporate banking platforms that help finance teams operate with speed and control.” Mr. Laiser added.

Throughout the day, CEOs engaged with Absa’s representatives at the Absa solutions booth. Executives explored seamless travel and spend control with the Absa Infinite Card, streamlined expenses via the Absa Business Credit Card, and fleet and equipment renewal through Vehicle Asset Finance/Commercial Asset Finance. Risk protection and liquidity planning were front and centre with Bancassurance and the Flexi Fixed Deposit, while relationship-led banking under our Prestige and Premier offering, and cross-border convenience through Diaspora Banking met the needs of affluent and international clients. Public-sector attendees also experienced the speed and convenience of e-Loans for Government Employees—all reinforcing Absa’s promise that Your Story Matters.

Absa Bank Tanzania Managing Director, Mr. Obedi Laiser (left), makes a contribution on the topic “Finance as a Catalyst for Business Growth in Tanzania: Strategy & Opportunities” during a panel discussion at the Absa-sponsored 3rd edition of the 200 CEOs Business Forum, held in Dar es Salaam yesterday. Seated beside him are his fellow panelists.

Absa Bank Tanzania Managing Director, Mr. Obedi Laiser (centre), displays a certificate of appreciation shortly after it was presented to him by the Deputy Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Industry and Trade, Honorable Dr. Suleiman Hassan Serera (second left), during the 3rd edition of the 200 CEOs Business Forum, which was primarily sponsored by the financial institution, in Dar es Salaam yesterday. Looking on are some of the bank’s senior officials.

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STANBIC BANK URGES LOCAL CAPITAL MOBILISATION TO BOOST SOE TRANSFORMATION

Tanzania’s Deputy Prime Minister, Hon. Dr. Doto Biteko (fourth right), presents a Certificate of Appreciation to Stanbic Bank Tanzania CEO, Manzi Rwegasira, for sponsoring the Chairpersons and CEOs Forum for Public Institutions, shortly after the conference concluded in Arusha.

Arusha, Tanzania’s state-owned enterprises (SOEs) must prioritise mobilisation of local capital and stronger financial pathways to succeed in the global economy, Stanbic Bank executives urged at the Chairpersons and CEOs Forum 2025.

Building Bridges Between Public and Private Sectors

Ester Manase Lobore, Executive Director and Head of Corporate & Investment Banking at Stanbic Bank Tanzania, described the Forum as a critical bridge connecting public and private sectors.

“We see this as an opportunity to build a new bridge of cooperation – one that links the public and private sectors for the benefit of our nation,” she said.

Over the past five years, Stanbic has channelled over USD 1 billion in affordable financing into strategic projects, reinforcing the role of financial institutions in aligning investment with national priorities.

Leveraging Strengths for Transformation

Manzi Rwegasira, Chief Executive of Stanbic Bank Tanzania, emphasised that real transformation happens when SOEs provide foundational services and infrastructure, while the private sector brings capital, innovation, and expertise. He highlighted three key areas for future competitiveness:

1. Financing transformative projects
2. Digitising systems for efficiency and transparency
3. Building institutional capacity through technical expertise

Government Engagement and Performance Tracking

Guest of Honour, Deputy Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Doto Biteko, highlighted the success of the six resolutions evaluated by the Treasury Registrar last year, with 90% already implemented.

Treasury Registrar Nehemia Mchechu launched the Performance Monitoring Dashboard for Public Institutions, a digital tool that tracks SOE performance in real-time, enabling better decision-making and accountability.

A Platform for Sustainable Synergies

Now in its third edition, the Chairpersons and CEOs Forum has become a leading platform for dialogue on SOE reform and global competitiveness. Discussions emphasised that sustainable synergies require government reforms and active private sector engagement.

For Stanbic Bank Tanzania, participating as a Resilience Sponsor, the Forum highlighted the bank’s role in supporting national priorities—not just through financing, but by sharing insights on how SOEs and private institutions can collaborate to secure Tanzania’s global economic standing.

