Airtel Tanzania has presented TZS 65.48 billion in dividends to the President of the United Republic of Tanzania, H.E. Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan, bringing the company’s total dividend payments to the Government to the tune of TZS 350 billion.
The payment reinforces Airtel Tanzania’s position as the only private telecommunications company in the country to consistently pay dividends to the Government since 2019. It reflects the Government’s 49 percent shareholding in Airtel Tanzania and comes as the country accelerates its digital transformation agenda under Vision 2050.
Airtel Tanzania PLC Board Chairman Eliud Sanga after presenting the Tshs 65.48 billion cheque to H.E President Samia Suluhu Hassan, said the dividend demonstrates the strength of the partnership between the Government and the private sector, while underscoring Airtel’s contribution to national development through voice, data and Airtel Money services.
“This payment is clear evidence of the value created through sustainable investment, prudent management and good governance,”
Sanga added that, Airtel Tanzania’s public-private partnership model, under which the Government owns 49 percent of the company, shows how public investment can deliver both financial returns and broader economic impact.
“Airtel Tanzania’s contribution to national development goes beyond dividends,” “It is about enabling people to do business, access information, learn online, work and connect without barriers.”
According to Sanga, the true value of investment is measured not only by profitability, but also by its ability to improve lives, expand opportunities and strengthen national competitiveness.
As President Samia’s administration advances the Vision 2050 agenda, Airtel’s continued investment in connectivity, digital services and innovation positions the company as a key private sector partner in shaping Tanzania’s digital future.
Airtel Tanzania Managing Director Charles Kamoto said the dividend reflects the company’s financial performance and the trust millions of Tanzanians place in Airtel every day.
“Today, Airtel Tanzania is pleased to contribute TZS 65.48 billion to the Government as dividend for the 2026 financial year,” Kamoto said. “This contribution reflects the trust millions of Tanzanians place in our services every day and our commitment to delivering sustainable value to all shareholders.”
Kamoto added that Airtel’s contribution to Tanzania’s economy extends well beyond dividend payments.
He said Airtel continues to invest significantly in digital infrastructure to meet rising demand for connectivity, digital services and financial inclusion across Tanzania.
“Connectivity is no longer a luxury; it is essential to economic growth, innovation, education and social inclusion,” Kamoto said.
From 2021 to 2025, Airtel Tanzania invested more than USD 316 million in network expansion and modernization, strengthening voice, data and digital services for millions of Tanzanians.
The company is expanding its 4G and 5G networks, home broadband and fibre infrastructure, while supporting digital education and innovation programmes nationwide.
Kamoto said Airtel Money is also advancing financial inclusion by enabling millions of Tanzanians to access savings, payments, insurance and other financial services directly from their mobile phones.
