DAR ES SALAAM, March 6 -- THE insurance sector, together with the broader financial sector, has been recognised as playing a significant role in promoting national economic growth by protecting property, businesses and the lives of citizens against various risks.

The remarks were made yesterday in Dar es Salaam by the Minister of State in the Presidents Office – Public Service and Good Governance, Mr Ridhiwani Kikwete, while speaking at an Iftar event organised by Zanzibar Insurance Corporation (ZIC) for various stakeholders.

Mr Kikwete noted that in todays business and investment environment, no economy can grow without a robust insurance system capable of protecting investments and managing risks.

“Investors need a safe e...