ABOUT STANBIC BANK TANZANIA

Stanbic Bank Tanzania is a leading financial services provider, offering a wide range of banking solutions to individuals, businesses, and institutions. Committed to sustainable investment and strategic partnerships, Stanbic Bank plays a key role in Tanzania’s economic development and regional integration. The bank is part of the Standard Bank Group, Africa’s largest bank by assets, with a presence in 20 countries across the continent.

For more information, contact:

Dickson Senzi – Senior Manager, External Affairs, Communication and Reputation

Email: Dickson.Senzi@stanbic.co.tz

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Absa Bank Tanzania yasisitiza dhamira yake kuendeleza ukuaji wa uchumi halisi nchini Tanzania

Naibu Katibu Mkuu wa Wizara ya Viwanda na Biashara, Dk. Suleiman Hassan Serera (kushoto), akikabidhi cheti cha shukurani kwa Mkurugenzi Mtendaji wa Benki ya Absa Tanzania, Bw. Obedi Laiser, kwa kutambua mchango wa benki hiyo kama mdhamini mkuu wa Kongamano la Biashara la tatu la Maofisa Watendaji Wakuu (200 CEO Business Forum), lililofanyika jijini Dar es Salaam jana.

Benki ya Absa Tanzania imeendelea kusisitiza dhamira yake ya kuendeleza ukuaji wa uchumi halisi wa nchini Tanzania, ikidhamini jukwaa mahsusi linalowakutanisha watendaji wakuu wa makampuni nchini, likijulikana kwa jina la ‘The 200 CEOs Business Forum’.

Jukwaa hilo la ngazi ya juu lilihudhuriwa na Naibu Katibu Mkuu, Wizara ya Viwanda na Biashara, Dkt Suleiman Hassan Serera, sambamba na viongozi wengine waandamizi wa Serikali akiwemo Kamishna wa Mamlaka ya Mapato Tanzania (TRA), na wengineo.

Akizungumza katika hafla hiyo, Mgeni rasmi Dkt. Serera alisitiza umuhimu wa hatua za pamoja ili kupanua ajira na mauzo ya nje huku Benki Kuu ya Tanzania ikitoa mrejesho wa mwelekeo wa uchumi unaosaidia kupanga maamuzi ya bodi, na uwasilisho wa udhamini wa Absa ukugusia suluhisho za kifedha ambazo benki ya Absa inatoa kuwawezesha kampuni kuendesha na kusimamia biashara kwa urahisi ambapo katika mijadala mitatu iliyofanyika ikijikita katika uongozi na utawala bora, afya na uimara wa rasilimali watu, pamoja na njia za ufadhili zinazofungua ukuaji na kuhitimishwa na dira ya PPP.

Akizungumza katika hafla hiyo, Bw. Obedi Laiser, Mkurugenzi Mtendaji wa Benki ya Absa Tanzania alisema Jukwaa hili si mkutano wa mawazo pekee bali ni chombo cha maamuzi yanayosukuma mitaji, kuunda ajira, kurasimisha minyororo ya thamani na kufungua fursa za mauzo ya nje akisema kama Absa, wanajivunia kusimama pamoja na viongozi wa biashara wa Tanzania katika wakati huu nyeti hususani kupitia dhamira yao ya “Kuiwezesha Afrika ya Kesho, Pamoja… hatua moja baada ya nyingine”.

“Stori yako ina thamani” si ahadi tu, ndivyo tunavyojitokeza, tumesikiliza kwa makini vipaumbele na mahitaji ya wakurugenzi wakuu, na kwa kujibu tunawasilisha suluhisho zinazochochea kasi ya biashara, zikiwemo Absa Infinite Card, Absa Business Credit Card, Vehicle Asset Finance (VAF), uwezo mpana wa Cash Management & Payments, Trade & Working Capital, Treasury & Risk Management, pamoja na majukwaa yetu ya kidijitali ya benki kwa makampuni yanayosaidia idara za fedha kufanya kazi kwa kasi na udhibiti.

“Tunawezesha malengo ya Watendaji wakuu (CEOs) na wajasiriamali kupitia suluhisho bora za kifedha, zenye bei shindani na zinazotolewa kwa wakati na umahiri.” Bw. Laiser aliongeza.

