DAR ES SALAAM: NMB Bank has stated that deposit mobilisation campaign reflects its commitment to enhancing a savings culture and promoting financial inclusion nationwide.
The Bank’s Chief Retail Officer, Mr Filbert Mponzi, made the statement in Dar es Salaam over the weekend during the grand draw to reward customers who won the deposit and mobilisation campaign.
“Our campaign not only promoted a savings culture but also advanced financial inclusion across Tanzania. As a bank, we are committed to bridging the unbanked gap,” he said.
The three-month ‘Bonge la Mpango’ deposit and mobilisation campaign ran under the slogan ‘Mchongo Nd’o Huu’ and was part of NMB Bank’s concerted efforts to promote the culture of savings amongst Tanzanians.
During the draw, Santa Claus came early for Dar es Salaam resident, Dr Dennis Rwegasira, who won a Christmas gift of a lifetime after securing 100m/-.
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Mr Mponzi reiterated the bank’s commitment to continue playing a leading role in promoting the financial inclusion agenda.
Financial inclusion is crucial for economic development, as it enables individuals and businesses to access essential financial services, thereby fostering economic growth and reducing poverty.
In Tanzania, the proliferation of mobile money services has significantly increased financial inclusion, with over half of the population now having access to financial services through mobile banking.
By focusing on deposit mobilisation, NMB is playing a pivotal role in enhancing financial inclusion, ensuring that more Tanzanians can participate in the formal financial system.
He noted that the campaign aimed at rewarding the bank’s new and existing customers for their unwavering loyalty and patronag
