BoT marks its Pearl Jubilee with Dar Beach clean-up, donates waste bins to schools   

DAR ES SALAAM: THE Bank of Tanzania (BoT) has intensified its commitment to environmental conservation by conducting a large-scale beach clean-up exercise at Dengua Beach in Dar es Salaam as part of activities marking the bank’s 60th anniversary.

Speaking to journalists during the event, BOT Deputy Governor for Administration and Internal Controls (AIC), Dr. Rahma Salim Mahfoudh, said the initiative was aimed at promoting environmental cleanliness and strengthening community participation in conservation efforts.

“As part of our 60th anniversary celebrations, we have chosen to give back to society through environmental conservation activities. Clean surroundings are essential for public health and sustainable development,” she said.

Dr Mahfoudh noted that BOT remains committed to ensuring that its community support programmes continue on a sustainable basis.

“The Bank of Tanzania is dedicated to maintaining long-term community development initiatives. Environmental conservation is a shared responsibility involving the government, communities and institutions,” she added.

She stressed that environmental protection requires collective efforts from all stakeholders, saying a clean environment contributes directly to national productivity.

“A nation with a clean environment is a nation with higher productivity and better living standards,” she said.

To ensure the sustainability of cleanliness efforts, BOT donated waste bins and environmental conservation equipment, including rakes, to schools, markets and community groups.

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The beneficiaries include Kisutu Mama Lishe Market, Kisutu Chicken Market, Jangwani Secondary School, Azania Secondary School and Bunge Primary School.

Ilala District Commissioner Edward Mpogolo commended BOT for its commitment to supporting the community through environmental initiatives.

“We are impressed by the Bank of Tanzania’s dedication to improving environmental conditions in Dar es Salaam. The cleaning equipment and waste bins provided will greatly support cleanliness efforts and contribute to the city’s development,” he said.

Mpogolo urged the central bank to continue strengthening its relationship with the community to support national development, particularly in environmental management.

He also called upon other institutions to emulate BOT’s example by participating in environmental conservation activities.

“Such initiatives help build stronger ties between institutions and the communities they serve while creating a cleaner and healthier environment for all,” he said.

Dar es Salaam City Director Elihuruma Mabeliya said BOT’s actions had made a significant impact on the community and demonstrated the institution’s commitment to environmental stewardship.

“The Bank of Tanzania has shown exemplary leadership in environmental conservation, and its efforts will leave a lasting positive impact on society,” he said.