Udhamini huu mkubwa wa Absa unaonesha ushirikiano wa muda mrefu wa benki na Serikali na sekta binafsi wa kuharakisha ukuaji jumuishi. Kuwakutanisha watunga sera na viongozi wa viwanda katika ukumbi mmoja kunawawezesha kuoanisha kanuni, kuandaa miradi inayoweza kufadhiliwa na kuweka mifumo inayochochea uwekezaji kwa kiwango kikubwa - kigeuza dhamira kuwa utekelezaji.

Aidha watendaji hao walipata nafasi za kuzungumza na wafanyakazi wa Absa wakioneshwa suluhisho mbalimbali za kifedha zinazorahisisha maisha yao. Miongono mwa hizo ni huduma ya kifahari inayorahisisha safari za kimataifa kupitia Absa Infinite Card, udhibiti wa matumizi ya kampuni kwa Absa Business Credit Card, udhamini wa manunuzi ya magari binafsi na ya kibiashara kupitia Vehicle & Commercial Asset Finance. Ulinzi wa hatari na mipango ya ukwasi kupitia Bancassurance na Flexi Fixed Deposit, huduma za Prestige na Premier kwa wateja wa hadhi ya juu, Diaspora Banking ikirahisisha miamala ya kuvuka mipaka, na kwa upande wa sekta ya umma, e-Loans, yote yakithibitisha ahadi ya Absa kwamba Stori yako ina thamani.

Mkurugenzi Mtendaji wa Benki ya Absa Tanzania, Bw. Obedi Laiser (kushoto), akichangia mada isemayo “Fedha kama chachu ya ukuaji wa biashara Tanzania; Mikakati na Fursa”, wakati wa Kongamano la Biashara la tatu la Maofisa Watendaji Wakuu (200 CEO Business Forum), lililofanyika jijini Dar es Salaam jana.

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Airtel Money Yazindua “Airtel Money Ni Buree” na Ni Nafuu” kuongeza uhuru wa kufanya miamala Airtel Money

Balozi wa Airtel Money, Lukas Mhavile, akizunumza na waandishi wa habari jijini Dar es Salaam jana wakati wa uzinduzi wa Kampeni za Airtel Money Ni Buree na Ni Nafuu, kulia ni Mkuruenzi wa Airtel Money, Andrew Rugamba, na kussoto ni Meneja Uhusiano na Mawasiliano wa Airtel, Jackson Mmbando. “Kampeni Airtel Money ni Bure na Ni Nafuu inaleta unafuu zaidi na kuwapa uhuru wa kufanya mambo mengi zaidi. Airtel Money Ni Bure, mteja ataweza kufanya miamala yake ya kutuma pesa Airtel Kwenda Airtel BURE kupitia my Airtel APP kiwango cha hadi milioni 5, Airtel Money Ni Nafuuu, mteja ataweza kutoa pesa chini ya kiwango cha shilingi 10,000 BURE Bila TOZO ya serikali. Hii inamaana ya kwamba Airtel tutalipa TOZO hiyo ili mteja wetu aweze kufanya muamala wake BURE kabisa.

Airtel Money Tanzania leo imetangaza uzinduzi wa kampeni mbili kabambe maalum kwa wateja wake wa Airtel Money itakayojulikana kama Airtel Money Ni Buree na Ni Nafuu, ikiwa na lengo la kuendelea kutoa uhuru zaidi kwa wateja wote wanaotumia Airtel Money.

Akizungumza katika hafla ya uzinduzi iliyofanyika Makao Makuu ya Airtel Tanzania jijini Dar es Salaam, Mkurugenzi wa Airtel Money, Andrew Rugamba, alisisitiza manufaa ya kampeni ya Airtel Money ni Bure na Ni Nafuu:

“Kampeni Airtel Money ni Bure na Ni Nafuu inaleta unafuu zaidi katika kutuma na kutoa pesa, ikiwasaidia wateja wetu kuokoa zaidi na kuwapa uhuru wa kufanya mambo mengi zaidi kwa fedha zao."

