DAR ES SALAAM, Oct. 20 -- RECENT bond issuances send a compelling message: Tanzania has investors willing to commit substantial capital.

The question is whether institutions are developing credible projects and financing structures capable of attracting it.

Too often, development financing follows a familiar sequence: identify a project, estimate its cost, seek a budget allocation or bank loan and postpone implementation when funding falls short.

These sources remain essential, but they should not be the only options.

The evidence is in the market

Recent corporate bond results demonstrate strong investor appetite for well-structured investment opportunities.

I&M Banks Hatua Bond attracted 161.38bn/- in applications against an initia...