DAR ES SALAAM, Oct. 29 -- STAKEHOLDERS have called for tailored support for startups at different stages of development to help transform innovative ideas into sustainable businesses, citing persistent challenges in accessing finance, markets and business development services.

Speaking on the second day of 2026 Jenga Leo Innovation Forum, stakeholders from government, business support organisations and the private sector called for coordinated interventions tailored to startups different stages of development.

Tanzania Women Chamber of Commerce (TWCC) Executive Director, Dr Mwajuma Hamza said entrepreneurs needed different forms of support depending on whether they were developing ideas, launching businesses or expanding existing operat...