Airtel Money Ni Bure, mteja ataweza kufanya miamala yake ya kutuma pesa Airtel Kwenda Airtel BURE kupitia my Airtel APP kiwango cha hadi milioni 5,

Airtel Money Ni Nafuuu, mteja wetu ataweza kutoa pesa chini ya kiwango cha shilingi 10,000 BURE Bila TOZO ya serikali. Hii inamaana ya kwamba Airtel tutalipa TOZO hiyo ili mteja wetu aweze kufanya muamala wake BURE kabisa.

Uzinduzi huu unathibitisha dhamira ya Airtel kuunga mkono juhudi za Serikali za kukuza ujumuishi wa kifedha kupitia mifumo ya kidijitali na kuharakisha safari ya kuelekea kwenye uchumi usiotegemea pesa taslimu.

Airtel Money tunaamini huduma za kifedha zinapaswa kuwa nafuu, jumuishi na kupatikana kwa kila mmoja. Airtel Money kwa kuamua kubeba gharama za huduma za kutoa pesa chini ya shilingi elfu kumi, au kuwezesha Wateja wetu kutuma pesa Kiwango chochote BURE kupitia App yetu, tunajibu moja kwa moja mahitaji ya huduma bora na nafuu ambapo-hii itasaidia wateja wetu kuokoa pesa na kuzitumia kufanya mambo mengine iwe ni kununua umeme, muda wa maongezi au huduma nyingine. Hivi ndivyo tunavyosukuma mbele ujumuishi wa kifedha na kufanya miamala ya kidijitali kuwa nafuu kwa kila Mtanzania.”

Rugamba aliongeza kuwa kampeni za Airtel Money Ni Buree na Ni Nafuu zimetengenezwa ili kuimarisha mfumo wa kifedha wa kidijitali nchini na kuongeza manufaa kwa wateja katika kila muamala wanaofanya.

Kwa upande wake, Meneja Uhusiano wa Airtel jackson Mmbando alisema: “Wateja wetu wametuambia wanataka huduma nafuu zaidi na rahisi zaidi. Airtel Money Ni Nafuu inaleta yote mawili. Airtel Money Ni Bureee na Nafuuu inathibitisha dhamira ya Airtel katika kutoa huduma za kifedha zilizo nafuu, bunifu na jumuishi ambazo zinaendana na dira ya kitaifa ya Tanzania ya kuwa na uchumi imara wa kidijitali.”

Mkuruenzi wa Airtel Money, Andrew Rugamba, katikati akizunumza na waandishi wa habari jijini Dar es Salaam jana wakati wa uzinduzi wa Kampeni za Ni Buree na ni Nafuu wakati wa kutoa pesa kutoka Airtel kwenda airtel kulia ni Balozi wa Airtel Maoney, Lukas Mhavile, na kusoto ni Meneja Uhusiano na Mawasiliano wa Airtel, Jackson M,bando. “Kampeni Airtel Money ni Bure na Ni Nafuu inaleta unafuu zaidi na kuwapa uhuru wa kufanya mambo mengi zaidi. Airtel Money Ni Bure, mteja ataweza kufanya miamala yake ya kutuma pesa Airtel Kwenda Airtel BURE kupitia my Airtel APP kiwango chochote yaani hadi milioni 5, Airtel Money Ni Nafuuu, mteja ataweza kutoa pesa chini ya kiwango cha shilingi 10,000 BURE Bila TOZO ya serikali. Hii inamaana ya kwamba Airtel tutalipa TOZO hiyo ili mteja wetu aweze kufanya muamala wake BURE kabisa.

Meneja Uhusiano na Mawasiliano wa Airtel, Jackson Mmbando, akizungumza na waandishi wa habari jijini Dar es Salaam jana wakati wa uzinduzi wa Kampeni za Ni Buree na ni Nafuu ambapo sasa wateja wa Airtel Money wataweza kutoa pesa chini ya kiasi cha 10000 bila makato ya TOZO na pia Airtel Ni BURE wataweza kutuma pesa kiwango chohote BURE kupitia Airtel App (wakwanza kushoto) ni Mkurugenzi wa Airtel Money, Andrew Rugamba, katikati Balozi wa Airtel Money, Lukas Mhavile.

