Dar es Salaam, Tanzania | 12 May 2026
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.
