DODOMA, Oct. 21 -- TANZANIAS insurance industry is gaining fresh momentum, opening new doors to employment and expanding its economic footprint, with 8,964 jobs created in 2025 as gross written premiums surged by 68.4 per cent to 2.55tri/-, marking a year of impressive growth for the sector.

The figures tell a story of an insurance industry gathering pace, creating jobs, attracting business and extending its reach across Tanzania. With employment rising to 15,398, the sector is steadily strengthening its place in the economy.

Yet, beyond the billions of shillings in premiums and the growing number of service providers lies a pressing question: how can this expansion translate into wider insurance coverage and reliable protection for ord...