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OYA Microcredit Expands Financial Inclusion in Tanzania, Empowering Thousands Through Easy Access Loans

RNAQ Group President Mr. Richard Nii Armah Quaye, second (left), who is also a prominent African businessman with diverse business interests across the continent, as well as the Founder of OYA Group, is welcomed to Tanzania by OYA Tanzania Director Mr. Alpha Peter, Microcredit Tanzania Ltd. The visit marks the start of his official business mission to Tanzania from Ghana. Also pictured, from left, are Dr. Kobbina Tuyee Auwah, Group Chairman and African Investor, and Mr. Nicholas Nii Armah Van-Aryee, Group Director of RNAQ Group’s Investment and Corporate Relations.

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – OYA Microcredit Tanzania, a company dedicated to providing accessible loans, has announced that within just a few years of its operations in the country, it has successfully empowered thousands of Tanzanians by offering simple, collateral-free credit facilities that have boosted household incomes and improved livelihoods.

Speaking upon his arrival in Tanzania, Mr. Richard Nii Armah Quaye, President of RNAQ Companies and a leading African entrepreneur who owns the microcredit firm OYA, emphasized the company’s commitment to financial inclusion. He highlighted that thousands of Tanzanians have already benefited from OYA’s easy and flexible loan services and pledged to continue expanding support for local communities. He further noted that OYA has created numerous employment opportunities for Tanzanian youth, both in Dar es Salaam and across the regions.

Adding his voice, Dr. Kobbina Tuyee Auwah, Group Chairman and co-investor in OYA, reaffirmed their commitment to Tanzania, describing it as “home.” He expressed pride in continuing to invest in the country and improving the lives of Tanzanians, noting the long-standing friendship between Ghana and Tanzania dating back to the historic ties of the late Founding Fathers, Mwalimu Julius Kambarage Nyerere of Tanzania and Kwame Nkrumah of Ghana.

Commenting on the investment climate, Mr. Nicholas Nii Armah Van-Aryee, Group Director responsible for business relations and investments at RNAQ, praised Tanzania as a safe and attractive destination for investment. He commended the country’s stable political environment, which continues to encourage and protect both local and foreign investors.

Meanwhile, Mr. Alpha Peter, Director of OYA Microcredit Tanzania, reiterated the company’s commitment to empowering entrepreneurs and small business owners with access to capital that will help them grow their businesses and improve their livelihoods. He noted that OYA is already providing loan services across several regions, including Dar es Salaam, Pwani, Morogoro, Mwanza, Geita, Mara, Shinyanga, Kahama, Tabora, Mbeya, and Songwe.

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Coca-Cola Kwanza hosts Minister of Industry and Trade

The Minister of Industry and Trade Seleman Said Jafo (center) and Coca-Cola Kwanza Ltd Public Affairs, Communications and Sustainability Director Salum Nassor (right) admire a bottle of Coca-Cola drink during the Minister’s tour to the company’s manufacturing plant in Dar es Salaam over the weekend as a part of the government efforts on creating a solid relationship with the private sector. A part from the visit, the Minister also had an opportunity to get insights into the company’s operations, contributions to the Tanzanian economy, and its role in driving shared value creation. Left is Coca-Cola Kwanza Ltd Managing Director David Chait.

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, Sunday 24 August 2025 - Coca-Cola Kwanza Ltd proudly hosted the Minister of Industry and Trade, Dr Seleman Said Jafo (MP) at its Dar es Salaam facility.

The visit provided a valuable opportunity to showcase the company’s commitment to doing business the right way - guided by integrity, shared value creation, and a deep respect for the communities it serves.

The Minister’s visit included a plant tour and strategic boardroom session, where Coca-Cola Kwanza Ltd, a company in the Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) group, shared insights into its operations, contributions to the Tanzanian economy, and its role in driving shared value creation.

This engagement reflects CCBA’s ongoing commitment to strengthening its social license to operate. By leading in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards, CCBA aims to create lasting positive impact and contribute to a better shared future.

