Kapinga lauds CRDB Bank’s efforts to empower entrepreneurs with technology, access to financing

DAR ES SALAM: THE Minister of Industry and Trade,  Judith Kapinga, has commended CRDB Bank for its continued efforts to empower entrepreneurs through technology, innovation and access to financing, noting that these initiatives support the government’s commitment to creating an enabling business environment and building a competitive economy in line with Tanzania Development Vision 2050.

Speaking at the opening of the fourth edition of the Instaprenyua Forum 2026 today, October 21, at the Mlimani City Conference Centre in Dar es Salaam, Minister Kapinga reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to fostering a conducive environment for private-sector growth. She also encouraged entrepreneurs to leverage opportunities presented by the digital economy to expand their markets and grow their businesses.

CRDB Bank Acting Managing Director, Musa Kitambi, said the Instaprenyua Forum forms part of the Bank’s strategy to strengthen its engagement with entrepreneurs, better understand their challenges and connect them with knowledge, financing and innovative financial solutions that support business growth.

ALSO READ: Tanzania advised to translate nuclear science into healthcare, agriculture, clean water supply

Held under the theme “Smartisha Biashara,” the two-day forum features panel discussions, practical training sessions, exhibitions and dedicated business networking sessions (Deal Rooms), and is expected to conclude tomorrow, October 22.

Throughout the forum, CRDB Bank is also bringing its services closer to entrepreneurs, offering opportunities to open business accounts, access financing and business insurance solutions, and explore digital banking services, including CRDB Lipa Hapa, SimBanking and Internet Banking.