Tanzania Agricultural Development Bank (TADB) has officially
launched its Green Agri-Finance Strategy 2025–2027, a dedicated climate-focused
agricultural financing initiative aimed at accelerating climate-smart,
resilient, inclusive, and sustainable agricultural transformation.
The Strategy marks a major milestone in Tanzania’s efforts to
strengthen climate action within the agricultural sector while supporting
national development priorities under Dira 2050 (Tanzania Vision 2050),
Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), National Adaptation Plans, and
National Climate Change Response Strategies as well as supporting global
sustainable development priorities.
Advancing Dira 2050: Fostering a Climate-Resilient Agriculture
Sector for a Prosperous Tanzania, Bridging the Climate Finance Gap through
Strategic Partnerships
The launch was officiated by the Guest of Honour, Hon. Eng. Hamad
Yussuf Masauni, Minister of State (Union and Environment Affairs), who
commended TADB for demonstrating leadership in integrating climate action into
agricultural financing and supporting the Government’s environmental
sustainability agenda.
Speaking during the launch, Hon. Masauni said climate change
continues to threaten agricultural productivity, food security, water
resources, livelihoods, and economic resilience, making climate financing
increasingly critical for Tanzania’s sustainable development.
“Sustainable agriculture and environmental protection must go hand
in hand. Financial institutions have a critical role in supporting green
investments, strengthening climate resilience, and helping farmers adapt to
climate change for the benefit of current and future generations,” said Hon.
Masauni.
The Minister noted that the Green Agri-Finance Strategy supports
Tanzania’s national climate and environmental priorities by promoting
investment in climate adaptation and mitigation initiatives across agricultural
value chains.
He further emphasized the importance of strengthening partnerships
between the Government, financial institutions, development partners, research
institutions, civil society organizations, and the private sector in bridging
the climate finance gap and accelerating green investments in agriculture.
“Building a climate-resilient agriculture sector requires strong
collaboration, innovation, and sustainable financing solutions. This strategy
demonstrates how institutions like TADB can support Tanzania’s long-term
development agenda while contributing to environmental protection and inclusive
economic growth,” he added.
“As I conclude, allow me to reaffirm the continued commitment and
support of the Vice President’s Office Environment and Union Affairs in
advancing green growth, climate resilience, and sustainable agricultural
development in our country” he finalised.
Speaking at the launch, TADB Managing Director Mr. Frank
Nyabundege said the Strategy reflects the Bank’s commitment to transforming
climate-related challenges into sustainable financing opportunities that
strengthen resilience within the agricultural sector.
As apex agricultural development bank, TADB remains committed to
supporting sustainable agricultural transformation. Through this strategy, we
are expanding financing for climate-smart investments that improve
productivity, strengthen food systems, protect the environment, and improve
livelihoods for farmers and agribusinesses,” said Mr. Nyabundege.
He added that the Strategy will guide the Bank in financing
climate-resilient agricultural projects including renewable energy,
climate-smart farming technologies, water conservation, sustainable livestock
and fisheries projects, and environmentally responsible agribusiness
investments.
Mr. Nyabundege noted that agriculture remains the backbone of Tanzania’s economy and the main source of livelihoods for millions of Tanzanians.
However, increasing climate-related challenges including droughts,
floods, and unpredictable weather patterns continue to affect agricultural
production and food security across the country.
He said the Bank’s new strategic direction builds on over a decade
of experience in agricultural financing and responds directly to the growing
need for innovative and inclusive climate financing solutions.
Over the past ten years, TADB has disbursed more than TZS 1.42
trillion in financing, including approximately TZS 67 billion dedicated to
climate-related interventions, reaching over 2.6 million smallholder farmers
and supporting more than 812 agribusinesses across key agricultural value
chains in Tanzania.
Mr. Nyabundege also acknowledged the continued support of the
Government of the United Republic of Tanzania under the leadership of Her
Excellency Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan, President of the United Republic of
Tanzania, for strengthening the Bank’s capacity to deliver on its development
mandate.
Through the Green Agri-Finance Strategy 2025–2027, TADB aims to
scale sustainable financing solutions that will support climate resilience,
green growth, inclusive agricultural development, and long-term transformation
of Tanzania’s agricultural sector.
The launch event brought together Government leaders, development
partners, financial institutions, private sector stakeholders, researchers,
farmers, civil society organizations, and other actors within the agricultural
sector.
At the heart of this strategy lies the importance of partnerships
and collaboration.
“We seek to strengthen our collaboration with the Government of
Tanzania particularly through the Vice President’s Office and allied Ministries
to support the implementation of national climate change priorities and
programmes” He addede.
We also aim to deepen our partnerships with Development Partners
in mobilizing concessional and technical assistance funds for green
agricultural initiatives.
Equally important, we remain committed in crowding in private
sector investment and working closely with financial institutions, research
institutions, civil society organizations, and NGOs to scale innovation
grassroot solutions and sustainable agricultural impact.