“We believe that by following our values, we can drive sustainable growth and societal progress,” said David Chait, General Manager for Coca-Cola Kwanza Ltd.

“People are at the centre of everything we do, from our employees to those who touch our business to the communities we call home. Community involvement allows us to bring positive, measurable change to both the communities in which we operate and to our business,” said David Chait.

“Our aspiration is not only to reflect the diversity of the communities where we operate but also to lead and advocate for a better shared future. We aim to create access to equal opportunities and become more inclusive. We embrace differences in backgrounds and support economic inclusion for under-served communities, especially women, youth and people with disabilities.”

CCBA looks forward to continuing to build meaningful partnerships that support inclusive economic development and responsible business practices.

Coca-Cola Kwanza Ltd Managing Director David Chait (left) stresses a point to the Minister of Industry and Trade Seleman Said Jafo as he toured the company’s manufacturing plant in Dar es Salaam over the weekend as a part of the government efforts on creating a solid relationship with the private sector. A part from the visit, the Minister also had an opportunity to get insights into the company’s operations, contributions to the Tanzanian economy, and its role in driving shared value creation. Right is Coca-Cola Kwanza Ltd Public Affairs, Communications and Sustainability Director Salum Nassor.

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AGRA, Sahara Accelerator kunufaisha vijana wengi kupitia kilimo

Na Mwandishi Wetu

Kilimotech Accelerator kupitia Youth Entrepreneurship for the Future of Food and Agriculture (YEFFA) inayodhaminiwa na shirika la AGRA Tanzania na kutelekelezwa na Sahara Accelerator inatarajia kunufaisha vijana wapatao 265,000 wanaojihusisha na masuala ya kilimo.

Akizungumza wakati wakijadili na vijana kuhusu fursa hiyo jijini Dar es Salaam, Adam Mbyallu wa Sahara Accelerator alisema fursa hiyo itatoa kiasi cha dola milioni 20 kwa bunifu za kilimo zinazojumisha mnyororo wa thamani kwa mazao manne ambayo ni mbogamboga na matunda, alizeti, mpunga na mahindi.

"Tuna hakikisha namna gani tunaweza kusaidia upatikanaji wa vifaa vya kilimo kupitia teknolojia za kidigitali tunasaidia vijana wenye bunifu mbalimbali zinzojibu changamoto za upatikanaji wa vifaa za kilimo," alieleza Mbyallu.

Alisema kupitia bunifu hizo watawapatia vijana hao mafunzo,mentorship na kuwaunganisha wa wadau mbalimbali na kusaidia kwenda shambani kwenye kilimo na kujiuza.

Alifafanua kuwa bunifu wanazotafuta zitajibu changamoto za kilimo kama vifaa,mafundi,masoko,udhibiti wa mazao,uharibifu wa mazao baada ya mavuno changamoto ambazo wadau wa kilimo walisema zipo.

"Maeneo hayo yote kama vinavifaa vya kilimo vingesaidia sana vijana kujiajiri kwenye kilimo kama watajiajiri tunaangalia jinsi ya kuwawezesha kupitia teknolojia ya kidijitali," aliongeza.

Mbyallu alisema ili kufanikisha upatikanaji wa bunifu hizo wamefungua dirisha la usajili wa bunifu kwa muda wa miezi miwili ambapo itafungwa Agosti 18, 2025 na zitachujwa kuangalia kama bunifu hizo zinakidhi vigezo na baada ya hapo watawaunga mkono.

"Tutawaunga mkono Kwa mafunzo,mentorship,changamoto na kuwaunganisha na wadau watakaowasaidia bunifu zao kwenda soko kama wadau wanaouza zana za kilimo,mafundi wa zana za kilimo,wanaotengeneza zana za kilimo,taasisi za fedha na wadau wengine," alisisitiza.

Aliongeza: "Bunifu zitakwenda kwenye mazao manne yamegawiwa katika kanda kuna miradi kulingana na mazao ya eneo mfano Morogoro wanajikita na mbogamboga na alizeti ,Mbeya wana mbogamboga na mpunga, Njombe mbogamboga na mahindi, Singida ni alizeti kila kanda imepewa aina ya zao… tunakwenda kote."

