Absa Bank Tanzania has reaffirmed its commitment to nurturing local talent and strengthening leadership development in Tanzania through its partnership with the Fanisi Platform.
Speaking during the Fanisi Platform’s fifth anniversary celebration in Dar es Salaam, Absa Bank Tanzania Director of Human Capital and Culture, Mr. Patrick Foya, said the bank was proud to be associated with an initiative that continues to shape a new generation of leaders across the country.Addressing guests, partners, alumni, and participants of the platform, Mr. Foya praised the vision of Fanisi founder Ms. Sarah Majengo, and said, the platform has, over the past five years, transformed mid-level professionals into confident corporate leaders by bridging talent gaps and redefining modern leadership in the region.
He noted that Absa’s partnership with Fanisi aligns with the bank’s purpose of empowering Africa’s future through investing in people and leadership development.
“At Absa, our purpose is to empower Africa’s tomorrow, together one story at a time, and for us that really starts with our people,” he said. “We are intentional about building leaders from within. We call it growing our own number, which simply means investing in our people and helping them grow into confident leaders.”
Mr. Foya revealed that since partnering with Fanisi in 2024, the bank has already seen about 40 employees graduate through the platform, while 28 others are currently enrolled in the latest cohort.
“As sponsors, our decision to invest in Fanisi was simple; we believe that empowering local talent is the single most effective way to drive sustainable economic growth,” he said.
Earlier, Fanisi Platform Founder, Ms. Sarah Majengo said the learning platform was established to bridge the gap between Tanzania’s national ambitions and the country’s human capital development needs.
She said, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) account for more than 90 percent of businesses in Tanzania, employ over five million people and contribute significantly to the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP).
“However, many businesses continue to face challenges in accessing disciplined and competent professionals despite growing educational attainment. Findings from the World Bank says academic certificates alone are increasingly no longer considered reliable indicators of competence, with many companies struggling to find skilled and capable personnel,” she said.
Linking the issue to Tanzania’s broader development aspirations under the national Vision 2050 agenda, which targets the creation of a one‑trillion‑dollar economy driven by productivity and innovation, Ms. Sarah noted that many discussions surrounding Vision 2050 focus on whether Tanzania can develop its people quickly enough to sustain that ambition. He emphasized that the gap between Tanzania’s ambition and its human capital is precisely the gap that Fanisi exists to address.
She said the Fanisi has, over the past five years, implemented programs benefiting both young people and adults, while continuously refining its mission as a catalyst for people development.
“As for us at Fanisi, we are more committed than ever to ensuring more people have the opportunity to reach their full potential,” she added.
Fanisi is a learning platform and an invested partner in talent development for growth-focused companies and individuals, providing tailored training, networking opportunities and strategic placement.
Absa Bank Tanzania Director of Human Capital and Culture, Mr. Patrick Foya (fifth left), receives a sponsorship appreciation award from Fanisi Platform Founder, Ms. Sarah Majengo, during Fanisi’s 5th anniversary celebrations in Dar es Salaam over the weekend. Also pictured (third from right) is Tanzania Investment and Special Economic Zones (TISEZA) Director General, Mr. Gilead Teri, together with Absa Bank officials.
Absa Bank Tanzania Director of Human Capital and Culture, Mr. Patrick Foya (left), addresses participants during the Fanisi Platform 5th anniversary celebrations, sponsored by Absa Bank, in Dar es Salaam over the weekend.
Absa Bank Tanzania Director of Human Capital and Culture, Mr. Patrick Foya (right), exchanges views with attendees during the Fanisi Platform 5th anniversary celebrations, sponsored by Absa Bank, in Dar es Salaam over the weekend.
Absa Bank Tanzania Director of Human Capital and Culture, Mr. Patrick Foya (left), greets attendees during the Fanisi Platform 5th anniversary celebrations, sponsored by Absa Bank, in Dar es Salaam over the weekend. In the middle are Mr. Christopher Shayo and Mr. Rwebu Mutahaba.
Fanisi Platform Founder, Ms. Sarah Majengo (left), addresses participants during the Fanisi Platform 5th anniversary celebrations, sponsored by Absa Bank, in Dar es Salaam over the weekend.
Tanzania Investment and Special Economic Zones (TISEZA) Director General, Mr. Gilead Teri (centre), together with Fanisi Platform Founder, Ms. Sarah Majengo (on his right), poses for a memento photograph with the platform’s partners, alumni, and stakeholders during the Fanisi Platform 5th anniversary celebrations, sponsored by Absa Bank, in Dar es Salaam over the weekend.
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