The TEHAMA Awards 2026 are back bigger, bolder, and more inclusive than ever. The TEHAMA Awards 2025 were Organized by Softventure Solutions Company Ltd (SSCL), in strategic collaboration with the Ministry of Communication and Information Technology (MCIT), the ICT Commission (ICTC), and the Tanzania Internet Service Providers Association (TISPA). And Deloitte served as the independent verification agent, ensuring transparency and credibility throughout the awards process.
Visit the official website to nominate or learn more: https://tehamaawards.tz
A National Platform for ICT Excellence
Building on the success of TEHAMA Awards 2025, which attracted over 380 nominations and 300 attendees at Gran Meliá Hotel in Arusha, the 2026 edition aims to further spotlight Tanzania’s innovation landscape. This year’s Awards will be hosted alongside the TEHAMA Summit 2026 – a premier ICT gathering set for February 2026 at Dar es Salaam.
The event will bring together policymakers, investors, industry leaders, startups, and digital innovators to celebrate and advance Tanzania’s technological progress.
A Vision for Digital Transformation
The TEHAMA Awards are guided by a powerful vision – to make Tanzania a globally recognized leader in sustainable development through technological innovation. The mission aligns closely with national strategies like Tanzania Vision 2030 and the Digital Economy Blueprint, focusing on harnessing ICT to empower communities, foster investment, and drive measurable change.
Award Categories
The 2026 Awards features 56 categories, celebrating excellence across multiple ICT fields, including:
Innovation in ICT Products or Services Awards
- AI & Data Science Excellence
- Mobile Financial Services Innovation
- Connectivity Solutions for Rural Tanzania
ICT Security – Cybersecurity & Data Protection
- Cybersecurity Solutions and Innovation
- Data Privacy & Protection Excellence
- Digital Trust & Safety
Digital Transformation Excellence Awards
- SME Digital Transformation Award
- Public Sector Service
- Digital Business Innovation
Young ICT Talent & Achievement Awards
- Young TEHAMA Innovator of the Year
- Young Developer / Programmer of the Year
Women in ICT Awards
- Female ICT Leadership
- Female Innovator
- Digital Business Innovation
Best Use of ICT
- ICT in Healthcare
- ICT in Education
- ICT in Agriculture
- ICT in Finance Services
ICT in Broadcasting, Media & Content Creation
- Local Digital Media and Content Creation / Production
- Digital Content Broadcasting
- Digital Creative Arts
TISPA Awards
- Best National ISP
- Best Regional ISP
- Most Innovative Connectivity Solution
- Best ISP Customer Experience
- Internet Inclusion Champion
Sustainable ICT Awards
- Green ICT Solutions
- Renewable Energy Tech
- E-Waste Management Excellence
- ICT for Environmental Conservation
ICT Awards in Research, Innovation & Publication
- ICT Research Innovation
- Technology Hub
- Student ICT Project
Tanzania Diaspora ICT Awards
- Diaspora ICT Innovation
- Diaspora Knowledge Transfer
- Diaspora Investment in Tech
ICT for Entrepreneurship Awards
- Tech Startup of the Year
- ICT Business Leader
- Digital Entrepreneurship Initiative
- Innovation Ecosystem Supporter
ICT for Development Awards
- Digital Solutions for Persons with Disabilities
- Digital Gender Inclusion
- ICT Skills Development Initiative
- ICT for Social Impact
Special Recognition
- TEHAMA Lifetime Achievement Award
- Global Tanzanian Tech Ambassador
- Made in Tanzania ICT Awards
These categories are designed to capture the diversity and dynamism of Tanzania’s ICT ecosystem – from startups and SMEs to public institutions and individual innovators.
Empowering Innovation and Inclusivity
Beyond recognition, TEHAMA Awards 2026 promotes digital inclusivity and local innovation. Special emphasis is placed on empowering youth, women, and marginalized groups, ensuring every voice in Tanzania’s digital future is heard.
The Awards also create investment opportunities, connecting winners and nominees with local and international investors, and positioning them for growth beyond the gala night.
Join the Movement
The TEHAMA Awards 2026 are more than just an event they are a movement to inspire, empower, and elevate Tanzania’s tech community. As the country advances toward a digital economy, this platform serves as both a celebration and a catalyst for continued innovation.
Nominate today and be part of Tanzania’s digital success story:
Visit: https://tehamaawards.tz
Nomination Deadline: November 30, 2025
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