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Airtel Money na Benki ya I&M Wazindua Mpango wa Elimu ya kifedha kuwawezesha Wajasiriamali Wanawake

Mkurugenzi Mtendaji wa Kampuni ya Airtel Tanzania, Bw. Charles Kamoto (kulia), akishikana mikono na Mkurugenzi Mtendaji wa I&M Bank Tanzania, Bw. Zahid Mustafa, wakati wa uzinduzi rasmi wa mpango unaolenga kuwawezesha wanawake wajasiriamali nchini kwa elimu ya kifedha na nyenzo nyingine muhimu za kukuza biashara zao. Hafla hiyo ilifanyika jijini Dar es Salaam jana. Katikati ni mmoja wa wanawake wajasiriamali waliohudhuria semina iliyofanyika pamoja na uzinduzi huo, Bi. Virginia Gift.

Airtel Money kwa kushirikiana na Benki ya I&M wamezindua rasmi mpango unaolenga wanawake wajasiriamali ukiwa na malengo ya kuwawezesha wanawake hao nchini kwa elimu ya kifedha na nyenzo muhimu za kukuza biashara zao hivyo kuweza kuboresha maisha yao.

Mpango huu ni sehemu muhimu ya Mkakati wa Uendelevu wa Benki ya I&M Tanzania unaojikita kwenye nguzo tatu kuu ambazo ni ujumuishaji wa kifedha, elimu ya kifedha, na uwajibikaji wa mazingira, ukiendana na Malengo ya Maendeleo Endelevu ya Umoja wa Mataifa (SDGs), hususan SDG 5 (Usawa wa Kijinsia) na SDG 13 (Hatua dhidi ya Mabadiliko ya Tabia nchi).

Kupitia huduma ya Kamilisha, iliyoundwa kwa pamoja kati ya Airtel Money na Benki ya I&M, huwapa wateja uwezo wa kupata mikopo midogo midogo kupitia simu zao ili kukamilisha miamala muhimu kama kutuma pesa au kulipa bili, hata wanapokosa salio kwenye akaunti zao za Airtel Money.

Akizungumza wakati wa uzinduzi huo, Mkurugenzi Mtendaji wa Airtel Tanzania, Bw. Charles Kamoto alisema, “kuna matumizi mkubwa ya Airtel Money na ndio tunalenga kujenga uwezo ili kupunguza pengo la matumizi, tunataka kuhakikisha kuwa wateja wetu, hasa wanawake, wana ujasiri na ujuzi wa kutumia huduma za kifedha kidijitali kwa ufanisi.”

Kamoto alieleza kuwa zaidi ya asilimia 65 ya watu wazima Tanzania wanakabiliwa na upatikanaji mdogo wa huduma za kifedha, huku wanawake wakiwa katika hali mbaya zaidi.

“Kupitia mpango huu, tunasaidia kupunguza pengo la elimu ya kifedha na kusaidia uimara wa kifedha wa muda mrefu, kwa kuwa chini ya asilimia 30 ya wanawake Tanzania wanamiliki simu janja, tumejumuisha mafunzo ya moja kwa moja ya matumizi ya programu za kifedha ili kuwajengea ujasiri watumiaji wapya,” aliongeza Bw. Kamoto.

Katika mafunzo ya siku moja yaliyofanyika jijini Dar es Salaam kama sehemu ya uzinduzi wa mpango huu, zaidi ya wanawake 50 walikusanyika kwa mafunzo shirikishi juu ya usimamizi wa fedha, matumizi ya fedha kidijitali, na mbinu endelevu za biashara, lengo ikiwa siyo tu kutoa ujuzi wa kiufundi, bali pia kuunganisha uwezeshaji wa kiuchumi na maendeleo jumuishi yanayostahimili mabadiliko ya tabianchi.

