19th President’s Manufacturer of the Year Awards (PMAYA): 2nd September 2026, Dar es Salaam

Tanzania CTI 19 President Manufacturer of the Year Awards PMAYA September 2 2026

The 19th President’s Manufacturer of the Year Awards (PMAYA) will be held at the Superdome in Masaki, Dar es Salaam, on 2nd September 2026, starting at 6 pm.

The PMAYA competition is an annual event organized by the Confederation of Tanzania Industries (CTI) to award outstanding industries of the preceding year.

The awards have been a vital tradition since 2005. They recognize and honor manufacturers who demonstrate exceptional innovation, quality, and commitment to advancing Tanzania’s industrial landscape.

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This year’s theme is Green Elegance: celebrating sustainable manufacturing practices.

Objectives of the Awards

  • Recognition of Excellence: PMAYA aims to showcase outstanding performance among manufacturers and service providers.
  • Encouragement for Innovation: The awards provide a platform for manufacturers to present their innovations and best practices.
  • Inclusivity: Participation is open to all Tanzanian manufacturers and service providers, promoting a diverse representation of excellence within the industry.

Categories of Awards

Participants can compete in various categories, including:

  • Manufacturer of the Year
  • Best New Manufacturer
  • Innovation in Manufacturing
  • Sustainability Practices
  • Excellence in Customer Service

Significance of Industrialization

The PMAYA awards align with Tanzania Vision 2050, emphasizing the critical role of industrialization as a driver for economic growth. The event underscores the government’s commitment to enhancing industrial capacity and creating a conducive environment for manufacturing development.

For more information about PMAYA, please visit CTI’s official page.

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