Overview The fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) industry in Tanzania is a thriving sector that holds a vital role in the country’s economy. With a population growth rate of 3%, Tanzania presents a significant market opportunity for FMCG products. As the population continues to grow, so does the demand for essential consumer goods; ranging from food … Read more
Fiberglass, also known as glass-reinforced plastic (GRP), is a composite material made up of fine glass fibers and a resin matrix. This versatile material has found wide application in the marine sector. In Tanzania, the blue economy is a vital part of the country’s economic development plan. This includes the sustainable use of its vast … Read more
Here’s a glimpse of the before and after repair images of the L.C.T. AWIE SALAMA docked at the DMG’s Shipyard in Mangapwani, Zanzibar. The ship underwent several repairs, including surface cleaning, painting, welding and grinding, steel cutting and more! DMG’s Shipyard is equipped with sophisticated docking facilities and professional technical experts who provide all ship … Read more
Dar es Salaam Merchant Group (DMG) proudly announces that we have received the ISO 9001:2015 certification. This is a significant achievement for us, showing our commitment to providing high-quality products and services to our customers. ISO 9001:2015 is an internationally recognised quality management system (QMS) standard. This certification means that DMG has proven that it … Read more
Today, February 27, 2024, Dar es Salaam Merchant Group (DMG), in collaboration with TANSHEQ, signed a contract with the Government of Tanzania to conduct feasibility studies for the construction of deep sea fishing vessels and fish processing factories in Kilwa and Fungurefu. The signing ceremony occurred at the Prime Minister’s Office Hall, attended by our … Read more
Relationships with Manufacturers: DTD (NURU Distributors) recognizes the importance of building and maintaining strong partnerships with FMCG manufacturers. These partnerships form the foundation of DTD’s supply chain, ensuring a steady supply of quality products to meet the diverse demands of customers. DTD’s approach to fostering relationships with manufacturers is centered around collaboration and mutual benefit. … Read more
Leo 14/12/2022 Kampuni ya Dar es Salaam Merchant Group imekabidhi rasmi kivuko cha MV Tanga baada ya kukamilisha ukarabati mkubwa uliodumu kwa miezi 4. Hafla ya makabidhiano ya kivuko hiko imefanyika katika wilaya ya Pangani na kuhudhuriwa na viongozi mbalimbali wa serikali, akiwamo Mkuu wa Mkoa wa Tanga, Mh. Omary Mgumba, mkuu wa wilaya ya … Read more
By Dr. Kassim Mhina Key points Small-scale fishing communities are among the poorest due to a history of lack of support and failure to appreciate the importance of fisheries Most of what we refer to as small-scale fishers are crew members and get a share of the catch An insufficient supply of credit is an … Read more
A. General Overview: Africa attracts an increasing number of investors each year. The continent attracts investors for a pack of reasons; including its fast-growing economy, young and urban population, and growing middle class. Despite its population of over 1.2 billion people, Africa is still neglected by FMCG companies. Tanzania’s wholesale, retail, and repair sector accounts … Read more
By DR KASSIM MHINA APART from small-scale fisheries, which the author is interested in this time, entrepreneurship is a cross-cutting issue that is also critical in fishery sector development in the country. A quick scrutiny of statistics from the National Bureau of Statistics (TBS) indicates that Tanzania’s population has more than quadrupled from 12.3 million … Read more