Kwa upande wake Mkurugenzi Mtendaji wa I&M Bank Tanzania, Bw. Zahid Mustafa alisema, “Hii ni sehemu ya dhima yetu ya kufanya benki kuwa jukwaa la kuleta mabadiliko, tunajivunia kuongoza mpango huu kwa ushirikiano na Airtel Tanzania, leo tukianza safari hii kwa kutoa mafunzo ya siku moja ya elimu ya kifedha kwa wanawake 60 hapa Dar es Salaam, kwa udhamini kamili, mtaala wa mafunzo haya umetayarishwa kwa kushirikiana na Grant Thornton na utaendelea kuboreshwa kwa kuzingatia mrejesho kutoka kwa washiriki.”

Licha ya ukuaji wa huduma za fedha kidijitali, biashara ndogondogo zinazoongozwa na wanawake nchini bado zinakosa huduma rasmi kutokana na ukosefu wa elimu na mifumo ya kifedha. Mpango huu unalenga kuziba pengo hilo kwa kuwapa wanawake ujuzi wa vitendo na ujasiri zaidi kushiriki katika mfumo wa kifedha.

“Tangu kuanzishwa kwake, huduma ya Kamilisha imekwisha toa mikopo yenye thamani ya zaidi ya TZS bilioni 392, ambapo asilimia 46 ya mikopo hiyo imekwenda kwa wanawake. Hadi sasa, zaidi ya Watanzania milioni tano wameingia kwenye mfumo rasmi wa kifedha kupitia huduma hii,” aliongeza Mustafa.

Kama sehemu ya mpango huu, Benki ya I&M imeahidi kupanda mti mmoja kwa kila wanawake 100 watakaokopeshwa, na inalenga kupanda miti 8,000 kwa mwaka. Jitihada hizi za kimazingira zinatekelezwa kwa kushirikiana na taasisi ya Africa Transformation Initiative (ATI), ambayo itasimamia upatikanaji, upandaji, na ufuatiliaji wa miti hiyo nchini Tanzania kwa kipindi cha miaka mitatu ijayo.

Mkurugenzi wa Airtel Money, Bw. Andrew Rugamba akizungumza katika hafla ya uzinduzi rasmi wa mpango unaolenga kuwawezesha wanawake wajasiriamali nchini kwa elimu ya kifedha na nyenzo nyingine muhimu za kukuza biashara zao katika hafla hiyo jijini Dar es Salaam jana. Mpango huo unafanyika kwa ushirikiano wa Airtel Money na I&M Bank Tanzania.

Mkurugenzi Mtendaji wa Airtel Tanzania, Bw. Charles Kamoto, akizungumza, katika hafla ya uzinduzi rasmi wa mpango unaolenga kuwawezesha wanawake wajasiriamali nchini kwa elimu ya kifedha na nyenzo nyingine muhimu za kukuza biashara zao katika hafla hiyo jijini Dar es Salaam jana. Mpango huo unafanyika kwa ushirikiano wa Airtel Money na I&M Bank Tanzania.

Mkurugenzi Mtendaji wa I&M Bank Tanzania, Bw. Zahid Mustafa, akizungumza, katika hafla ya uzinduzi rasmi wa mpango unaolenga kuwawezesha wanawake wajasiriamali nchini kwa elimu ya kifedha na nyenzo nyingine muhimu za kukuza biashara zao katika hafla hiyo jijini Dar es Salaam jana. Mpango huo unafanyika kwa ushirikiano wa benki ya I&M na Airtel Money.

Mkurugenzi Mtendaji wa Kampuni ya Airtel Tanzania, Bw. Charles Kamoto (walioketi wa pili kulia), Mkurugenzi Mtendaji wa I&M Bank Tanzania, Bw. Zahid Mustafa (wa pili kushoto), Mkurugenzi wa Airtel Money, Bw. Andrew Rugamba (kushoto), na Mkurugenzi Mtendaji wa Grant Thornton Tanzania, Bw. Muntazir Fazel (kulia), wakipozi mbele ya wapiga picha, mara baada ya semina na uzinduzi rasmi wa mpango unaolenga kuwawezesha wanawake wajasiriamali nchini kwa elimu ya kifedha hivyo kukuza biashara zao. Hafla hiyo iliyofanyika jijini Dar es Salaam jana. Wengine ni baadhi ya washiriki na wawezeshaji wa semina hiyo.

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