Tanzania, May 21 -- Dar es Salaam. Tanzania's corporate bond market has crossed the Sh2 trillion mark, marking a structural milestone in the country's capital markets as private-sector debt issuance accelerates alongside sustained investor demand for shilling-denominated instruments.

Bank of Tanzania data shows outstanding corporate bonds rose sharply from Sh757.1 billion in 2024 to Sh1.9 trillion in 2025, reflecting one of the fastest expansions in the fixed-income segment in recent years.

The additional issuance activity in early 2026, including new listings and strong oversubscriptions, has now pushed the market beyond the Sh2 trillion threshold.

The milestone was underscored during the May 20, 2026 listing of Equity for Tanzania Li...