ABSA BANK TANZANIA POWERS THE 200 CEO’S BUSINESS FORUM 2025 AS DIAMOND SPONSOR
Deputy Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Industry and Trade, Hon. Dr. Suleiman Hassan Serera (left), presents a Certificate of Appreciation to Absa Bank Tanzania Managing Director, Mr. Obedi Laiser, in recognition of Absa’s Diamond Sponsorship during the 3rd edition of the 200 CEOs Business Forum held in Dar es Salaam.
Tukio la kutambua udhamini wa juu wa Absa katika toleo la tatu la mkutano wa 200 CEOs.
Mr. Obedi Laiser (centre), displays a Certificate of Appreciation shortly after receiving it from Hon. Dr. Serera (second left). Looking on are some of Absa’s senior officials.
Hafla ya kutambua mchango wa Absa kama mdhamini mkuu wa tukio.
Mr. Obedi Laiser (left), contributes to the panel discussion on the topic “Finance as a Catalyst for Business Growth in Tanzania: Strategy & Opportunities” during the Absa-sponsored forum.
Mjadala wa kitaalamu ukigusia nafasi ya fedha katika kukuza biashara nchini.
Absa Bank Tanzania reaffirmed its commitment to driving Tanzania’s real economy as the Diamond Sponsor of The 200 CEOs Business Forum, mkusanyiko wa viongozi waandamizi wa serikali na sekta binafsi.
Advancing a Public–Private Agenda
The high-level forum brought together key decision-makers. The Guest of Honor was Hon. Dr. Serera, accompanied by senior dignitaries including the Minister of Finance, Minister of Works, Minister of Investment and Planning, the TRA Commissioner, the PS—Ministry of Finance, and the Governor of the Bank of Tanzania.
- Opening perspectives from TIC, TNBC, ZIPA and TAOMAC set a pro-investment outlook.
- Senior government leaders outlined near-term priorities to enhance competitiveness.
- Keynote address called for coordinated action to scale jobs and exports.
- Macro update from the Bank of Tanzania guided boardroom planning.
- Absa sponsor briefing highlighted tailored financing and risk solutions for real-economy execution.
Focused dialogues tackled: Leadership & governance, Health & workforce resilience, and Financing pathways to unlock growth. The day culminated with PPP insights and a celebratory gala recognising business excellence.
Absa’s Commitment to Growth
Absa’s Diamond Sponsorship reflects its long-term partnership with both the public and private sectors—convening policymakers and industry leaders to align on regulations, bankable projects and risk-sharing structures that catalyse large-scale investment.
“This forum is more than a meeting of minds; it is a platform for decisions that move capital, create jobs, formalise value chains, and unlock export potential. As Absa, we are proud to stand with Tanzania’s business leaders at this pivotal moment. Our purpose – ‘Empowering Africa’s tomorrow, together… one story at a time’ – comes alive when we back the ambitions of CEOs and entrepreneurs with practical, well-priced, and timely financial solutions.” — Mr. Obedi S. Laiser, Managing Director, Absa Bank Tanzania.
“‘Your Story Matters’ is not just a promise – it is how we show up. We listened closely to CEOs and in response, deliver solutions designed for business momentum, including the Absa Infinite Card, Absa Business Credit Card, Vehicle Asset Finance (VAF), Cash Management & Payments, Trade & Working Capital solutions, Treasury & Risk Management, and digital corporate banking platforms that help finance teams operate with speed and control.”
Showcasing Solutions for CEOs
- Seamless travel and spend control with the Absa Infinite Card.
- Streamlined expenses via the Absa Business Credit Card.
- Fleet & equipment renewal through Vehicle/Commercial Asset Finance.
- Risk protection & liquidity planning with Bancassurance and the Flexi Fixed Deposit.
- Prestige & Premier banking for affluent clients; Diaspora Banking for cross-border convenience.
- e-Loans for Government Employees—speed and convenience for the public sector.
Across all touchpoints, Absa reinforced a purpose-driven message: Your Story Matters.
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